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Sharepoint Developer
Full life cycle implementation of Sharepoint applications including interfaces to publish information from various operational and BI systems. E.g SAP, Business Objects, other packaged applications.
SharePoint Webpart and solution development - c# language
MOSS 2007 Portal (extranet and intranet) implementations
Dashboards, Excel services, Infopath forms, SSO and workflow development
Web content management
Document management systems
Skills



Effective communication, writing and presentation skills
Organized and delivery focused
Teamwork
Self starter



Qualifications:
Requirements:

4 years undergrad degree in Computer Science or related field
4 years minimum experience in Information Technology
A minimum of 1 year experience with Sharepoint
Languages

English
Spanish a plus
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Database Developer

The position’s primary function will be to participate in the creation of ETL to support the core data warehouse and its set of dynamic data marts. As part of the Database Team this position will also have the opportunity to participate in the administration of our operational databases, and the development of data mining features and unstructured data analysis.



The primary responsibilities of this position are to participate in the design, development, support and administration of both production and development databases. Other responsibilities include: assisting software development teams in creation of complex queries, designing databases to meet software requirements, analyzing database performance and making recommendation for improvements, testing and evaluating new database features and technology, as well as development work to support data reporting, manipulation and extraction. May lead and direct the work of others.



The right candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of the relational model and normal form. The candidate must also have significant experience with relationship databases such as DB2, Oracle and/or MS SQL. DB2 experience is preferred but not required. Candidate must be fluent in SQL and a scripting language such as Perl and/or Unix shell script. Candidate will have good communication skills both verbal and writing; will be able to write technical documents that are cogent and accessible and will be a self-starter and a team player.



The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or technical discipline. A minimum of 4-6 years of IT experience with 3 years as a Database Administrator and/or Database Developer is required.



Job responsibilities may include the following:

· Development of Perl ETL procedures to support the data marts.

· Administration and maintenance of DB2 UDB databases on Linux.

· Development and maintenance of data models using ERwin.

· Database backup and recovery.

· Database monitoring and tuning using Quest Central tools.

· Development of database maintenance routines using Bash and/or Perl.

· SQL development/performance tuning.



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J2EE Developer

Principal Responsibilities:
1. Develop, maintain and support production applications using Java and J2EE technologies.
2. Perform senior programming assignments for diverse and complex project tasks in Unix and Windows environments.
3. Contribute to the focus and effectiveness of the development team; tracking issues to resolution, monitoring the effectiveness of tasks, and providing status to the team lead.
4. Develop software independently as well as under direction from development team leads and other members of the team.
5. Maintain and debug existing application code.
6. Generate design specifications and code to conform to specifications.
7. Work with project manager to define work breakdown and provides effort estimates for tasks.
8. Participate in design and code reviews.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Candidate must be a senior-level engineer capable of working independently and in teams, and effectively prioritizing tasks and responsibilities.
2. Proven design, debugging, and programming skills using Java and J2EE technologies.
3. Experience with Swing and client applications a plus.
4. Experience with Web Services (client and server) a plus.
5. Demonstrated aptitude for learning new technologies.
6. Competent in developing accurate estimates and risk assessments
7. Strong object design orientation
8. Demonstrated ability to document design and coding decisions

Qualifications:
1. BS of Computer Science or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum six (6) years experience in software development cycle: requirements, design, implementation, QA, documentation and maintenance.
3. Four (4) years of experience with custom application software development using Java.
4. Three (3) years experience using Java technologies
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Unix Administrator (Solaris)
Primary Purpose of the Position:
The primary focus of this position is the operational support of multiple, remote, proprietary trading environments. The second focus involves performance monitoring and analysis of the aforementioned environments and the development of improved monitoring methodologies, tools, and systems reporting processes.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities of Position:
1. To provide first level technical support for trading staff
2. To communicate systems related issues to trading staff
3. To understand the architecture of the trading environment
4. To manage the startup of the trading environment
5. To monitor the trading environment and identify and report system failures and inefficiencies
6. To understand the purpose of the applications used by the trading staff
7. To understand how these applications are accessed by the trading staff
8. To understand the communications needs and expected behavior of these applications
9. To troubleshoot and resolve unexpected application or system behavior
10. To recommend improvements to facilitate better management and monitoring of the environment.
Requirements:
1. BS in Computer Science or 2 to 3 years work experience as a UNIX systems administrator
2. Knowledge of the UNIX operating system (Solaris and Linux preferred)
3. Strong perl and shell programming skills
4. C and C++ knowledge is a plus
5. Strong interpersonal skills * ability to work well with users
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Self-motivated with interest in learning new applications and systems.
8. Ability to handle multiple issues of varying priority effectively
9. Ability to work unsupervised
Often there are several phases of projects running concurrently. This requires identifying solutions to problems, specifying projects, recommending schedules and priorities for projects, and programming solutions to these problems. All these phases must be coordinated to achieve results that satisfy both users* needs and desires as effectively as possible.
User support is a major facet of this position. The availability of the systems and applications are critical to the function of the business and the user community and therefore must be monitored on an on-going basis to ensure problem free use and smooth operation through training, guidance, and ongoing support when problems are encountered. Feedback from users is critical to enhancing system administration. This position must promote and use that feedback to improve the service provided.

Our technology is built on Sun and Intel hardware operating in a UNIX/Linux environment. Virtually all of our software is internally developed for speed and efficiency using C, C++ and Perl.
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RPG Programmer
Analyzes problems in terms of detailed requirements. Designs de-
tailed flow charts. Verifies program logic by preparing tests data
for trial runs. Tests and debugs programs. Prepares run sheets
for routine programs. May also do coding from flow charts, assist
in determining the causes of computer or program malfunctions,
and confer with technical personnel in systems analysis and appli-
cation planning.


Responsibilities will include:

A. Develops, test and maintains code using software development methodology and appropriate technologies for the system being used.

B. Works closely with Business Analysts to develop detail systems design and written test plans for on-line and report application programs.

C. Performs analysis on projects and provides a project plan that shows the tasks needing to be completed and a time estimate for each task.

D. Participates in design walkthroughs with appropriate focus groups and related users to verify accuracy of design in meeting business needs.

E. Prepares installation instructions and coordinates installation procedures with the Quality Control Specialist

F. Supports and troubleshoots application code problems with IS and user staff.

G. Provides status reports that give a detailed description of the current projects progress and indicates time devoted to each task of the project.

H. Coordinates, guides and mentors programming efforts performed by in-house programmers or outside consultants to ensure that all programming is completed according to the project plan.



MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


1. Education: BA/BS: Bachelor**s degree in Computer
Science, Information Systems
2. Experience: 5-8yrs related experience to include a minimum four years programming and analysis experience in
appropriate system environment. (RPG Programming Experience needed)



Experience in structure design/programming and well-documented
coding. Experience with structure systems development methods
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Oracle Apps Developer
Job Purpose: Develop and maintain reports, forms, and interfaces in support of the Oracle 11i applications (HR/Payroll and General Ledger) to ensure proper computerized functionality of all HR, payroll and General Ledger processes within the organization.

Primary Working Relationships:
* Payroll: Payroll Manager; Payroll Supervisor
* Human Resources: HRIS Manager, HRIS Analyst
* IT Staff: Developers, DBA, Network Engineer, Systems Administrators

Major Responsibilities/Activities

Collect requirements from system users, design and develop new or modified reports, forms, and interfaces in support of HR/Payroll, and General Ledger. Ensure proper testing.
Ensure technical problems related to Oracle updates are resolved in a timely fashion so that systems run smoothly.
In concert with users and IS management, establish priorities and work sequence for development and maintenance requests.

Required Qualifications:

* Minimum of 5 years* experience with Oracle development tools (Developer 6i/2000) and PL/SQL in a Unix environment
* Minimum of 5 years* development and support experience in Oracle HRMS and Payroll Applications version 11i

Preferred Qualification:

* OAB

Environment
Applications: Oracle HRMS/ Payroll/GL, OSB * Version 11.5.10
Database: 9i, 10g
Environment: HP-UX V11.0
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Facets SME

We are seeking a Facets Subject Matter expert to provid in-depth knowledge of claims adjudication and pricing. Any Configuration/Implementation experience with Facets is extremely helpful.
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Documentum Architect
Responsibilities in this role:

Provide technical leadership to a development team dedicated to the development, implementation and support of content management systems supporting multiple editorial client groups. Candidate should have a strong software development background and have experience with all aspects of content management; from acquisition through editorial processes to publishing channel delivery.

Provide direction to staff members in design and coding of enhancements to existing implementations.
Participate in design, development and delivery of new implementations.
Manage problem resolution on existing deployments.
Communicate design plans and coordinate development activities with external (offshore) vendor resources.
Participate in teams setting strategic direction for the content systems.
Conduct technical research on system patches and upgrades to determine feasibility, cost, time required, and compatibility with current system.






Qualifications :

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline and at least 10 years experience in systems analysis and application development
Minimum of 5 years experience deploying solutions based on EMC's Documentum solution suite: Content Server, Webtop, BPM, Forms. Candidate must have a demonstrable familiarity with DFC
Minimum of 5 years developing with Java, J2EE components (EJB, Servlet, and JSP), and JavaScript
Experience in Documentum D6, DFS, XML hive, technologies a plus.
Experience in virtual document and XML application features of Documentum
Experience in developing SOAP based applications a plus.
Experience with .NET a plus.
Experience implementing other COTS such as FileNet or Vignette a plus.
Strong understanding of database design techniques on MS SQL Server. Database performance tuning experience a plus.
Experience scaling systems horizontally and vertically a plus.
Apache Tomcat application server desired.


Candidate may be required to travel based on needs of assigned projects. Travel will not exceed 20% annually.
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Oracle BPEL/SOA
We have an immediate need for several developers with experience with Oracle SOA Suite. We've a DIRECT RELATIONSHIP with our client and we do not go through any integrator or offshore vendor.


REQUIRED: Practical experience in design, development, and administration of integration solutions using Oracle SOA Suite.
(at least one year of integration experience, preferably more).
- ESB
- BPEL
- AQ
- Web Service
- XML (and XSD)
- XSLT

REQUIRED: Self-motivated technical leader with good communication skills and the ability to speak equally effectively to both business and technical topics and audiences. Also.........
- Will be relied upon to lead integration initiatives
- Will be relied upon to contribute to initiatives which will driver standards and best practices
- May be relied upon to lead other technical resources

REQUIRED: Oracle database experience, with a focus on writing complex queries using SQL.


PREFERRED: Experience with the Oracle AIM methodology.
- Able to understand and derive requirements from MD50 documents
- Able to create MD70 and TE20 documents

PREFERRED: Java design and development experience, preferably using Oracle JDeveloper.

PREFERRED: Knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS).

OPTIONAL: Knowledge of Siebel.
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Tibco Architect
Our client is seeking a Tibco Architect to join on a 6-12 month contract. As an application architect, consultant will be responsible to interface with enterprise architecture team, design integration framework for the business applications. Experience with Businessworks, EMS and Adapters like ADB, SOAP, MQ Series is essential.

Responsible for providing in-depth technical and business expertise on decisions and priorities regarding systems architecture. Educates and facilitates the establishment and implementation of standards and guidelines that guide the design of technology solutions. Develops and documents the framework for integration and implementation for changes to existing technical architecture.
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Strong Middleware, EAI and BI Developers
MULTIPLE POSITIONS for IT professionals in Aurora, IL - Software Eng., Programmer/Systems Analysts, DBAs & Systems/Web Administrators , IT Managers . BS/MS or equiv. in Comp. Sci., Engineering or related field. Skills needed: C/C++, Java, Perl, VB, Sybase, Peoplesoft, XML, EJB, JMS, Servlets, J2EE, Websphere Application Server, Weblogic Application Server, DB2, JDBC, MS Visual Studio .NET, ASP.NET, ADO.NET, C#, VB.NET, SAP R/3, ABAP/4, Oracle, Unix. Send resume to: Aptude, Inc., 1444 Farnsworth Ave., Suite 303, Aurora, IL 60505 . CLICK HERE to contact us.

Business Objects Architect/Admin
Create and document repeatable installation/configuration processes for Business Objects Enterprise XI 3.1 in the following configurations:

1. Single server Wintel environment.

2. Multi-tier Wintel environment.

3. Multi-tier mixed Unix/Wintel environment with Web/Application tier on Sun Solaris and Intelligence and Processing tiers on Wintel.

4. WebSphere 6.1 as the application server.



The installation should include the following functionality:

1. Connectivity to SAP R/3 and BW.

2. Active Directory Single Sign-On.

3. SAP Single Sign-On.



II. Participate in the deployment of the above on the following clusters:

1. Development.

2. QA/Stage.

3. Pre/pro.

4. Production.
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