Arc Worldwide offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing. Our teams deliver inspired marketing solutions that meet our clients' business needs.



At Arc, you'll work with creative talent in and across our four disciplines: interactive marketing, direct-database marketing/customer relationship management, promotional marketing and shopper marketing. You'll also gain global marketing insights, as we share these capabilities across 42 offices in 37 countries, working on behalf of some of the world's leading marketers, including Procter & Gamble, McDonald's, Kellogg, Hallmark and Whirlpool, to name a few. We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practices, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Arc is currently looking for a talented Junior Designer with Interactive experience to join our Chicago team. We seek an individual with a strong foundation in graphic design, a proven ability to design user-friendly interactive solutions, and a comprehensive understanding of interactive marketing.



Requirements

BFA or BA in graphic design/visual communications or interactive media

1+ years experience in interactive design?will consider candidates who had internships

Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator

Working knowledge of Flash and html a PLUS

Excellent organizational skills



MUST include portfolio with interactive samples

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POSITON SUMMARY

The Senior Network and Messaging Engineer ( NME ) within the Grant Thornton International ( GTI ) Information Technology team configures, operates, and supports the infrastructure used by the member firm organization to deliver information to 25,000+ member employees worldwide. The Senior NME operates the network and server infrastructure supporting multiple websites, Intranets, and web-based application platforms; and manages and coordinates externally hosted vendor messaging technologies. This is a senior / team lead role and has both operational duties and project assignments which require excellent time management and some previous project management experience.

This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience communicating issues on both social and technical levels to customers who are members of the GTI community. Interfacing with vendors, providers, other IT personnel, and members of management are part of the daily activities. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Configure, manage and monitor the infrastructure of 40+ assets in two data centers in two countries.
-Design, configure, and manage all parts of the production environments ( switches, firewalls, servers ).
-Configure and manage messaging platforms ( principally Exchange 2003 ) and related vendor communications tools used by GTI.
-Administer GTI firewall assets and configure and maintain those to assure high availability, information security, and stability of all infrastructures.
-Administer DNS for multiple member firms which could total over 100 zones.
-Act as vendor contact and coordinator with other IT functions as it relates to the acquisition and configuration of GTI infrastructure.
-Produce reports, maintain current documentation, and provide other ad hoc information as a function of the role.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-Current MCSE certification required. Cisco switching, routing certifications and hands-on experience a plus. Additional relevant technology certifications a plus.
-Minimum of 8 years previous experience in a medium- to large-sized corporate environment with increasing levels of network management responsibility and complexity of projects and systems. Experience in the accounting or professional services industries a plus.
-Minimum of 3 years previous network operations experience in a multi-national network environment; operating and supporting production and corporate websites using current Microsoft technologies; DNS administration in a 100 zone+ configuration; with enterprise and corporate firewall technologies in production environments ( Checkpoint preferred ); and with internet messaging platforms in the administration and configuration of such platforms. Microsoft Exchange ( v2003 or more current ) and Lotus Notes ( v6.5 or more current ) preferred.
-Experience in the network infrastructure support of Microsoft SQL databases.
-Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint 2007 server a plus.
-Experience with backup technologies in support of data center normal operations.
-Experience with Hewlett Packard ( HP ) server environments, Cisco routing and switching environments, and Checkpoint firewall technologies.
-Experience in managing and monitoring assets in remote facilities and co-location.
-Experience in working with third party telecommunications vendors ( data provisioning and access ).
-Excellent written, verbal and inter-personal communications skills.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Team player and able to work in a flexible manner with limited supervision required.
-Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.
-Multilingual communications experience a plus.
-Overtime required in the course of network operations and maintenance activities ( evenings / weekends as necessary).
-100% in-office work arrangement required; pager after hours.
-Between 5% and 10% annual travel ( some international required ).
-Reports directly to Manager of GTI Technology Services.

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Fast growing technology company is looking for a Systems Consultant/Sales Engineer with a minimum of 4 years of experience to support the Midwest Region. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a growing company providing valuable insight and contributing to the companys success. This position offers you the opportunity to Work From Your Home when not traveling to client sites.

Systems Consultants provide in-depth technical product assistance during pre-sales discussions, including product demonstrations. As part of the product sale, may provide consulting services to customers, such as product training, design and implementation expertise. This position blends a unique skill set of technical know-how along with excellent customer skills. As new avenues for product sales become available, such as new partner agreements, this position will play a role in developing key relations and consulting opportunities. This position will be based out of your home, but will require regional travel to client sites.

The qualified candidate must possess good communication and organizational skills in addition to the following:

*Bachelors degree in Business, Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent experience and training required.
*Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in real-life enterprise environments required, specifically with Microsoft Active Directory. Expertise with other Microsoft products including Exchange, SQL, SMS, IIS and MIIS are preferred.
*At least 2 years of consulting experience and technical sales support in a commercial environment.
*Excellent communications and interpersonal skills required. Strong writing and speaking abilities necessary to present complex technical concepts in a clear and compelling manner to various levels of a technical and business audience. Must have the ability to handle groups of people in presentation and classroom training situations.
*Excellent problem solving skills required. Must have the ability to resolve complex pre-sales technical problems, and discovering solutions to work in diverse customer environments.
*Excellent project management and organizational skills needed. Must have the ability to prioritize and estimate time needed to accomplish tasks.
*Knowledge of software product development processes desired.
*Extensive travel required (greater than 50%).

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

*Provides assistance on sales activities requiring advanced technical product knowledge.
*Provide consulting services, including design, deployment, and training.
*Assist customers and prospects in resolving highly technical problems.
*Maintains an advanced technical understanding of products and technology.
*May provide work leadership to more junior technical support staff.

Great benefits. Apply for this great position as a systems consultant - active directory today!
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MERIDIAN Technology Group is seeking a Java Developer JW6237 with 6 years of web software development experience. Must have 4 years of J2EE Application Development experience. 3 years of JSP development using MVC and SQL modeling and development experience required. 3 years experience with XML configuration, parsing, transformation and unit testing framework (JUnit, Selenium) also required. Experience with Hibernate or Ibatis and Spring framework highly desired. Experience with UNIX shell scripting and Scheduler technology along with WSAD, RAD, Eclipse, ClearCase, CVS and Ant also highly desired.You will perform design and development with a team of Java/J2EE developers building an internet based payment application with both front-end web and back-end batch processing. Work with the technical lead to estimate work and create the application design based upon use cases, system requirements and bank standards for application development. Participate in component design reviews, software development, code reviews, unit test reviews and unit testing. Coach and mentor developers on the best practices with Java, J2EE, SQL and the various open source libraries used to build the application. Participate in 2nd tier production support. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and ability to work in a team environment.MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc. has been providing IT Professional Services to our Clients for 17 years. Our clients are located in Oregon, Washington, Arizona, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Utah, Idaho, Illinois and Texas.We have a successful history of satisfying our clients by providing them with high-caliber consultants including:? -project managers ? -business analysts ? -application developers ? -database administrators ? -application and database architects ? -systems administrators ? -quality assurance and testers ? -desktop and network engineers ? -hardware and software engineers ? -embedded technology engineers ? -semiconductor/ASIC engineers ? -RF engineers ? -Firmware/BIOS engineers MERIDIAN Technology Group offers our consultants a quality of employment benefits unmatched by similar organizations. Our benefit package includes: ? - paid insurance premiums for health, dental, vision and disability. ? -401K program offering a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%. ? -Training Program ? -3 weeks of vacation per year Our strong benefit offerings, training programs and support staff allow Meridian to attract high quality consultants, ultimately benefiting our clients not only with a higher than anticipated level of expertise, but with a higher sense of confidence and stability in the consultant-client relationship. Call, email, or write for more information about us and find out what we have to offer you!MERIDIAN Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer! MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc.4949 SW Meadows Road Suite 440 Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035 800.755.1038 www.meridiangroup.com

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Web Developer within the Grant Thornton International ( GTI ) Information Technology ( IT ) Web Applications team is responsible for developing and supporting internet and intranet applications.

This person is responsible for assigned internet / intranet programming work, occasional project management responsibilities, assigned user and management communications, briefings and presentations, and supervision of associate rank developers as identified by the GTI Technology Manager.

This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience communicating issues on both social and technical levels to clients, who are members of the Grant Thornton International community. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES
-Develop new web-based applications as identified by firm and IT management.
-Customize packaged web applications to meet business needs.
-Maintain and enhance existing web-based applications (custom and purchased) as identified by firm and IT management.
-Maintain production and development web programming environments in conjunction with Grant Thornton engineering and database administration teams.
-Test and perform complete quality assurance evaluation on all GTI-based intranet and intranet applications (custom and purchased).
-Provide training and support on all intranet and intranet applications as identified by IT management.
-Provide mentoring and professional guidance to members of web applications teams as assigned by the Technology Manager.
-Complete life-cycle development documentation for all projects.
-Provide daily supervision of assigned projects and project developers’ work.
-Create Microsoft-centric ( ASP, ASPX, .NET ) using organized systems development methodology.
-Provide programming team technical and functional team leadership and technical direction.
-Develop and interact with databases as part of built or bought intranet and intranet systems using Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and 2005.
-Perform exception reporting of issues, problems, and customer needs as they occur in IT management.
-Provide effective communications and coordination of user needs with IT management.
-Maintain awareness of fiscal impact of technical operations and / or functions.
-Adhere to highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-6 to10 years of experience in a medium- to large-sized corporate environment with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity of projects and applications.
-Previous experience in the professional services / accounting industry a plus.
-Previous client service or consultative experiences in the intranet / intranet industry a plus.
-Previous customer service experiences in the software industry a plus.
-Previous experience with international issues as related to soft skills a plus.
-Previous experience building web services built using Visual Studio 2005.
-Previous experience with SharePoint 2003 or 2007 is a plus.
-Thorough understanding of systems development methodology best practices.
-Experience with HTML, DHTML, CSS, ActiveX controls, Java, JavaScript, ASP, ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, IIS Configuration, and other web-based technologies in the production and publishing of intranet and / or intranet websites.
-Experience in development web applications using Visual Studio 2005.
-Experience with creating and interacting with SQL database systems.
-A good understanding of AJAX.
Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.
-Training and presentation skills in individual and group settings.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
-Project management skills including planning, WBS, requirements gathering, and project team coordination.
-Team-oriented, flexible, and able to work in an ambiguous and / or changing work environment.
Reports directly to GTI Technology Manager.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed. 100% in-office work arrangement required; pager required. Infrequent overtime required (evenings / weekends).

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
-Successful delivery of assigned application development tasks and projects that meet business needs and requirements.
-Excellent customer service experiences by all customers and IT personnel.
-Effective training and support of user communities with web technologies and tools.
-Effective coordination of project / task needs and business requirements with others within the IT department and IT management.
-Positive contributions to the firm and department beyond the scope of normal responsibilities.

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ABOUT GRANT THORNTON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Grant Thornton International (GTI) Limited is one of the world's leading organizations of independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firms providing assurance, tax and specialist business advice to privately held businesses and public interest entities. The strength of each local firm is reflected in the quality of the international organization. All GTI Limited member firms share a commitment to providing the same high quality service to their clients wherever they choose to do business. Firms operate in over 110 countries in more than 520 offices worldwide. GTI Limited is not a worldwide partnership.

POSITION SUMMARY
In line with its emphasis on professional excellence, respect, and integrity and in an environment becoming increasingly more regulated, GTI proactively initiated an effort to establish and implement a global standard for monitoring and managing independence risk. Grant Thornton selected and has begun the word-wide implementation of the Global Independence System (GIS) as its automated solution for the tracking and management of potential independence threats arising from the financial interests of Grant Thornton professionals and member firms. The GIS is a proprietary web-based application developed and licensed by an external software provider, which provides an electronic method for self reporting personal financial holdings and automating the identification and clearing of conflicts with Grant Thornton clients. This solution is intended to improve efficiencies and increase reliability of Independence monitoring and reporting globally across the Grant Thornton member firm network.

The GIS Data Analyst is a member of the GTI Independence Team and supports the data management of Grant Thornton’s Global Independence monitoring and tracking solution. The GIS Data Analyst performs research on submitted data, assists in analysis of data updates, documents data anomalies for follow up, and supports the Technical Specialist in data administration activities.

The GIS Data Analyst position offers an opportunity to leverage strong analytical talent, astute research skills, and background in information technology to broaden system and data management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. The team is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has a high degree of professionalism and desires a position with strong potential for future growth.

This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and will report to the Global Independence Team Manager, who is also based in Chicago.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Perform detailed research for submitted financial holdings data.
-Analyze company and security database update activities, documenting trends, potential items for review, and statistics.
-Perform validity tests and research activities for specified data sets.
-Assist in maintaining up to date information for restricted client lists.
-Assist in providing support to user groups with specific data needs.
-Verify consistency between system databases.
-Perform data cleansing activities.
-Draft communications related to database change events and data issues.
-Support other activities and projects lead by the Technology Specialist.
-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Participate in professional development and training opportunities as available.
-Maintain current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes.
-Maintain a good working relationship with internal clients, external vendor contacts and work effectively with all staff levels.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
-Recent graduate or up to one year of experience in data research, supporting financial or risk systems, or in a similar practice or function as an associate or staff level consultant.
-Prior database ( Access, SQL ) experience a plus.
-Understanding of data management techniques a plus.
-Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications ( Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access ).
-Solid analytical skills and documentation abilities.
-Ability to prioritize assignments and respond to requests according to their level of urgency.
-Robust research skills and dexterity in utilizing internet search engines.
-Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of employees as well as external vendors and clients.
-Ability to take initiative, self-directed, and results-oriented.
-Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to assume, prioritize, and execute multiple assignments.
-Inquisitive, thoughtful, and having the ability to think independently, while having the awareness to request help when needed.
-Work well under pressure and adhere to established schedules, workplans, and deadlines.
-Flexible team player who embraces challenges and works proactively.
-Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
-Able to interact and work efficiently with a distributed team structure.
-High level of professionalism and integrity.
-Positive and can-do attitude, high energy.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed.

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DoubleClick Performics, the country’s largest search engine marketing firm (Jupiter Research 2006), and the performance marketing division of DoubleClick Inc., is an online marketing innovator devoted to maximizing our clients’ affiliate and search marketing programs. With the right blend of insight, technological investment and response-oriented marketing plans we engage and deliver more consumers for our clients — which includes more than 300 of the world’s top brands.
Our success is a result of our people, relationships, industry tenure, and thought leadership through original research. DoubleClick Performics’ seasoned professionals are uniquely positioned to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities, enabling the continual optimization of results .

Position Title
QA Engineer - Data Warehouse/Business Intelligence

Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of formal education.

Desired Experience
4+ years of software development and QA Testing experience
3+ years experience in development / testing on Linux back end systems
1+ years experience in software development
2+ years experience in testing or test automation including functional, integration and regression testing
2+ years experience in SQL
2+ years experience in data analysis and integrity testing

Desired Skills / Abilities

Experience in designing and developing test strategies and harnesses for backend software processes.
Skilled in scripting languages such as Javascript, Perl, Ruby, and Linux/Unix Shell scripting.
2+ years experience working with Relational SQL databases (eg Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL etc?)
Strong platform skills in Linux/Unix at a command line level and testing/development. Knowledge of cron processes.
Ability to learn complex business functions with little guidance
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Experience in any of the following would be a huge plus:
PL/SQL development and related tools (TOAD, SqlPlus, SqlLoader, etc?)
Report/query authoring in Cognos
IIS configuration and management
Experience in open source technologies with broad skills in technologies such as Apache, MySQL, Portals, Web Services, AJAX, Java, JavaScript, SOAP, Ant, Virtual Machines, Subversion
Experience with agile development methodologies
Experience with continuous integration systems such as CruiseControl or Continuum

Responsibilities

Work closely with technology teams to deliver innovative solutions to facilitate effective and efficient testing of all data warehouse applications and scripts.
Work closely with DBA’s and business users to confirm data integrity across a dimensional database.
Write or customize test harnesses with open source or commercial automation tools; design and customize automation framework to suit the needs of a product and technology.
Develop reporting framework so test results are distributed and displayed in innovative easy to use ways.
Tracks and reports on issues and solutions and escalates as appropriate, recommends and obtains resolution.
Develop testing strategy and communicates plan to management, peers, application project team and other stakeholders
Coordinate testing activities among other testing specialists to ensure schedules are met
Ensure that client and functional requirements are met
Communicate testing risks to IT Project Management, and develops possible mitigation strategies
Benefits offered to all DoubleClick employees include:

Competitive Salary
Four weeks of paid vacation and personal time
Casual work environment
Medical, Dental and Prescription benefits through Cigna
401k with matching
Extensive training and career pathing
Pre-tax transit and Flex Spending Accounts
Optional Pet and Legal Insurance


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Location: Chicago, ILPeopleSoft Security AdministratorMUST HAVE SECURITY IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE IN A GLOBAL PROJECT1-3 month engagementClient Info:Our client has extensive expertise in Oracle technology and PeopleSoft Enterprise applications with over 15 years of history as an Oracle|PeopleSoft partner and has been recognized by Oracle in past years as a "PeopleSoft Partner of The Year". Responsibilities:*Create security design document for implementation of PeopleSoft Portal, Finance, and SCM version 9.0*Architect and maintain PeopleSoft security across a host of instances (DEV, QA, CNV, PRD, etc.) and in multiple environments Portal, Financials, and HR.*Lead the discussions of long term and short term PeopleSoft security strategies *Use knowledge of PeopleSoft Security to maximize features and functionality *Document the security infrastructure so that it may be interpreted, maintained and enhanced *Facilitates and provides necessary security documentation and reports to auditors as needed *Make recommendations to improve, streamline and automate PeopleSoft Security*Ensure adherence to IT Access to Production security standards*Anticipate potential security issues; research, propose and implement solutions*Research, investigate, troubleshoot and respond to security related incidents and problems.
Experience: Requirements:*5-8 YRS EXP CONFIG AND ADMIN Security 8.8 and above*Security functionality (user profiles, roles, permission lists, row level security, portal security)*Security implementation experience in a global project is a must have. Must be willing to travel during week if not local to Chicago

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Our client is in need of 16 Infrastructure Project Managers in the Chicago, Illinois area. This is a six month project with the possibility of extension. As an Infrastructure Project Manager, you will have a minimum of 3 to 5 years project / team management experience and 7 to 9 years overall professional experience in Project Management Office governance and / or Project Management. Knowledge of Products & Services, Infrastructure Financial Processes and Infrastructure Deployment Methodologies. Previous exposure to structured project management methodology. Proficient in Microsoft suite of office products including MS Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio. It is a plus to be knowledge of NCG Products & Services, Infrastructure Financial Processes and Infrastructure Deployment Methodologies; knowledge of the following tools / systems / methodologies: Clarity, CPU, PTracker, PMM, SSCP, and NCG Technology Policies, ECMS, DETAR, and SEPC; and PMI Certification, Six Sigma Certification and Project Estimation.

In this role, you will manage the development and implementation process of company's products and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing products. Some of these responsibilities include:
- Plans and directs schedules and budgets and monitors the project from initiation through delivery.
- Organizes the interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project / product on schedule and within budget.
- Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
- Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Experience: Required Experience/Skills:
- Minimum of 3-5 years project / team management experience and 7-9 years overall professional experience in Project Management Office governance and / or Project Management.
- Knowledge of Products & Services, Infrastructure Financial Processes and Infrastructure Deployment Methodologies.
- Skill sets include, but are not limited to: Network, Applications, Telecommunication, Security, Database, Internet, Wireless, Data Warehousing and Enterprise.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy along with the ability to work independently and deliver on business partner goals.
- Ability to work in a large complex organization and adapt to a rapidly changing environment and shifting priorities.
- Exceptional planning, organizational and time management skills along with previous exposure to structured project management methodology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to effectively prepare and credibly convey information through a variety of media to audiences at multiple levels. including senior leadership.
- Proficient in Microsoft suite of office products including MS Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio.
- Cconsulting experience is required.

Preferred Experience/Skills:
- Knowledge of the following tools / systems / methodologies: Clarity, CPU, PTracker, PMM, SSCP, and NCG Technology Policies, ECMS, DETAR, and SEPC.
- PMI Certification, Six Sigma Certification and Project Estimation.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team. Take your career to the next level and turn your interest into action. Apply Now! Or, send your resume directly to . The only way to learn more is by taking the next step.

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Engagement Type: Contract to Perm

Short Description:
Business Systems Analyst
Complete Description:
This position is for a Business Systems Analyst. Primary duties include working with the business units and external customers to analyze business opportunities and develop technical solutions which enable the user to satisfy business objectives. Work on system solutions during the creation of proposals for new and current customers. Perform liaison functions with management, user areas, vendors, and sales. Conduct requirements gathering meetings, document user business requirements, transition requirements to the development staff, assists with requirements change control and risk identification.
Behavior Characteristics:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to grasp technical concepts quickly
Solid ability to translate technical verbiage into easily understood language for the customer
Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience
User/client contact Required 5 Years
Business problem analysis Required 5 Years
Systems development methodology Required 5 Years
IT Project Experience Required 5 Years
Structured system analysis Required 5 Years
Requirements gathering and documentation Required 5 Years

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"Smartsource is a trusted international staffing and recruitment firm, building relationships by matching people with opportunities!"

Title: Interactive Web Designer/Developer
Location: Chicago, IL, 60622
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary: open to negotiations
Hours: 8 am to 5 pm

Scope: Hiring company is a growing, dynamic and innovative organization where your contributions will matter. We are seeking a full-time, experienced Interactive developer to join our expanding application development team. The Interactive Developer will work closely with Senior Design Architect & Managing Director in the creation of rich interactive experiences for both web and mobile applications.

Requirements:
" The ideal candidate will be proficient in Flash Professional (release 8 and 9), Flash Lite (1.1 and 2), Actionscript 2, 3.
" 3 - 5 years of industry-related experience.
" A BS in Computer Science, Computer engineering, Interactive Media Engineering or 5 years equivalent in experience.
" Proficiency of Actionscript 2.0 and Actionscript 3.0
" Strong understanding of user experience design using HTML,CSS and FLASH.
" Good knowledge of PHP and MySQL.
" Ability to work in a team environment
" An understanding of n-tier architectures. Experience with building n-tiered web applications that power rich browser based clients is required.
" A thorough understanding of asynchronous programming
" Comprehension of the following Operating Systems; OS X and Windows
" Fluency in English
" Must be a US citizen or resident with valid, up to date documentation.
" A Masterful understanding of SVN (Subversion Version Control) system

For immediate consideration, please feel free to email word .doc of your resume, your contact info and availability to interview/start. Julia:

(As it is our intent to offer a safe and healthy work environment for our employees, we conduct a pre-employment background check)

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We are looking for a .NET Developer with experience in the trading/investments industry. This is an ongoing contract with our client in downtown Chicago. The position will involve architecting, developing and implementing a Research Management Portal (IM Dashboard) to aid the creation and distribution of Research Reports. This involves developing Web-based as well as Windows (MS Outlook) applications. Develop a powerful analysis and report tool. Leverage technical expertise in application programming, database development and relational database theory and technology. Support multiple applications and processes as well as coordinate with external vendors. This position will move more into the support of critical trading and research systems.

Experience: -Requires expeirence in trading/investments industry
-Experience with the following tools: Visual C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, Visual Studio 2005, SQL Server 2005, FactSet real-time data feeds, CodeRed research management system, AJAX, Visual Studio Tools for Office 2005, Data Dynamics Active Reports, Active Batch Scheduler.


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Arc Worldwide offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing. Our teams deliver inspired marketing solutions that meet our clients' business needs.



At Arc, you'll work with creative talent in and across our four disciplines: interactive marketing, direct-database marketing/customer relationship management, promotional marketing and shopper marketing. You'll also gain global marketing insights, as we share these capabilities across 42 offices in 37 countries, working on behalf of some of the world's leading marketers, including Procter & Gamble, McDonald's, Kellogg, Hallmark and Whirlpool, to name a few. We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practices, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Arc is currently looking for a talented Junior Designer with Interactive experience to join our Chicago team. We seek an individual with a strong foundation in graphic design, a proven ability to design user-friendly interactive solutions, and a comprehensive understanding of interactive marketing.



Requirements

BFA or BA in graphic design/visual communications or interactive media

1+ years experience in interactive design?will consider candidates who had internships

Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator

Working knowledge of Flash and html a PLUS

Excellent organizational skills



MUST include portfolio with interactive samples

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MERIDIAN Technology Group is seeking a Java Developer JW6237 with 6 years of web software development experience. Must have 4 years of J2EE Application Development experience. 3 years of JSP development using MVC and SQL modeling and development experience required. 3 years experience with XML configuration, parsing, transformation and unit testing framework (JUnit, Selenium) also required. Experience with Hibernate or Ibatis and Spring framework highly desired. Experience with UNIX shell scripting and Scheduler technology along with WSAD, RAD, Eclipse, ClearCase, CVS and Ant also highly desired.You will perform design and development with a team of Java/J2EE developers building an internet based payment application with both front-end web and back-end batch processing. Work with the technical lead to estimate work and create the application design based upon use cases, system requirements and bank standards for application development. Participate in component design reviews, software development, code reviews, unit test reviews and unit testing. Coach and mentor developers on the best practices with Java, J2EE, SQL and the various open source libraries used to build the application. Participate in 2nd tier production support. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and ability to work in a team environment.MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc. has been providing IT Professional Services to our Clients for 17 years. Our clients are located in Oregon, Washington, Arizona, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Utah, Idaho, Illinois and Texas.We have a successful history of satisfying our clients by providing them with high-caliber consultants including:? -project managers ? -business analysts ? -application developers ? -database administrators ? -application and database architects ? -systems administrators ? -quality assurance and testers ? -desktop and network engineers ? -hardware and software engineers ? -embedded technology engineers ? -semiconductor/ASIC engineers ? -RF engineers ? -Firmware/BIOS engineers MERIDIAN Technology Group offers our consultants a quality of employment benefits unmatched by similar organizations. Our benefit package includes: ? - paid insurance premiums for health, dental, vision and disability. ? -401K program offering a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%. ? -Training Program ? -3 weeks of vacation per year Our strong benefit offerings, training programs and support staff allow Meridian to attract high quality consultants, ultimately benefiting our clients not only with a higher than anticipated level of expertise, but with a higher sense of confidence and stability in the consultant-client relationship. Call, email, or write for more information about us and find out what we have to offer you!MERIDIAN Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer! MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc.4949 SW Meadows Road Suite 440 Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035 800.755.1038 www.meridiangroup.com

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My downtown client seeks a Java Team lead to join their company on a full- time basis. This person will be leading a team of 4 developers, while remaining hands- on. The application is an online stock exchange. This Java Development Team Lead will manage the development of new features and enhancements of the exchange core matching engine and other components.
Experience: Candidates MUST have 5+ years of Java development experience, with 3+ years in a management/leadership capacity. Technical requirements include J2SE, J2EE, XML, Unix/Linux, Spring, Hibernate.

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My client, a downtown medical firm, has an immediate opportunity available for a software developer to join their internal and highly specialized team on a full- time basis. This is a development position that also includes support responsibilities. Individual will be responsible for maintaining and expanding existing business systems, writing ad-hoc queries, and supporting end users.

The work environment is dynamic and challenging, yet casual. The right candidate must be a team player who works well without supervision, has the ability to work on multiple projects and can organize and prioritize their work to achieve desired results in a timely manner.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE 2+ years of professional web- based development experience with ASP.NET, C#, and SQL Server. Good knowledge of SQL is also desired.

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POSITON SUMMARY

The Senior Network and Messaging Engineer ( NME ) within the Grant Thornton International ( GTI ) Information Technology team configures, operates, and supports the infrastructure used by the member firm organization to deliver information to 25,000+ member employees worldwide. The Senior NME operates the network and server infrastructure supporting multiple websites, Intranets, and web-based application platforms; and manages and coordinates externally hosted vendor messaging technologies. This is a senior / team lead role and has both operational duties and project assignments which require excellent time management and some previous project management experience.

This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience communicating issues on both social and technical levels to customers who are members of the GTI community. Interfacing with vendors, providers, other IT personnel, and members of management are part of the daily activities. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Configure, manage and monitor the infrastructure of 40+ assets in two data centers in two countries.
-Design, configure, and manage all parts of the production environments ( switches, firewalls, servers ).
-Configure and manage messaging platforms ( principally Exchange 2003 ) and related vendor communications tools used by GTI.
-Administer GTI firewall assets and configure and maintain those to assure high availability, information security, and stability of all infrastructures.
-Administer DNS for multiple member firms which could total over 100 zones.
-Act as vendor contact and coordinator with other IT functions as it relates to the acquisition and configuration of GTI infrastructure.
-Produce reports, maintain current documentation, and provide other ad hoc information as a function of the role.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-Current MCSE certification required. Cisco switching, routing certifications and hands-on experience a plus. Additional relevant technology certifications a plus.
-Minimum of 8 years previous experience in a medium- to large-sized corporate environment with increasing levels of network management responsibility and complexity of projects and systems. Experience in the accounting or professional services industries a plus.
-Minimum of 3 years previous network operations experience in a multi-national network environment; operating and supporting production and corporate websites using current Microsoft technologies; DNS administration in a 100 zone+ configuration; with enterprise and corporate firewall technologies in production environments ( Checkpoint preferred ); and with internet messaging platforms in the administration and configuration of such platforms. Microsoft Exchange ( v2003 or more current ) and Lotus Notes ( v6.5 or more current ) preferred.
-Experience in the network infrastructure support of Microsoft SQL databases.
-Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint 2007 server a plus.
-Experience with backup technologies in support of data center normal operations.
-Experience with Hewlett Packard ( HP ) server environments, Cisco routing and switching environments, and Checkpoint firewall technologies.
-Experience in managing and monitoring assets in remote facilities and co-location.
-Experience in working with third party telecommunications vendors ( data provisioning and access ).
-Excellent written, verbal and inter-personal communications skills.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Team player and able to work in a flexible manner with limited supervision required.
-Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.
-Multilingual communications experience a plus.
-Overtime required in the course of network operations and maintenance activities ( evenings / weekends as necessary).
-100% in-office work arrangement required; pager after hours.
-Between 5% and 10% annual travel ( some international required ).
-Reports directly to Manager of GTI Technology Services.

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Our client located in Downtown Chicago, is looking for a Business Analyst, who has an excellent exposure to SQL 2005.This position requires someone who could handle both technical and functional role successfully. The BA provides multiple levels of technical support and expertise, in designing functions and methodologies. The Business Analyst will be assisting in the planning, deployment, support, maintenance, and enhancement for the existing and the new applications, of our client. The BA serves as a technical lead on the projects and codes and tests new systems and upgrades program language and the database technology on the existing systems. The Business Analyst will assist and support QA testers with development and test plan execution and also would ensure that accurate and complete user documentation exists. He/she will collaborate with hardware and software technicians and users, to ensure the system and the process efficiencies. The BA will create and follow established documentation processes to ensure appropriate tracking procedures and also would support other application developers on an on-going basis. He /she will be performing other duties as required.

This position will be responsible for overseeing the proprietary software data integrity processes, and procedures, and troubleshooting and resolving related data integrity issues. The Business Analyst will analyze the software's exception reports efficiently to ensure that the submissions are processed on a daily basis and issues are resolved in a timely manner to avoid backlogs. He/she will analyze the proprietary software's database for missing data elements and leads an effort with team to ensure data maintenance. The Business Analyst will manage internal projects and tasks as assigned. The BA will establish timelines and would effectively communicate with team members while taking responsibility and accountability of own work load. He /she will identify operational issues with proprietary software's submissions, communicates findings, and participates in problem resolution activities. The BA will participate in participate in downtime testing of the proprietary software program from user perspective and provides clearance to technical team to release and resume the proprietary software after downtime. The Business Analyst will ensure that the operational functions are completed within established timelines. The BA will develop automated test scripts following testing guidelines. The ideal Business Analyst for this position will code and test new systems, upgrades program language and database technology on existing systems.This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The requirements for a candidate to apply for this position would be Bachelor&#146;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Technology or related field with 3 years of related software experience. The candidate's technical expertise must include MS Office and familiarity of relational database queries. A demonstrable skill in Microsoft SQL Server is a must. The ideal candidate must have excellent oral and written communication, presentation, technical, customer service, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently to resolve client issues and collectively to establish a positive working rapport with users and work on multiple assignments in a team environment are essential. Flexibility in activities is imperative.

Technical expertise must include MS Office, VB.NET, ASP.NET, T-SQL, HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, XML, OOP, Unit-Testing. The following are preferred but not required: Adobe Flex 2.0, Action Script 3 and also with background with Windows operating systems, servers, web design and 3-tier architectural concepts.

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Our client, a leading provider of sales enablement solutions, aims to hire only candidates who exhibit a high degree of excellence in their field. You must be smart, motivated, and have a high degree of personal integrity.
Experience: Responsibilities include the ability to design, develop, test, and document software. You will spend your days working on our on-demand web based application, and the tools that support it. Looking for people who can solve problems creatively, create great software, write high-quality code, learn continually (read blogs, papers, and books), experiment with new technology, and train and mentor your peers.

Our work is primarily done using Microsoft's .Net technologies. The majority of our code is web-based and written in or using ASP.Net, VB.Net, AJAX, HTML, JavaScript, and SQL Server. We also do work with web services, windows services, windows forms. Expertise in several of these fields is preferable. Knowledge of design patterns, refactoring and unit testing is also a plus.

We are looking for people with excellent programming skills, who are Smart, friendly, motivated, and honest. You should have excellent command of written and spoken English and must have permanent legal right to work in the United States. A CS or equivalent degree is required.

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Our client located in Downtown Chicago, is seeking a Web Developer for a contract only position.Ou client is seeking a Web Developer with excellent hands-on experience in XSLT, XML, Java, Struts and JSP. Ideally candidates must be able to start working next week and if he/she has the above mentioned skills, this contract position could last a minimum of 3 months. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal Web Developer for this position must have good knowledge on XSLT, XML, Java, Struts and JSP

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Web Developer within the Grant Thornton International ( GTI ) Information Technology ( IT ) Web Applications team is responsible for developing and supporting internet and intranet applications.

This person is responsible for assigned internet / intranet programming work, occasional project management responsibilities, assigned user and management communications, briefings and presentations, and supervision of associate rank developers as identified by the GTI Technology Manager.

This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience communicating issues on both social and technical levels to clients, who are members of the Grant Thornton International community. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES
-Develop new web-based applications as identified by firm and IT management.
-Customize packaged web applications to meet business needs.
-Maintain and enhance existing web-based applications (custom and purchased) as identified by firm and IT management.
-Maintain production and development web programming environments in conjunction with Grant Thornton engineering and database administration teams.
-Test and perform complete quality assurance evaluation on all GTI-based intranet and intranet applications (custom and purchased).
-Provide training and support on all intranet and intranet applications as identified by IT management.
-Provide mentoring and professional guidance to members of web applications teams as assigned by the Technology Manager.
-Complete life-cycle development documentation for all projects.
-Provide daily supervision of assigned projects and project developers’ work.
-Create Microsoft-centric ( ASP, ASPX, .NET ) using organized systems development methodology.
-Provide programming team technical and functional team leadership and technical direction.
-Develop and interact with databases as part of built or bought intranet and intranet systems using Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and 2005.
-Perform exception reporting of issues, problems, and customer needs as they occur in IT management.
-Provide effective communications and coordination of user needs with IT management.
-Maintain awareness of fiscal impact of technical operations and / or functions.
-Adhere to highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-6 to10 years of experience in a medium- to large-sized corporate environment with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity of projects and applications.
-Previous experience in the professional services / accounting industry a plus.
-Previous client service or consultative experiences in the intranet / intranet industry a plus.
-Previous customer service experiences in the software industry a plus.
-Previous experience with international issues as related to soft skills a plus.
-Previous experience building web services built using Visual Studio 2005.
-Previous experience with SharePoint 2003 or 2007 is a plus.
-Thorough understanding of systems development methodology best practices.
-Experience with HTML, DHTML, CSS, ActiveX controls, Java, JavaScript, ASP, ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, IIS Configuration, and other web-based technologies in the production and publishing of intranet and / or intranet websites.
-Experience in development web applications using Visual Studio 2005.
-Experience with creating and interacting with SQL database systems.
-A good understanding of AJAX.
Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.
-Training and presentation skills in individual and group settings.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
-Project management skills including planning, WBS, requirements gathering, and project team coordination.
-Team-oriented, flexible, and able to work in an ambiguous and / or changing work environment.
Reports directly to GTI Technology Manager.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed. 100% in-office work arrangement required; pager required. Infrequent overtime required (evenings / weekends).

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
-Successful delivery of assigned application development tasks and projects that meet business needs and requirements.
-Excellent customer service experiences by all customers and IT personnel.
-Effective training and support of user communities with web technologies and tools.
-Effective coordination of project / task needs and business requirements with others within the IT department and IT management.
-Positive contributions to the firm and department beyond the scope of normal responsibilities.

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ABOUT GRANT THORNTON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Grant Thornton International (GTI) Limited is one of the world's leading organizations of independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firms providing assurance, tax and specialist business advice to privately held businesses and public interest entities. The strength of each local firm is reflected in the quality of the international organization. All GTI Limited member firms share a commitment to providing the same high quality service to their clients wherever they choose to do business. Firms operate in over 110 countries in more than 520 offices worldwide. GTI Limited is not a worldwide partnership.

POSITION SUMMARY
In line with its emphasis on professional excellence, respect, and integrity and in an environment becoming increasingly more regulated, GTI proactively initiated an effort to establish and implement a global standard for monitoring and managing independence risk. Grant Thornton selected and has begun the word-wide implementation of the Global Independence System (GIS) as its automated solution for the tracking and management of potential independence threats arising from the financial interests of Grant Thornton professionals and member firms. The GIS is a proprietary web-based application developed and licensed by an external software provider, which provides an electronic method for self reporting personal financial holdings and automating the identification and clearing of conflicts with Grant Thornton clients. This solution is intended to improve efficiencies and increase reliability of Independence monitoring and reporting globally across the Grant Thornton member firm network.

The GIS Data Analyst is a member of the GTI Independence Team and supports the data management of Grant Thornton’s Global Independence monitoring and tracking solution. The GIS Data Analyst performs research on submitted data, assists in analysis of data updates, documents data anomalies for follow up, and supports the Technical Specialist in data administration activities.

The GIS Data Analyst position offers an opportunity to leverage strong analytical talent, astute research skills, and background in information technology to broaden system and data management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. The team is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has a high degree of professionalism and desires a position with strong potential for future growth.

This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and will report to the Global Independence Team Manager, who is also based in Chicago.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Perform detailed research for submitted financial holdings data.
-Analyze company and security database update activities, documenting trends, potential items for review, and statistics.
-Perform validity tests and research activities for specified data sets.
-Assist in maintaining up to date information for restricted client lists.
-Assist in providing support to user groups with specific data needs.
-Verify consistency between system databases.
-Perform data cleansing activities.
-Draft communications related to database change events and data issues.
-Support other activities and projects lead by the Technology Specialist.
-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Participate in professional development and training opportunities as available.
-Maintain current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes.
-Maintain a good working relationship with internal clients, external vendor contacts and work effectively with all staff levels.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
-Recent graduate or up to one year of experience in data research, supporting financial or risk systems, or in a similar practice or function as an associate or staff level consultant.
-Prior database ( Access, SQL ) experience a plus.
-Understanding of data management techniques a plus.
-Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications ( Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access ).
-Solid analytical skills and documentation abilities.
-Ability to prioritize assignments and respond to requests according to their level of urgency.
-Robust research skills and dexterity in utilizing internet search engines.
-Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of employees as well as external vendors and clients.
-Ability to take initiative, self-directed, and results-oriented.
-Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to assume, prioritize, and execute multiple assignments.
-Inquisitive, thoughtful, and having the ability to think independently, while having the awareness to request help when needed.
-Work well under pressure and adhere to established schedules, workplans, and deadlines.
-Flexible team player who embraces challenges and works proactively.
-Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
-Able to interact and work efficiently with a distributed team structure.
-High level of professionalism and integrity.
-Positive and can-do attitude, high energy.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed.

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Desktop Support Analyst

Our client is looking for an experienced Desktop Support Analyst. In this role, the Desktop candidate will receive, diagnose, and solve problems relating to the firm's systems and technology on the user, group, and server levels. The Desktop Support Analyst will also coordinate implementation of software roll-outs, upgrades, and system backups, conduct end-user training in group and one-on-one settings for software applications, and be the firm's informed source on new technology and industry specific applications as well as be responsible for informing management, the technology committee, and the attorneys on technology issues.

For direct submission, please email resumes to Robert Nathan at
Experience: The Desktop Support Analyst must have a strong background using WordPerfect, Office, and other productivity applications. In addition, experience with an interwoven document management system, including the generation of workspaces is required. Exchange email system, including adding new users, disabling old users, making email distribution lists, administering current groups, and backing up attorney email archives when needed. This Desktop Support Analyst should have a background in Blackberry mobile email server and devices, as well as phone and voicemail support. The analyst should have experience with user shares, litigation support programs, offsite document stores, Juris accounting systems, and vision docketing system. Citrix framework and the ability to obtain and process data appropriately from clients onsite, via the Internet, and via the mail are a must.

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Great interactive advertising agency in the Aon building is seeking FLASH Developers, with a minimum of 2 years of experience, for a 2 month project. The Flash Developer will collaborate with designers and developers in all phases of the creative process from conceptualization and design to development, testing and deployment of top notch Flash experiences. This position, based on the FLASH Developer's performance, could go full time. The FLASH Developer will be working on client sites and must be strong in Actionscript 3. The main responsibilities of the Developer will be to transform client goals into compelling, usable, media-rich Interactive experiences including website and online advertising projects. The Ideal candidate must be able to write clean, documented, reusable and scalable Actionscripting code for deployment on the web and other platforms. The Flash Developer should be able to author and maintain technical documentation throughout life of the project(s). He/she should also maintain a coding skill set at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and share knowledge as applicable. The Flash Developer must perform other duties as assigned. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.



<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal candidate must have experience in full cycle software development including analysis, design, development, testing and implementation. He/she should be professional in Flash 9, Actionscripting 2 and 3, Photoshop, Illustrator and Java. The ideal FLASH Developer for this position must have strong understanding of latest Flash features such as Filters, Blend modes, FlashType, Bitmap caching, Alpha Blending, Advanced gradient control and External Interface. He/she must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a collaborative environment with designers and coders. The ideal candidate should possess effective oral and written communication skills and also strong attention to detail, organization and time/project management skills. He/she should have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment. The ideal Flash developer should have BFA, BA in Graphic Design, Computer Science or related field and should also possess a minimum of 2 years designing for the web in a professional services environment.

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Great interactive advertising agency in the Aon building is seeking FLASH Developers, with a minimum of 2 years of experience, for a 2 month project. The Flash Developer will collaborate with designers and developers in all phases of the creative process from conceptualization and design to development, testing and deployment of top notch Flash experiences. This position, based on the FLASH Developer's performance, could go full time. The FLASH Developer will be working on client sites and must be strong in Actionscript 3. The main responsibilities of the Developer will be to transform client goals into compelling, usable, media-rich Interactive experiences including website and online advertising projects. The Ideal candidate must be able to write clean, documented, reusable and scalable Actionscripting code for deployment on the web and other platforms. The Flash Developer should be able to author and maintain technical documentation throughout life of the project(s). He/she should also maintain a coding skill set at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and share knowledge as applicable. The Flash Developer must perform other duties as assigned. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.



<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal candidate must have experience in full cycle software development including analysis, design, development, testing and implementation. He/she should be professional in Flash 9, Actionscripting 2 and 3, Photoshop, Illustrator and Java. The ideal FLASH Developer for this position must have strong understanding of latest Flash features such as Filters, Blend modes, FlashType, Bitmap caching, Alpha Blending, Advanced gradient control and External Interface. He/she must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a collaborative environment with designers and coders. The ideal candidate should possess effective oral and written communication skills and also strong attention to detail, organization and time/project management skills. He/she should have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment. The ideal Flash developer should have BFA, BA in Graphic Design, Computer Science or related field and should also possess a minimum of 2 years designing for the web in a professional services environment.

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Our client located in Downtown Chicago, is seeking a Web Developer for a contract only position.Ou client is seeking a Web Developer with excellent hands-on experience in XSLT, XML, Java, Struts and JSP. Ideally candidates must be able to start working next week and if he/she has the above mentioned skills, this contract position could last a minimum of 3 months. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal Web Developer for this position must have good knowledge on XSLT, XML, Java, Struts and JSP

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Web Developer within the Grant Thornton International ( GTI ) Information Technology ( IT ) Web Applications team is responsible for developing and supporting internet and intranet applications.

This person is responsible for assigned internet / intranet programming work, occasional project management responsibilities, assigned user and management communications, briefings and presentations, and supervision of associate rank developers as identified by the GTI Technology Manager.

This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with experience communicating issues on both social and technical levels to clients, who are members of the Grant Thornton International community. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES
-Develop new web-based applications as identified by firm and IT management.
-Customize packaged web applications to meet business needs.
-Maintain and enhance existing web-based applications (custom and purchased) as identified by firm and IT management.
-Maintain production and development web programming environments in conjunction with Grant Thornton engineering and database administration teams.
-Test and perform complete quality assurance evaluation on all GTI-based intranet and intranet applications (custom and purchased).
-Provide training and support on all intranet and intranet applications as identified by IT management.
-Provide mentoring and professional guidance to members of web applications teams as assigned by the Technology Manager.
-Complete life-cycle development documentation for all projects.
-Provide daily supervision of assigned projects and project developers’ work.
-Create Microsoft-centric ( ASP, ASPX, .NET ) using organized systems development methodology.
-Provide programming team technical and functional team leadership and technical direction.
-Develop and interact with databases as part of built or bought intranet and intranet systems using Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and 2005.
-Perform exception reporting of issues, problems, and customer needs as they occur in IT management.
-Provide effective communications and coordination of user needs with IT management.
-Maintain awareness of fiscal impact of technical operations and / or functions.
-Adhere to highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-6 to10 years of experience in a medium- to large-sized corporate environment with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity of projects and applications.
-Previous experience in the professional services / accounting industry a plus.
-Previous client service or consultative experiences in the intranet / intranet industry a plus.
-Previous customer service experiences in the software industry a plus.
-Previous experience with international issues as related to soft skills a plus.
-Previous experience building web services built using Visual Studio 2005.
-Previous experience with SharePoint 2003 or 2007 is a plus.
-Thorough understanding of systems development methodology best practices.
-Experience with HTML, DHTML, CSS, ActiveX controls, Java, JavaScript, ASP, ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, IIS Configuration, and other web-based technologies in the production and publishing of intranet and / or intranet websites.
-Experience in development web applications using Visual Studio 2005.
-Experience with creating and interacting with SQL database systems.
-A good understanding of AJAX.
Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.
-Training and presentation skills in individual and group settings.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
-Project management skills including planning, WBS, requirements gathering, and project team coordination.
-Team-oriented, flexible, and able to work in an ambiguous and / or changing work environment.
Reports directly to GTI Technology Manager.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed. 100% in-office work arrangement required; pager required. Infrequent overtime required (evenings / weekends).

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
-Successful delivery of assigned application development tasks and projects that meet business needs and requirements.
-Excellent customer service experiences by all customers and IT personnel.
-Effective training and support of user communities with web technologies and tools.
-Effective coordination of project / task needs and business requirements with others within the IT department and IT management.
-Positive contributions to the firm and department beyond the scope of normal responsibilities.

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Our client, a leading provider of sales enablement solutions, aims to hire only candidates who exhibit a high degree of excellence in their field. You must be smart, motivated, and have a high degree of personal integrity.
Experience: Responsibilities include the ability to design, develop, test, and document software. You will spend your days working on our on-demand web based application, and the tools that support it. Looking for people who can solve problems creatively, create great software, write high-quality code, learn continually (read blogs, papers, and books), experiment with new technology, and train and mentor your peers.

Our work is primarily done using Microsoft's .Net technologies. The majority of our code is web-based and written in or using ASP.Net, VB.Net, AJAX, HTML, JavaScript, and SQL Server. We also do work with web services, windows services, windows forms. Expertise in several of these fields is preferable. Knowledge of design patterns, refactoring and unit testing is also a plus.

We are looking for people with excellent programming skills, who are Smart, friendly, motivated, and honest. You should have excellent command of written and spoken English and must have permanent legal right to work in the United States. A CS or equivalent degree is required.

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Our client located in Downtown Chicago, is looking for a Business Analyst, who has an excellent exposure to SQL 2005.This position requires someone who could handle both technical and functional role successfully. The BA provides multiple levels of technical support and expertise, in designing functions and methodologies. The Business Analyst will be assisting in the planning, deployment, support, maintenance, and enhancement for the existing and the new applications, of our client. The BA serves as a technical lead on the projects and codes and tests new systems and upgrades program language and the database technology on the existing systems. The Business Analyst will assist and support QA testers with development and test plan execution and also would ensure that accurate and complete user documentation exists. He/she will collaborate with hardware and software technicians and users, to ensure the system and the process efficiencies. The BA will create and follow established documentation processes to ensure appropriate tracking procedures and also would support other application developers on an on-going basis. He /she will be performing other duties as required.

This position will be responsible for overseeing the proprietary software data integrity processes, and procedures, and troubleshooting and resolving related data integrity issues. The Business Analyst will analyze the software's exception reports efficiently to ensure that the submissions are processed on a daily basis and issues are resolved in a timely manner to avoid backlogs. He/she will analyze the proprietary software's database for missing data elements and leads an effort with team to ensure data maintenance. The Business Analyst will manage internal projects and tasks as assigned. The BA will establish timelines and would effectively communicate with team members while taking responsibility and accountability of own work load. He /she will identify operational issues with proprietary software's submissions, communicates findings, and participates in problem resolution activities. The BA will participate in participate in downtime testing of the proprietary software program from user perspective and provides clearance to technical team to release and resume the proprietary software after downtime. The Business Analyst will ensure that the operational functions are completed within established timelines. The BA will develop automated test scripts following testing guidelines. The ideal Business Analyst for this position will code and test new systems, upgrades program language and database technology on existing systems.This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
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Experience: The requirements for a candidate to apply for this position would be Bachelor&#146;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Technology or related field with 3 years of related software experience. The candidate's technical expertise must include MS Office and familiarity of relational database queries. A demonstrable skill in Microsoft SQL Server is a must. The ideal candidate must have excellent oral and written communication, presentation, technical, customer service, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently to resolve client issues and collectively to establish a positive working rapport with users and work on multiple assignments in a team environment are essential. Flexibility in activities is imperative.

Technical expertise must include MS Office, VB.NET, ASP.NET, T-SQL, HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, XML, OOP, Unit-Testing. The following are preferred but not required: Adobe Flex 2.0, Action Script 3 and also with background with Windows operating systems, servers, web design and 3-tier architectural concepts.

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MERIDIAN Technology Group is seeking a Java Developer JW6237 with 6 years of web software development experience. Must have 4 years of J2EE Application Development experience. 3 years of JSP development using MVC and SQL modeling and development experience required. 3 years experience with XML configuration, parsing, transformation and unit testing framework (JUnit, Selenium) also required. Experience with Hibernate or Ibatis and Spring framework highly desired. Experience with UNIX shell scripting and Scheduler technology along with WSAD, RAD, Eclipse, ClearCase, CVS and Ant also highly desired.You will perform design and development with a team of Java/J2EE developers building an internet based payment application with both front-end web and back-end batch processing. Work with the technical lead to estimate work and create the application design based upon use cases, system requirements and bank standards for application development. Participate in component design reviews, software development, code reviews, unit test reviews and unit testing. Coach and mentor developers on the best practices with Java, J2EE, SQL and the various open source libraries used to build the application. Participate in 2nd tier production support. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and ability to work in a team environment.MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc. has been providing IT Professional Services to our Clients for 17 years. Our clients are located in Oregon, Washington, Arizona, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Utah, Idaho, Illinois and Texas.We have a successful history of satisfying our clients by providing them with high-caliber consultants including:? -project managers ? -business analysts ? -application developers ? -database administrators ? -application and database architects ? -systems administrators ? -quality assurance and testers ? -desktop and network engineers ? -hardware and software engineers ? -embedded technology engineers ? -semiconductor/ASIC engineers ? -RF engineers ? -Firmware/BIOS engineers MERIDIAN Technology Group offers our consultants a quality of employment benefits unmatched by similar organizations. Our benefit package includes: ? - paid insurance premiums for health, dental, vision and disability. ? -401K program offering a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%. ? -Training Program ? -3 weeks of vacation per year Our strong benefit offerings, training programs and support staff allow Meridian to attract high quality consultants, ultimately benefiting our clients not only with a higher than anticipated level of expertise, but with a higher sense of confidence and stability in the consultant-client relationship. Call, email, or write for more information about us and find out what we have to offer you!MERIDIAN Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer! MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc.4949 SW Meadows Road Suite 440 Lake Oswego, Oregon 97035 800.755.1038 www.meridiangroup.com

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Arc Worldwide offers a world of opportunity for creative, passionate people who want to help us shape the future of marketing. Our teams deliver inspired marketing solutions that meet our clients' business needs.



At Arc, you'll work with creative talent in and across our four disciplines: interactive marketing, direct-database marketing/customer relationship management, promotional marketing and shopper marketing. You'll also gain global marketing insights, as we share these capabilities across 42 offices in 37 countries, working on behalf of some of the world's leading marketers, including Procter & Gamble, McDonald's, Kellogg, Hallmark and Whirlpool, to name a few. We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practices, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Arc is currently looking for a talented Junior Designer with Interactive experience to join our Chicago team. We seek an individual with a strong foundation in graphic design, a proven ability to design user-friendly interactive solutions, and a comprehensive understanding of interactive marketing.



Requirements

BFA or BA in graphic design/visual communications or interactive media

1+ years experience in interactive design?will consider candidates who had internships

Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator

Working knowledge of Flash and html a PLUS

Excellent organizational skills

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ABOUT GRANT THORNTON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Grant Thornton International (GTI) Limited is one of the world's leading organizations of independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firms providing assurance, tax and specialist business advice to privately held businesses and public interest entities. The strength of each local firm is reflected in the quality of the international organization. All GTI Limited member firms share a commitment to providing the same high quality service to their clients wherever they choose to do business. Firms operate in over 110 countries in more than 520 offices worldwide. GTI Limited is not a worldwide partnership.

POSITION SUMMARY
In line with its emphasis on professional excellence, respect, and integrity and in an environment becoming increasingly more regulated, GTI proactively initiated an effort to establish and implement a global standard for monitoring and managing independence risk. Grant Thornton selected and has begun the word-wide implementation of the Global Independence System (GIS) as its automated solution for the tracking and management of potential independence threats arising from the financial interests of Grant Thornton professionals and member firms. The GIS is a proprietary web-based application developed and licensed by an external software provider, which provides an electronic method for self reporting personal financial holdings and automating the identification and clearing of conflicts with Grant Thornton clients. This solution is intended to improve efficiencies and increase reliability of Independence monitoring and reporting globally across the Grant Thornton member firm network.

The GIS Data Analyst is a member of the GTI Independence Team and supports the data management of Grant Thornton’s Global Independence monitoring and tracking solution. The GIS Data Analyst performs research on submitted data, assists in analysis of data updates, documents data anomalies for follow up, and supports the Technical Specialist in data administration activities.

The GIS Data Analyst position offers an opportunity to leverage strong analytical talent, astute research skills, and background in information technology to broaden system and data management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. The team is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has a high degree of professionalism and desires a position with strong potential for future growth.

This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and will report to the Global Independence Team Manager, who is also based in Chicago.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Perform detailed research for submitted financial holdings data.
-Analyze company and security database update activities, documenting trends, potential items for review, and statistics.
-Perform validity tests and research activities for specified data sets.
-Assist in maintaining up to date information for restricted client lists.
-Assist in providing support to user groups with specific data needs.
-Verify consistency between system databases.
-Perform data cleansing activities.
-Draft communications related to database change events and data issues.
-Support other activities and projects lead by the Technology Specialist.
-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Participate in professional development and training opportunities as available.
-Maintain current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes.
-Maintain a good working relationship with internal clients, external vendor contacts and work effectively with all staff levels.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
-Recent graduate or up to one year of experience in data research, supporting financial or risk systems, or in a similar practice or function as an associate or staff level consultant.
-Prior database ( Access, SQL ) experience a plus.
-Understanding of data management techniques a plus.
-Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications ( Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access ).
-Solid analytical skills and documentation abilities.
-Ability to prioritize assignments and respond to requests according to their level of urgency.
-Robust research skills and dexterity in utilizing internet search engines.
-Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of employees as well as external vendors and clients.
-Ability to take initiative, self-directed, and results-oriented.
-Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to assume, prioritize, and execute multiple assignments.
-Inquisitive, thoughtful, and having the ability to think independently, while having the awareness to request help when needed.
-Work well under pressure and adhere to established schedules, workplans, and deadlines.
-Flexible team player who embraces challenges and works proactively.
-Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
-Able to interact and work efficiently with a distributed team structure.
-High level of professionalism and integrity.
-Positive and can-do attitude, high energy.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed.

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Desktop Support Analyst

Our client is looking for an experienced Desktop Support Analyst. In this role, the Desktop candidate will receive, diagnose, and solve problems relating to the firm's systems and technology on the user, group, and server levels. The Desktop Support Analyst will also coordinate implementation of software roll-outs, upgrades, and system backups, conduct end-user training in group and one-on-one settings for software applications, and be the firm's informed source on new technology and industry specific applications as well as be responsible for informing management, the technology committee, and the attorneys on technology issues.

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Experience: The Desktop Support Analyst must have a strong background using WordPerfect, Office, and other productivity applications. In addition, experience with an interwoven document management system, including the generation of workspaces is required. Exchange email system, including adding new users, disabling old users, making email distribution lists, administering current groups, and backing up attorney email archives when needed. This Desktop Support Analyst should have a background in Blackberry mobile email server and devices, as well as phone and voicemail support. The analyst should have experience with user shares, litigation support programs, offsite document stores, Juris accounting systems, and vision docketing system. Citrix framework and the ability to obtain and process data appropriately from clients onsite, via the Internet, and via the mail are a must.

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