W) Framingham, MA - Permanent, full time – $95-110K + Bonus Preference 15yrs +- Total experience, 5-10 yrs: Network Architect / Network Design Engineer to design and build Cisco Networks with the ability to take a leadership role, run with projects, etc. Will need to be able to fill the shoes of the current architect. Technical skills: Cisco 6500 Switches Cisco Nexus 7000 Core Switches Cisco Firewalls Cisco ASA’s, 5500’s, PIX Load Balancing F5 VPN’s IPS, IDS Core Networking LAN, WAN,VOIP, Spanning Tree, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, VLANS, HSRP, MPLS’s, Frame Relay, Point to Point Circuits, DS3

X) Senior Software Engineer Databases - one of our fast-track new clients in Newton is seeking someone with 8 years' experience developing database-driven software that is highly scalable and reliable. - ETL processing ,SQL, PostgreSQL, JAVA, C++, C#, or other object oriented language, Linux/UNIX and Windows experience.

Y) Also in Newton, an engineering position with the critical requirement of a command of Mandarin Chinese and a degree from an English speaking university; you will build tools to identify, prepare and manage local language content, troubleshooting localization issues and providing localization guidance; Java development, web development on the Java stack a plus; also needed is HTML/CSS/Javascript. Linux, Apache and SQL a plus along with knowledge of localization (L10N).

Z) Similar to Y, above, except for India; needs: Java development experience in a UNIX or Linux environment and experience with Web UI technologies - HTML, CSS and Javascript

00) Jobs similar to X, Y, and Z but in Cambridge and Boston

0) Here is a replacement junior software engineer at an Andover firm, headed by a friend of mine; we have had a very good experience with this firm which has grown during the recession to over 40 people. You or someone you recommend would help in the building of a million lines of code for peer reviews in the scientific arena. This jobs needs a person with 2 to 3 years professional experience, programming, debugging, adding new features, etc. The skills needed are Asp .Net JAVA, Javascript, C#, SQLServer, at least some database understanding.

1) At a great company in Middleboro MA, right off 495, close to RI and Plymouth.......Customer Project Manager; role is part technical and part project manager. The technical part is working to map process/work flows and specify interfaces between client's server and other back-office systems (e.g., billing, CIS/CRM, etc.) their customers have deployed. The project manager role is customer facing but with functions of scheduling, coordinating, etc.. Requires a minimum 5 years directly applicable project leadership position for wireless products;
* Associates degree in CS, CE, or EE or equivalent
o Demonstrated ability to manage programs and projects.
o Knowledge of AMI systems desirable but not required
o Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful. The target salary is $80-90K depending on experience.

2) Quality Assurance/System Test Engineer - comp is *$70-75K.
Hurry if you are interested: * * Desirable is experience with software configuration management * SQL data base knowledge and/or experience with .net environments * Expertise with C/C++ and/or scripting languages such as Python is desired * Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful.

3) 10 year-old Boxborough company that has re-invented itself, 26 people plus off-shore teams (outsourced) - Manage team of 4-5 developers locally and outsourced team in India of 8-10 Must be able to get into code and understand what & how & what is being built, but not a down and dirty coding job, more process, communication, a strong background in Java J2EE, Oracle, and web-based applications.

4) CA client Needs a_ Google app consultant;_ can work remotely, some travel, client is strategically delivering technology through the Cloud, and provides products and services that help enterprises accelerate their adoption of cloud computing. it's a full-time position but could be a long term consulting role as well… # needs experience with technical implementations of customer projects # Experience configuring and administering an enterprise messaging system, preferably Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes, or Novell GroupWise # Familiarity with messaging-related protocols such as LDAP, Active Directory, XMPP, iCal, SMTP, IMAP, POP3, and MX routing # Familiarity with authentication methods including single sign-on with SAML

5) *_Junior/mid-level DBA_*, $60-75k, with some wiggle room; this is a "garden variety DBA", needing Linux and database skills, MySQL is ideal but Oracle is acceptable, or maybe SQLServer. They say it's a great company - in Billerica, "anybody who interviews will want to work there".

6) For Newton, We have yet another position for a Web designed with a "killer portfolio".

Ask for complete specs on any of the jobs listed above

Patrick Mertens
Pure Placements of New England
103 Union Street, Suite 303
Watertown MA 02472-2524
ph. - 617-710-0471
http://www.e-placers.com

5 New openings in Mass.

Holiday greetings!

1) At a great company in Middleboro MA, right off 495, close to RI and Plymouth.......Customer Project Manager; role is part technical and part project manager. The technical part is working to map process/work flows and specify interfaces between client's server and other back-office systems (e.g., billing, CIS/CRM, etc.) their customers have deployed. The project manager role is customer facing but with functions of scheduling, coordinating, etc.. Requires a minimum 5 years directly applicable project leadership position for wireless products;
Associates degree in CS, CE, or EE or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to manage programs and projects.
Knowledge of AMI systems desirable but not required
Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful.
The target salary is $80-90K depending on experience.

2) Quality Assurance/System Test Engineer - comp is $70-75K. Hurry if you are interested:
Desirable is experience with software configuration management
SQL data base knowledge and/or experience with .net environments
Expertise with C/C++ and/or scripting languages such as Python is desired
Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful.

3) 10 year-old Boxborough company that has re-invented itself, 26 people plus off-shore teams (outsourced) - Manage team of 4-5 developers locally and outsourced team in India of 8-10Must be able to get into code and understand what & how & what is being built, but not a down and dirty coding job, more process, communication, a strongbackground in Java J2EE, Oracle, and web-based applications.

4) CA client Needs a Google app consultant; can work remotely, some travel, client is strategically delivering technology through the Cloud, and provides products and services that help enterprises accelerate their adoption of cloud computing. it's a full-time position but could be a long term consulting role as well…
needs experience with technical implementations of customer projects
Experience configuring and administering an enterprise messaging system, preferably Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes, or Novell GroupWise
Familiarity with messaging-related protocols such as LDAP, Active Directory, XMPP, iCal, SMTP, IMAP, POP3, and MX routing
Familiarity with authentication methods including single sign-on with SAML

5) Junior/mid-level DBA, $60-75k, with some wiggle room; this is a "garden variety DBA", needing Linux and database skills, MySQL is ideal but Oracle is acceptable, or maybe SQLServer. They say it's a great company - in Billerica, "anybody who interviews will want to work there".

Ask for complete specs on any of the 5 jobs listed above

Best regards,

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Pure Placements of New England
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8 Mass. jobs patrick@e-placers.com

1) We have an urgent need for a very good database person with customer-facing skills. Must be very strong with SQL language, Unix/Linux and scripting in Perl/Python). You will need to travel up to 25% as you will be mostly working on customer implementations and helping to train customers. Will pay $90-110K, plus bonus, stock, other benefits. client is looking also for those with backgrounds with ETL and BI tools; CS degree also is a strong plus.

2) Also, two clients in the Boston area seek candidates with PHP.

3) We continue to search for candidates to satisfy this Kendall Square Cambridge start-up client who wants somebody who can hand code versus relying on DreamWeaver, etc., SEO experience is valuable, and experience with a programming language like Java, perl, Ruby or Python. They are deploying using Ruby.

4) Senior Web developer, in Waltham MA: high transaction, SaaS - needs C#, .Net, CSS, Javascript, html, Cold Fusion is a plus, good with customers, building Web sites; need a talented, creative and high-energy person who is intensely customer-focused, has a bias for action and relishes teamwork. Pays up to $100k, plus bonus. (U.S citizenship or Green Card required)---

5) I am also still recruiting for a Managing Director for a staffing firm located in Southborough, MA:
5-7 years of Management Experience within the Staffing Industry
Experience with one or more of the following verticals: IT/Engineering/Accounting & Finance
Experience Managing Multiple Branch locations
Strategic Planning/Coaching/Mentoring of direct reports
Ability to plan & execute targeted results for each individual office

6) At a great company in Middleboro MA, right off 495, close to RI and Plymouth.......Customer Project Manager; role is part technical and part project manager. The technical part is working to map process/work flows and specify interfaces between client's server and other back-office systems (e.g., billing, CIS/CRM, etc.) their customers have deployed. The project manager role is customer facing but with functions of scheduling, coordinating, etc.. Requires a minimum 5 years directly applicable project leadership position for wireless products;
Associates degree in CS, CE, or EE or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to manage programs and projects.
Knowledge of AMI systems desirable but not required
Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful.
The target salary is $80-90K depending on experience.

7) Quality Assurance/System Test Engineer - comp is $70-75K. Hurry if you are interested:
Desirable is experience with software configuration management
SQL data base knowledge and/or experience with .net environments
Expertise with C/C++ and/or scripting languages such as Python is desired
Overall general Lan/Wan networking knowledge. Wireless technologies including familiarity of GPRS and RF 915 mHz spread spectrum mesh networking will be helpful.

8) 10 year-old Boxborough company that has re-invented itself, 26 people plus off-shore teams (outsourced) - Manage team of 4-5 developers locally and outsourced team in India of 8-10Must be able to get into code and understand what & how & what is being built, but not a down and dirty coding job, more process, communication, a strongbackground in Java J2EE, Oracle, and web-based applications.

Patrick Mertens
Pure Placements of New England
103 Union Street, Suite 303
Watertown MA 02472-2524
ph. - 617-710-0471
http://www.e-placers.com/
Mass. Registration #R2683
blog - http://e-placers.blogspot.com/
Skype me at patrickedwardmertens
Twitter follow me @eplacers
If you have not already done so, consider joining our LinkedIn network using ID = patrick@e-placers.com

Two new clients in Waltham (also Kendall Square and Southbridge)

---First is a Senior Web developer, high transaction, SaaS - needs C#, .Net, CSS, Javascript, html, Cold Fusion is a plus, good with customers, building Web sites; need a talented, creative and high-energy person who is intensely customer-focused, has a bias for action and relishes teamwork. Pays up to $100k, plus bonus. (U.S citizenship or Green Card required)---

Second is Senior/Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer - (pays around $90K)

Skills:· Ability to analyze defects through troubleshooting and debugging tools.· Familiarity with customer-driven SDLC· Extensive knowledge of Windows operating systems; both at the user and internals level· Experience testing in a virtual machine environment · Effective written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail· Working knowledge of SQL Server

In terms of design, the Kendall Square start-up client wants somebody who can hand code versus relying on DreamWeaver, etc., SEO experience is valuable, and experience with a programming language like Java, perl, Ruby or Python. They are deploying using Ruby.

Ask me for details on this.

I am also recruiting for a Managing Director for a staffing firm located in Southborough, MA:

5-7 years of Management Experience within the Staffing Industry

Experience with one or more of the following verticals:

IT/Engineering/Accounting & Finance

Experience Managing Multiple Branch locations

Strategic Planning/Coaching/Mentoring of direct reports

Ability to plan & execute targeted results for each individual office

Patrick MertensPure Placements of New England103 Union Street, Suite 303Watertown MA 02472-2524ph. - 617-710-0471http://www.e-placers.comMass. Registration #R2683

Here another shopping list. Most jobs are open in the Boston area. Others are listed

If you are from a startup, have Java and very strong Linux I want to talk with you asap! APAC is hot, all lead roles are hot. Some re-lo reimbursement for candidates who have it all. No sticks-in-the-mud need bother.

Here are all the full-time job thumbnails; ask me for more details:

NEW and Hot: Boston area. Linux systems administrator, expert script master (shell, perl, Python), knows about Databases and Networking. 2 years experience okay. This could be a great job for a sysadmin with programming experience who wants to get into a development role.

Also NEW: Web developer, front-end, Kendall Square, Cambridge, small, start-up, well-funded, fast growing.

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Engineering manager to lead a products group - to lead a team of Web 2.0 enthusiasts; needs 5-10+ years total software engineering experience with a proven track record as an engineer building scalable, publicly-facing Web sites. Also: knowledge of Linux, Java and related open source technologies such as Apache, Tomcat, Lucene, and Postgres.

Senior Software Engineer, Databases - to improve the performance of client's live site databases. Needs 8+ years of software development experience, SQL, Java, C++, C#, database admin, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, MySQL, and ETL processing.

Senior Software Engineer, Distributed Development; as above with 10 years' experience. Another but for fraud techologies, yet another for search technologies.

Senior Software Engineer - to develop consumer facing features of the Web site; needs 5+ years software development experience, Java, XML, HTML, Linux/UNIX

Senior software engineer, e-mail - to build a high performance consumer Web site, needs 8+ years of software development experience, Java or C++ development experience in a UNIX or Linux environment.

Senior Software Engineers and Software engineers- APAC - China and India - to implement solutions to the challenging problems of developing a site for the Chinese market, such as a multi-byte language, and cultural differences of the Asia Pacific customer. Fluency in Chinese(Mandarin or Cantonese) and English BS in Computer Science or equivalent (MS a plus). 8+ years of software development experience. I18N and L10N a plus.

Software Engineers for new initiatives - To build complex computer science solutions and thrive in a challenging environment. MS/PhD, Object-Oriented design patterns, AJAX XHTML, CSS, XML, MySQL and JavaScript.UI/Visual Designer - experience in e-mail marketing. 3-5 years' experience, both designing and coding. HTML, CSS, Photoshop and Illustrator. Bachelor's degree in relevant field, on-line portfolio.

Engineering Team Lead - 5-10+ years' total engineering experience; a proven track record building scalable publicly-facing Web sites. 1+ years managing 2-8 engineers. SOA, AJAX, Google Maps API, memcache, Linux, Java.

Web site analytics specialist - Experience with Visual Sciences, Omniture, Webtrends, Coremetrics, HBX, or other website analytics tools a plus; and the ability to work independently.

Sr. Product Manager, social media: Minimum 6-8 relevant years experience including at least 2+ years experience in product management at a leading e-commerce company.

2 more Sr. Product Managers, preference for candidates from e-commerce/B2CProduct Manager - 6 years' experience, with at least 2+ years' experience in PM at an e-commerce firm. Bachelors or Masters.

Business Analyst - needs grasp of finance basics, Excel, Powerpoint, knowledge of SQL queries, project management skills, problem-solving and analytical skills, hands-on, can-do mindset. 3+ years experience in a Business Analyst role.

Search Engine Optimization Specialist - Product management experience creating SEO solutions - Be able to understand basic research-level statistics, do keyword research/competitor analysis, provide performance reporting and analysis, work on ad hoc analysis of data, strategies to recommend SEO improvements.Localization manager needed for London.

Content specialist need for Beijing. Bachelor's degree from a reputable university; excellent English. Microsoft Office products, strong self-teaching/time management/prioritization skills and multi-tasking ability

NOTE: write me at patrick@e-placers.com - if you get a bounce reply, please send your message to me patrickmert@yahoo.com

Patrick Mertens
Pure Placements of New England
103 Union Street, Suite 303
Watertown MA 02472-2524ph. - 617-710-0471

http://www.e-placers.com
Mass. Registration #R2683
Skype me at patrickedwardmertens
Twitter follow me @eplacers

Keeping it as short as possible: In addition to our desire to hear from candidates or referrals with Python and/or ColdFusion at all levels, we would love to hear from you for these positions:

1) a junior level performance engineer in Ipswich Cambridge 2 positions:

2) flash star (or willing to become one) defining the next generation of virtual gifts and goods work closely with a team of Flash artists to build cutting edge Flash interactive experiences and applications Design skills are a strong plus, title: Senior Flash/Flex Engineer - strong software engineering background and a deep knowledge of Flash development using Actionscript 3.0.

3) Senior Quality Engineer with 3+ years of experience creating automated regression tests and performance testing of web-based applications and services with open source tools or scripting languages. Linux too.

4) Reading, MA client has an immediate opening for a Senior .NET Programmer. * Proficient with VB.Net, Visual Basic, XML, MS SQL Server 2000 & 2005, Crystal Reports, experience with ASP.Net and Oracle DB a plus. (we also have a need for .Net contractors for the next Quarter) This position is primarily responsible for coding, testing, debugging and documenting new and existing business application systems in a .Net programming and operations environment.

5) *web applications developer* in Lexington - 4+ years of experience building and deploying medium-large scale web based applications using Tomcat(or similar) and PHP and Apache on Linux (LAMP stack), relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.

6) Boxboro - tech support opening looking for background and experience with TCPIP Protocol. Working knowledge of Linux with the ability to configure, build, and maintain applications servers.

7) Waltham client needs a *Ecommerce Marketplace Evangelist *(not normally our thing), but is a s/w client... 1-2+ years previous evangelism or community management experience with at least 2 years of first-hand experience as an eBay seller or Amazon WebStore owner and 3 or more years work experience as a software developer, designer, or product manager for relevant ecommerce, email, or internet marketing web technologies.

8) Wireless developer client in Waltham (close to Brandeis, and Watertown, so on public transpo: needs a hands-on QA Engineer, using the open source special server, open source...write test scripts, schedule and exit it, test code, etc...this pays around 70-80K... This is a Linux shop, Java development language, and they use Open Source free Automation tools.

9) Same client is looking for a sw development manager... nice pay too.

10 ) Telecommuting: an entry level Account Manager, marketing department, managing accounts and creative assets as well as helping to drive new marketing campaigns. Needs a good understanding of all online advertising models; CPA, CPL, CPM, CPC, and PPC.

11) This one could be a telecommute position as well: customer service manager: needs multiple years experience managing large teams of 20 or more people, computer proficiency, specifically Mac OS X. 12) Release engineer needed in Boston: preferred skills: J2EE, Maven, Subversion, but must have Java.

CONTRACTS in the Greater Boston area:

A) Data Quality / Data Integration (DI / DQ) Our biggest need here is people with hands-on experience with the Business Objects toolset, particularly Data Quality (formerly FirstLogic). We need folks with that hands-on experience.

B) Good DBAs with high-end ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Seibel, PeopleSoft). These folks could serve in DBA or DQ / DQ roles.

C) Business Process Management (BPM). Specifically, hands-on experience the Aris product (Business Modeler, Architect) from IDS-Scheer.

D) Service Oriented Architecture expert familiar with latest IT architectural directions and related standards (i.e.- SOA) and a minimum of 5 years previous job experience in enterprise architecture preferably in the government sector

Best regards,
Patrick MertensPure Placements of New England103 Union Street, Suite 303Watertown MA 02472-2524ph. - 617-710-0471http://www.e-placers.com
Skype me at patrickedwardmertens

Current searches of Pure Placements of New England a/k/a e-placers.com

Contracts:
IDS-Scheer expertise is still hot for us. We are also looking for another BI person, but this time in the dashboard / KPI area. Someone who's got good experience in designing and developing dashboards with products like Corda Centerview (primary), Business Objects Excelsius (secondary), Cognos or Microstrategy. This is a different requirement from the Business Objects data integration requirements we listed before: SOA and BI people for both perm and contract positions - work mostly with the 128 belt; also .Net contractors; also people with business process modeling (BPM) experience, particularly using a tool from IDS-Scheer call Aris (probably SAP or Oracle backgrounds).


Our favorite Boston-area client needs both engineers and an architect - all around the Boston area; we have placed the head of development and a programmer recently. In additional Python any of the following add value: Internet and Web aps, large database manipulation skill, Open Source. As I have mentioned before these are permanent, full-time position, non telecommute; clients will consider contractors making a change to more stable work lives.

Another local client wants to meet folks for their S/W Ops Manager and super strong Python and Perl and who has system administration experience.

We have a client in Manhattan which builds financial applications seeking experience with C/C++ and Java, as well as Perl, Python, and other scripting languages. Candidates should have a 3.5+ GPA from top-tier schools and have high scores on their quantitative tests. Openings in Cupertino as well.

In Waltham we need THREE Software Engineers with C#/MS SQL Server - Web Development - 5 years experience minimum - 6 figures possible.

Here is a Tewksbury Director-level opening, mid six-figures. Needs: BS or equivalent plus 15+ years of progressive technical and managerial experience, including 5+ years of senior level software development management
* Experience with the following programming languages; Java, C++, C, Perl, PHP, JavaScript, SQL is a plus
* Knowledge in Web Server technology; HTTP 1.0/1.1, Apache HTTP server, Apache Tomcat Servlet Container, Internet Information Services (IIS), Streaming protocols, Windows Media Server, is a plus.

Telecommuters! Senior Graphic Designer - superior graphics ability as well as previous leadership experience of creative teams; be capable of developing new and innovative design concepts with minimal guidance.

FIVE Waltham openings, looking to fill ASAP, one round of interviews, hot to hire – they’ve sealed major new deals including with Microsoft and a couple of others - triggering lots of hiring – we are working directly with hiring manager. These positions are combination Professional Services/Customer Support types who implement & customize software solutions for large clients – but they are NOT traveling positions. SQL programming, some development skills (XML, ASP, ASP.NET, C# and web services, etc) but not a lot, and the ability to be customer-facing - up to 6 figures on these as well. Experience with Business Objects (Crystal Server/Reports) is very helpful.

Finally, a Burlington client needs a Cross Platform Systems Engineer who will be responsible for the definition, integration and assembly of the company's demo platforms. Minimum requirements: 5 to 10 years experience in the Cable Service Testing, Telecom / Voice over IP / Data and Back office Systems and Client-Server Application Systems. You should be knowledgeable in operating systems (Windows, Solaris, Linux, and Unix), Networking equipment and protocols (Switches, Routers, Security, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP), Signaling Protocols (SS7), VoIP Protocols (SIP, MGCP), email Protocols (POP3, IMAP, SMTP, HTTP), Microsoft Exchange Server, Motorola DAC, SA DNCS, VOD Equipment, CMTS's, Settop Boxes(Motorola, Cisco/Scientific Atlanta), IP provisioning systems, Client-Server Applications, Internet Browsers and Oracle DBMS.