4 contracts and numerous perm openings in and around Boston

First the contracts, then the permanent full-time searches. Here are the basics for independent contractors, paid on a 1099. Please send your updated resume with your rate. Ask for more details if you need them. Number 1 is most urgent (September 7), others a little less so, but please get back to me asap or forward to others you think might be interested. Write patrick@e-placers.com 1) Senior Web developer - Boston - through the end of 2012 - You will develop and manage the overall front end HTML, CSS and JS for the client. Needs: Four years of Web Development experience, exceptional standards compliant modern web development (HTML5, CSS3, JS) skills; familiarity with browser debugging and development tools such as Firebug; demonstrated understanding of usability, accessibility, security and web standards; strong experience using JavaScript and JQuery; understanding of responsive Web design and the ability to hand-code HTML 2) DataWarehouse design - north of Boston - 6-month contract - You will develop and deliver long-term strategic goals for data integration standards in conjunction with data users, department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders. Needs: 8+ years overall experience in Data Integration, Data Architecture, Data Modeling, and implementation; minimum of 5 years of full life-cycle data warehousing experience; BI knowledge a requirement – 5 years in BI from ETL perspective; minimum of 2 years Oracle ODI experience; and design experience of the detailed ETL architecture, including agents, scenarios, packages, data mapping, data extractions, transformations and validation. 3) Java developer - north of Boston - 3 month contract - you will design, develop and implement Java-based applications. Needs: 8 to 10 years of experience writing Java J2EE applications; experience in servlets, hibernate, spring MVC application framework; experience in building/consuming web services; experience with SQL programming, Oracle 10g, JDBC, SQL; multi-tiered application design and development. 4) Java developer - north of Boston - same as #3 above, but it's a 10-month contract Permanent openings: Write patrick@e-placers.com 0) A client of many years, hiring manager is a personal friend of mine, needs a senior manager "director" of technology. No re-lo, no visas, still in start-up mode. Expertise sought: Strong knowledge of the Linux operating system required. Proficiency in Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment and Java. Expertise in building compute clusters using HBase and Hadoop. Strong knowledge of these technologies during the interview process Working knowledge of and prior experience in building virtual networks in the cloud using IPSec and VPN. Knowledge of Adobe/Apache Flex, PHP, MySQL, Ajax, and JQuery will be beneficial Experience developing cross-platform, rich-internet applications is desirable High motivation and intelligence with strong interpersonal and oral/written English communication skills. Past successes leading a team of developers is also highly desirable Ability to operate independently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment which is both demanding and multi-cultural 0a) Marlboro client needs 2 PROJECT MANAGERS…one with MOBILE, one with general WEB/AGILE/Scrum, SDLC expertise…salaries to $110K and 10% Bonus. They will also hire a PM in Libertyville, MA… · BA or BS in business administration, procurement, finance, operations, engineering or related area. · Must have an understanding of Project Management processes. Thorough knowledge of organizational structure and inter-relationships between functions. · Technical experience in a WEB, SDLC and Agile development envirnment with a good understanding of the development practices, database environment, and networking preferred. · Must demonstrate ability to independently consolidate and analyze information from various sources to develop effective overall project schedules, budgets, and execution plans · Must demonstrate negotiation, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills in order to interact with customers, suppliers, and co-workers in a highly matrix environment. · Must demonstrate effective report writing and presentation skills and strong organization skills and project/product planning ability. · Solid understanding of internal and external economic factors such as costs, margins, and profit impact of decisions affecting the division’s business. · PC skills with proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, relational database, project management software, · Ability to handle multiple tasks, run multiple projects at the same time, and changing priorities in a fast paced environment. · Solid understanding of the design, function, and application of the products, as you run Project Management. · PMP certification preferred and/or Progress towards PMP Technical Skills: 1. Demonstrates technical understanding of WEB, SDLC, AGILE and related technical issues. 2. Understands job responsibilities of others and functions appropriately. 3. Strong standard Microsoft Office productivity suite application experience is required: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Project 4. Strong exposure to Use Case and UML modeling Supervisory Responsibilities: Varies. May be required to provide supervision to others on the team. 0b) Here's an implementation engineer job where you can live ANYWHERE IN THE COUNTRY. Client is in NYC. Need C++ and Java anything else is a Plus You will work as a member of a consulting team for product implementation, enhancement and integration projects, normally at a customer's site. 80% travel anticipated. You will provide expertise in all technical aspects of the project, application design expertise and technical leadership for the customization, deployment and design of Solutions. · Define the technical architecture and design for solutions implementation. · Design application functionality & data structures and the integration with other data sources and destinations. · Resolve technical issues related to application modification and/or product functionality. · Ensure that all components of the technical architecture are properly integrated and implemented. · Define the development tools and development environment. · Provide technical support and technical quality control throughout all stages of the project. · Coordinate vendor services related to technology selection and implementation. · Assist in the requirements specification for application modification. · Configure and develop standard application modules. · Provide technical application programming for implementation. · Provide functional technical expertise of development tools, implementation methodology and/or related technology. · Assist in the design and development of user interface functionality and the implementation of workflow rules. · Provide advanced expertise in technologies. · Participate in technical knowledge transfer to the Customer. · Conduct application testing for performance and reliability. · Assist the users during production roll out. · Communication with R&D about customer technical feedback on implementation of product related enhancements and fixes. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Engineering, or equivalent experience Requirements: Must have experience working in large scale IT customization and implementation projects and ability to translate customer needs Must have 5 years of experience in relevant technical positions Must have three years experience of designing and writing code with C++ and two years experience with dB queries and OOP. Experience with COM, Java, VB and WEB. Applications Experience working at a global company is highly desired Strong background in Call Center technology (CRM, Dialers, CTI, Emulators) Be current with PC hardware and software trends; network environments; maintenance techniques Ability to independently apply tasks prioritization, meet tight deadlines, craft status reports Excellent communication skills RECAP: 1) Boston client needs a hands on PROJECT MANAGER for a SaaS Agile shop, back-end type person, just make it work; preferably grads from one of the better schools, energetic, will hire right on the spot. Must be able to write specifications and test cases. Willing to take on ALL tasks when needed. 2) Same client needs a technology guru with business acumen; strong in HTML and CSS; a solid WEB Technologist to turn business spec into product… Manager says "I need a right-hand person too who can take the concept and business requirements to an actual prototype and mock-up. Here are the hot jobs you can peruse and let me know if you want to hear more,or pass along to your qualified friends. First of all, a new position for a energy-oriented Boston-based client who is in need of a senior Java developer with PL/SQL skills. On the DB side, the new Director of Engineering believes this person should be looking to expand his/her knowledge on the DB side.  Specifically, he's looking for someone who would be comfortable with the following DB activities: Knows PL/SQL: functions, pipelined functions, procedures, packages, triggers, sequences. Knows SQL: joins (left, right, outer, etc), group by, primary keys, foreign keys. Knows Oracle specific functions (hierarchical and analytic) Table tuning and performance (would be an added bonus, but not required). Another thing that would be an added bonus would be some experience in FLEX, so they could work on UI defects, as well. $120-130k plus bonus From last week, Note "Number Two" location has changed to California One) In the Boston area we need a Project Manager candidate - $105K maybe more Two) $500K total package security-software sales VP most probably would require re-lo to California. If you have ramped a security-related software company up from $500 million to a billion, let's talk. If you can't make the move to Cali we can keep you on the back burner until the firm softens its stance, but that may not happen right away. Three) MetroWest jobs: Neat company 2000 people worldwide Oxford, Mass: $120k plus 10-20% Bonus Starting the Eng Dept from Scratch (nice Challenge); also needed: a Cisco Engineer 110-120k 5-20% Depending on how the company does; must know routers, etc. AND: a Sr Windows Administrator, 90k approx these are all NEW Positions because of company growth. (Remember what I said about the recession's being over? ) Four) In the DC area: Systems Admin with development abilities; DevOps, Site Reliability Engineer needed on site in Silver Springs, MD, full time Ruby on Rails is key for one position, .NET is hot for another!, Extremly dynamic, growing, profitable hot web/internet company, making money, providing a great service! Compensation is in the 90-125K range Are you a problem solver? Do you love multiple languages and environments? Client is looking for a Sr DevOps Site Reliability Engineer / Senior Applications Support Specialist for onsite work in our Silver Spring, Maryland office. Daily responsibilities include but not limited to: 1) Monitoring our web and database servers. 2) Troubleshooting any problems that arise. 3) Rolling out new software releases with the developers Requirements (three or more of the following): Ruby on Rails Perl Java/Tomcat .NET Networking Linux Dev Ops! One is a strong in .NET , one is strong in PERL, one is Ruby,with a mix of some of the other above requirements This is a full-time, direct hire position offering top compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, full health, vision, and dental care plus vacation and sick leave. We are making money, profitable, and the environment is open, challenging technically, with great people to work with! The new Sr Director of IT/OPS/Dev., is a close friend and great leader, technologist! 1) Principal Developer, who will work closely with business users and IT teams to design and implement, an enterprise class application and will provide technical and thought leadership in both application development and system design as well as help to establish and promote best practices in software development. Experience: Bachelors degree in an engineering related field. Computer Science preferred 7+ years overall experience in a developer role with 5+ as senior developer Strong Java programming skills, Object Oriented Design, Object and Data modeling, Design patterns Significant hands-on experience with the following: Spring Framework and/or EJB 3, ORM technologies like JPA and Hibernate, JDBC, SQL, XML, Web Services, JSP, JUnit Application development using Oracle or SQL Server relational databases Automated unit test-based design & development methodologies Developing medium to large-scale Web applications Eclipse IDE, SVN, Maven, Windows, Linux, JBoss, tomcat Strong experience with GWT or other RIA technologies highly desirable Knowledge of JMS and Scheduling frameworks desirable Knowledge of developing applications for mobile devices a plus. 2) Another new client is seeking a Senior Salesforce Developer/Consultant. This person will work closely with business users and IT management to design, develop, document and implement solutions within the company. Expertise with Salesforce.com technologies including VisualForce and Apex coding. Here is NEW INFORMATION: NO telecommuters; must be on site 5 days a week; RE-LO and sponsorship ok, comp: 3-4 yrs experience $85K; 8 yrs $115K. They are looking for these skills: Solid knowledge of XML and experience using SOAP Solid programming abilities in one or more of the following languages: Java, PHP, Python, Ruby, .NET, JavaScript or Perl. Strong Knowledge of AJAX Experience with data integration preferably with ETL tools such as Cast Iron or Informatica. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Understanding of database concepts and data management (RDBMS) and SQL Services Oriented Design Principles (SOA). Experience interfacing with SAP. Excellent oral, presentation, and written communication skills. We have THREE Unix System Admins openings, 3)The first is in Kendall Square - pays around $ 90/95K (plus bonus). Key Characteristics PROFILE: UNIX Systems Administrator Essential Minimum of 2-4 Years experience administering UNIX systems which includes installations and upgrades Experience installing hardware on Unix systems Shell scripting and/or Perl experience Strong knowledge of standard UNIX subsystems such as printing, Sendmail, DNS, and NFS. Installation experience and Sendmail and/or DNS strongly desired. Detailed knowledge of standard backup techniques and procedures Windows OS experience Proven problem-solving and technical support skills Extremely high accuracy and attention to detail Occasional weekend and/or evening work when dealing with critical system upgrades or problem resolution. Ability to carry pager on a rotating basis required (compensation provided). Desirable Hands-on experience with multi-protocol networks, with Cisco experience preferred Experience with Netapp filers and/or VMware and/or Lab Manager environments Education & Training Education & Training University degree or equivalent work experience 6) A downtown Boston client we have mentioned before now needs a Senior Java Developer with hands-on experience developing a core Java-based e-commerce platform; they use EJB3 with Hibernate on JBoss, SQL, MySQL, Apache SOLR and UNIX/Linux platforms. Qualities sought: A strong desire to work in a collaborative environment; Experience with an iterative software development methodology; Experience developing high volume, thread safe, high performance applications; The ability to communicate and be a great teammate; The capacity to think like an owner; Comfortable taking risks and making mistakes; Excellent ability to create opportunities to innovate; To always be testing and learning; 7) North of Boston, our client has asked us to help fill these positions, many with 6 figure comp. If you are a software engineer or architect with any combination of these technologies: J2EE/EJB, Oracle, Web Services, Product Development, Enterprise Java Technology, or if you are a user interface or UX developer with JavaScript, AJAX, REST, User Interface Design and Development, Product Development experience. Good VC funding with a great product and big recent sales. The client is looking for hands-on core senior level Java developers who have a deep understanding of Java and J2EE apis technology who are curious and capable of learning new technologies. You will be a part of the team that builds Java technology-based frameworks, not the final consumer application. Entrepreneurial mind-set helps with some of the positions. Company may be moving to a more-accessible location; if you are interested I'll send complete specs to engineers for whom we have updated resumes. I have met with these folks and was very impressed with product plans and the people. Here are the titles: SENIOR SQL/Java Developer Oracle, SQL, Java, PL/SQL, Tuning, Architecture, Product Development Product Manager SaaS, PaaS, Geospatial, Collaboration 9) We continue our search for US grads with C++ and/or PHP who would like to try a job in Manila; let me know if you would like to chat about this option. Client is screening some of our candidates right now. 10) MA client - north of Boston - is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join their team which is responsible for the development of their enterprise application.which processes over 7 million transactional requests per month and utilizes the services of two internal applications: a high-volume, high-availability middleware with connectivity to multiple global partners and an eCommerce web platform to facilitate “travel website” like cruise searches. The application is undergoing a significant modernization with major UI redesign and significant refactoring of the code base. It is evolving from a standard JSP based UI to an AJAX driven UI based on the Ext-Js framework. You will design and implement solutions and components to meet business requirements as well as the team’s charter to modernize the enterprise application. This is your chance to make a mark by taking this critical line-of-business application and transforming it into state-of-the-art, while learning what works and what doesn't at this scale. This role has a lot of potential for upward growth and is ideal for a strongly motivated individual, looking to quickly move up to the next level. Qualifications BS in Computer Science or related engineering discipline, combined with 5+ years of experience developing multi-tiered applications Hands-on experience with JAVA, HTML, CSS, Javascript and AJAX. Deep experience in at least one UI framework like ExtJs, YUI, etc. Fluent in Java. 11) My friend has asked me to search for a Medical-Device-Software PM with a BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering minimum (an advanced degree is preferred). Significant experience developing software for Class 2 or 3 medical devices, 7-15 years industrial experience in complex SW product development; 5 plus years with an MS or Ph.D with a history as SW project manager, moving a project along by organizing and motivating the engineering staff to effectively and efficiently develop the product or its components. Ability to lead cross-functional teams comprised of internal and external resources for Research, Development and Testing. Small company and/or start-up experience is preferred. Proven ability to create and deliver products that meet clinical/user needs, and performance standards. Skilled with the Design Control Process and management of sub-teams or significant project efforts. 12) For the same friend, PRINCIPAL EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER in the medical device realm, needs a BS in Software, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering; and MS is preferred 15 years minimum in embedded software design 10 years minimum in medical devices is strongly preferred Competence in C, C++ or equivalent software languages Understanding of embedded microcontrollers, embedded PC systems, and RTOS Excellent engineering laboratory skills and familiarity with microcontroller debug and test tools Familiarity with software lifecycle processes and associated standards and regulations Organizational and planning skills applicable to product development ADDITONAL, PREFERRED SKILLS Knowledge of motor control software design and development Understanding of Medical Products with complex integrated hardware and software Understanding of electronics sufficient for test and debug of embedded systems. Excellent written and oral communication skills. 13) Another medical related company (in Providence) is looking for a talented Senior Database Administrator. This is probably the first DBA opening we have been asked to work on in 3 years. Here are some details: Required Skills: ï‚· Knowledge of advanced database design concepts and the ability to write complex SQL queries and stored procedures. ï‚· Strong understanding of open source technologies including MySQL, MongoDB, and Linux in a high-availability, high-performance cloud-based environment. Previous CMS and circulation reporting experience preferred; B.S. in Business Administration, Computer Science or equivalent work experience in Database Management Systems (DBMS) administration and maintenance, database design, analysis, and management; extensive experience as a database designer/information systems analyst, database manager or database administrator. 14) Same client in Providence is staffing up web developers and needs to meet people with these skills: PHP5 -- Candidate should have experience as a PHP5 developer familiar with the latest features and commonly used frameworks such as Zend and Drupal - MySQL -- A working knowledge of MySQL and the ability to write intermediate to advanced SQL queries - Experience with front-end web technologies: XHTML/CSS/Javascript/AJAX preferred - Basic understanding of Agile development methodologies a plus - Demonstrated experience in objective-oriented design and development of applications and systems - Creative self-starter -- Looking for candidates who can jump in quickly without a lot of direction. 15) A new client specializes in consulting, integration, and application development for the investment management industry. They are seeking an entry-level .NET application developer ($60-80K) to join a growing development team. This individual will work with senior members of the development team to design to enhance existing applications and develop new product functionality. The role may also include working on client-specific development projects to integrate products into their environments. Qualifications: Strong .NET development abilities (VB .NET). Exposure to Java/C# a plus. Relational database skills (Oracle, SQL Server). Solid understanding of Web technologies High-Energy, Creative, and Disciplined. Interest in expanding technical capabilities and learning development skills in new technologies. I look forward to seeing your resume. Best regards, 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 See http://e-placers.blogspot.com/ for other previous openings we are still working on. Skype me at patrickedwardmertens