Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, is one of the nation's largest publicly traded health benefits companies. Humana offers a diversified portfolio of health insurance products and related services - through traditional and consumer-choice plans - to employer groups, government-sponsored plans, and individuals.

Today, Humana is a leader in consumer engagement. Throughout its diversified customer portfolio, the company provides guidance that can both help lower costs and lead to a better health plan experience.

Role: Medicare Data Analyst
Assignment: Medicare Risk Adjustment
Location: Chicago, IL

Are you a fit?
Are you a detail-oriented analytical thinker? Would you enjoy using your data management and analytical skills to maintain and improve data flow, processes and procedures within the Medicare Operations team?

Assignment Capsule
As a Medicare Data Analyst you will prepare, analyze and store medicare risk adjustment data, transactions and reports. Responsibilities include database creation and management, data retrieval and analysis, data reporting, forms and data storage. You will also serve as the data liaison regarding all data and data management systems between the local and corporate MRA offices.

Assist with managing the flow of information and reporting,
Create and track metrics which tell a story
Focus on process improvement activities by leveraging the use of technology

Key Competencies
Builds Trust: You honor your word by doing what you say you are going to do.
Drives for excellence: You are a continuous learner who encourages others to learn. By constantly upgrading your own work, you achieve results and outperform the competition.
Implementation/Execution: You are good at organizing and managing multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate methodologies and tools.
Problem Solving: You are a problem solver with the ability to encourage others in collaborative problem solving. Acting as both a broker and consultant regarding resources, you engage others in problem solving without taking over.

Role Essentials
Bachelor's Degree
Strong knowledge of MS Access, MS Excel, SQL, SQL Server and Visual Basic
3-5 years experience in database management and data reporting
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Role Desirables
Knowledge and experience in health care environment/managed care preferred
Professional demeanor and appearance, strong work ethic, reliable, resourceful, enthusiastic team player


Reporting Relationships
You will report to the Director, Medicare Risk Adjustment

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Interactive Project Manager

Chicago



Overview

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



We encourage and support equal employment opportunities for all associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Employment decisions are evaluated on the basis of an individual's skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance and other qualifications. In addition, Arc Worldwide maintains policies and procedures designed to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Arc has facilities.



Position Requirements: Project Manager

2-5 or more years experience as an Interactive Project Manager

Responsible for taking a project from concept through completion – on schedule, on budget – and meeting or exceeding the expectations of the client and Arc

Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraints

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timeliness

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc.

Create accurate, timely resource requests according to process; ensure that projects are appropriately staffed

Create and maintain project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

May serve as a "lead" on large clients, working with account teams to nurture client relationships, and monitor opportunities for new business

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Genesis10 currently has several .net openings in Chicago for a large financial client of ours.
You will be responsible for the design, development, coding, testing, debugging and documentation of applications to satisfy the requirements of one or more user areas.
- Will include hands-on new development as well as support, maintenance or enhancement of existing applications.
- Work closely with client management to identify and specify complex business requirements and processes.
- Research and evaluate alternative solutions and makes recommendations.
Experience: Required skills include:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience or specialized training) in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science (CS), Software Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years relevant software development work experience
- 2+ years of experience with object oriented analysis and design practices (object modeling, use cases, activity diagrams, UML)
- 3+ years of experience using C# and .NET framework
Experience in at least two of the following:
- .NET remoting
- Message queuing architecture (MQ, MSMQ)
- Web Service development and XML
- MS SQL Server/Transact SQL
- Stored procedure coding
- MS Report writing
- Data Modeling - relational database design, normalization, tuning
- High-volume eCommerce infrastructures
3+ years of experience using version control system, e.g. Microsoft Visual Source Safe (VSS)
2+ years of experience using a structured software development methodology in a large corporate or consulting environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as a self-starter, and within a team environment.
-Banking and/or financial services industry experience is a plus, but not required.
- Experience using VB, or VB.NET is a plus, but not required.
** No third party candidates will be accepted for these roles, Must be US Citizen or Green Card holder and must be able to pass US Federal Security Clearance **

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We have an immediate need for a Deskside Support Representative in our Oakbrook Terrance, IL location.Provides technical, operations, and training support to users of company's personal computers either by telephone or on-site relative to desktop hardware and software packages. Performs hardware diagnostics and coordinates repairs. Assists in planning and designing PC support systems. Acts as liaison for data transfer systems design and implementation. Installs and tests personal computers, printers, and other peripherals; configures operating system, shrink-wrap programs, and applications software programs. Develops reports and databases. Provides technical support for personal computers.Qualified US Citizens and Permanent Residents are encouraged to "APPLY ONLINE" or send a resume in Word format to with the subject line: Job 2008-2622
Experience: Support IBM PC Desktops(3)Support Networking Interfaces/Protocols(3)Support Communications Software(3)Implement Desktop Operating Systems(3)Support E-Mail Systems/Standards(3)Implement Asset Management Services(3)Use Asset Management Tools(3)Use Customer Specific Tools(3)Support Productivity Applications(3)

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Job Description : Senior Technical Architect

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Regularly presents new engineering topics to the SE department at staff meetings.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Senior Software Engineer (SSE) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SSE's other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The SSE position reports directly to the Director of Engineering.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 5+ years of Java software programming experience

2. Thorough knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

3. Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

4. Thorough familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to Java and J2EE).

5. Experience applying the MVC pattern to web applications using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

6. Been involved in software applications throughout development lifecycle.

7. Familiar with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

8. Proficient with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies.

9. Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, JUnit etc.)

10. Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.

11. Knowledge of Microsoft.NET Framework and the C# language are a plus but not required.



Education and Experience

BS/BA in Computer Science or MIS, or equivalent work experience

Typically requires 5 years experience in full lifecycle application development capacity.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on...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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Software Engineer is responsible for design and development of applications, and for owning their applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation and providing detailed documentation. In addition to development responsibilities, this individual performs basic maintenance tasks on the departments development environment. This includes patching of servers, hardware replacement, monitoring backups, provisioning and de-provisioning of user rights, and acting as liaison to the IT department. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.Intermediate knowledge of server administration on both Windows and UNIX platforms. Should be experience in applying security patches, setting up and monitoring backups, user administration, and basic hardware maintenance.

2.1-3 years of Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications

3.Familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4.Familiarity with relational database design concepts for OLTP systems, with specific experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. Intermediate knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6.Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

8.Intermediate knowledge of web interface programming, including HTML, CSS, and basic graphic optimization and slicing.

9.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

-Implements architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

-Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

-Collaborates in the writing of thorough, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

-Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

-Follows the Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

-Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

-Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

-Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

-Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

-Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

-Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Job Description : Senior Technical Architect

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Regularly presents new engineering topics to the SE department at staff meetings.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Diageo, Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Job Description : Senior Technical Architect.net

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

2. Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

3. Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4. Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6. For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

8. For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

9. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

10. Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

11. Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

12. Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

13. Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

14. Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc Wo

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on...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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Software Engineer is responsible for design and development of applications, and for owning their applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation and providing detailed documentation. In addition to development responsibilities, this individual performs basic maintenance tasks on the departments development environment. This includes patching of servers, hardware replacement, monitoring backups, provisioning and de-provisioning of user rights, and acting as liaison to the IT department. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.Intermediate knowledge of server administration on both Windows and UNIX platforms. Should be experience in applying security patches, setting up and monitoring backups, user administration, and basic hardware maintenance.

2.1-3 years of Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications

3.Familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4.Familiarity with relational database design concepts for OLTP systems, with specific experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. Intermediate knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6.Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

8.Intermediate knowledge of web interface programming, including HTML, CSS, and basic graphic optimization and slicing.

9.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

-Implements architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

-Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

-Collaborates in the writing of thorough, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

-Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

-Follows the Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

-Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

-Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

-Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

-Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

-Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

-Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Purpose

The Software Engineer (SE) is responsible for design and development of transactional and visual web applications, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development and documentation tasks and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation for small projects, enhancements, and maintenance efforts and providing detailed documentation. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager (SEM).



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.2 - 4 years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET.

2.Thorough familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

3.For Java Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

4.For Java Positions Only: Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

5.For Java Positions Only : Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

6.For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

7.Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

8.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

9.Familiarity with Agile Development methodology.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS, SVN & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Works with senior team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

Follows Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1.Core Competency

Able to provide high levels of customer service to internal team members, particularl

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We have an immediate need for a Deskside Support Representative in our Oakbrook Terrance, IL location.Provides technical, operations, and training support to users of company's personal computers either by telephone or on-site relative to desktop hardware and software packages. Performs hardware diagnostics and coordinates repairs. Assists in planning and designing PC support systems. Acts as liaison for data transfer systems design and implementation. Installs and tests personal computers, printers, and other peripherals; configures operating system, shrink-wrap programs, and applications software programs. Develops reports and databases. Provides technical support for personal computers.Qualified US Citizens and Permanent Residents are encouraged to "APPLY ONLINE" or send a resume in Word format to with the subject line: Job 2008-2622
Experience: Support IBM PC Desktops(3)Support Networking Interfaces/Protocols(3)Support Communications Software(3)Implement Desktop Operating Systems(3)Support E-Mail Systems/Standards(3)Implement Asset Management Services(3)Use Asset Management Tools(3)Use Customer Specific Tools(3)Support Productivity Applications(3)

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Senior Software Engineer (SSE) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SSE's other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The SSE position reports directly to the Director of Engineering.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 5+ years of Java software programming experience

2. Thorough knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

3. Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

4. Thorough familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to Java and J2EE).

5. Experience applying the MVC pattern to web applications using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

6. Been involved in software applications throughout development lifecycle.

7. Familiar with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

8. Proficient with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies.

9. Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, JUnit etc.)

10. Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.

11. Knowledge of Microsoft.NET Framework and the C# language are a plus but not required.



Education and Experience

BS/BA in Computer Science or MIS, or equivalent work experience

Typically requires 5 years experience in full lifecycle application development capacity.

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Interactive Project Manager

Chicago



Overview

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



We encourage and support equal employment opportunities for all associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Employment decisions are evaluated on the basis of an individual's skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance and other qualifications. In addition, Arc Worldwide maintains policies and procedures designed to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Arc has facilities.



Position Requirements: Project Manager

2-5 or more years experience as an Interactive Project Manager

Responsible for taking a project from concept through completion – on schedule, on budget – and meeting or exceeding the expectations of the client and Arc

Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraints

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timeliness

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc.

Create accurate, timely resource requests according to process; ensure that projects are appropriately staffed

Create and maintain project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

May serve as a "lead" on large clients, working with account teams to nurture client relationships, and monitor opportunities for new business

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on...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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Software Engineer is responsible for design and development of applications, and for owning their applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation and providing detailed documentation. In addition to development responsibilities, this individual performs basic maintenance tasks on the departments development environment. This includes patching of servers, hardware replacement, monitoring backups, provisioning and de-provisioning of user rights, and acting as liaison to the IT department. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.Intermediate knowledge of server administration on both Windows and UNIX platforms. Should be experience in applying security patches, setting up and monitoring backups, user administration, and basic hardware maintenance.

2.1-3 years of Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications

3.Familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4.Familiarity with relational database design concepts for OLTP systems, with specific experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. Intermediate knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6.Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

8.Intermediate knowledge of web interface programming, including HTML, CSS, and basic graphic optimization and slicing.

9.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

-Implements architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

-Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

-Collaborates in the writing of thorough, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

-Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

-Follows the Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

-Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

-Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

-Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

-Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

-Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

-Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Job Description : Senior Technical Architect

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Regularly presents new engineering topics to the SE department at staff meetings.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

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Genesis10 currently has several .net openings in Chicago for a large financial client of ours.
You will be responsible for the design, development, coding, testing, debugging and documentation of applications to satisfy the requirements of one or more user areas.
- Will include hands-on new development as well as support, maintenance or enhancement of existing applications.
- Work closely with client management to identify and specify complex business requirements and processes.
- Research and evaluate alternative solutions and makes recommendations.
Experience: Required skills include:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience or specialized training) in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science (CS), Software Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years relevant software development work experience
- 2+ years of experience with object oriented analysis and design practices (object modeling, use cases, activity diagrams, UML)
- 3+ years of experience using C# and .NET framework
Experience in at least two of the following:
- .NET remoting
- Message queuing architecture (MQ, MSMQ)
- Web Service development and XML
- MS SQL Server/Transact SQL
- Stored procedure coding
- MS Report writing
- Data Modeling - relational database design, normalization, tuning
- High-volume eCommerce infrastructures
3+ years of experience using version control system, e.g. Microsoft Visual Source Safe (VSS)
2+ years of experience using a structured software development methodology in a large corporate or consulting environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as a self-starter, and within a team environment.
-Banking and/or financial services industry experience is a plus, but not required.
- Experience using VB, or VB.NET is a plus, but not required.
** No third party candidates will be accepted for these roles, Must be US Citizen or Green Card holder and must be able to pass US Federal Security Clearance **

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Job Description : Senior Technical Architect

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Regularly presents new engineering topics to the SE department at staff meetings.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

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Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, is one of the nation's largest publicly traded health benefits companies. Humana offers a diversified portfolio of health insurance products and related services - through traditional and consumer-choice plans - to employer groups, government-sponsored plans, and individuals.

Today, Humana is a leader in consumer engagement. Throughout its diversified customer portfolio, the company provides guidance that can both help lower costs and lead to a better health plan experience.

Role: Medicare Data Analyst
Assignment: Medicare Risk Adjustment
Location: Chicago, IL

Are you a fit?
Are you a detail-oriented analytical thinker? Would you enjoy using your data management and analytical skills to maintain and improve data flow, processes and procedures within the Medicare Operations team?

Assignment Capsule
As a Medicare Data Analyst you will prepare, analyze and store medicare risk adjustment data, transactions and reports. Responsibilities include database creation and management, data retrieval and analysis, data reporting, forms and data storage. You will also serve as the data liaison regarding all data and data management systems between the local and corporate MRA offices.

Assist with managing the flow of information and reporting,
Create and track metrics which tell a story
Focus on process improvement activities by leveraging the use of technology

Key Competencies
Builds Trust: You honor your word by doing what you say you are going to do.
Drives for excellence: You are a continuous learner who encourages others to learn. By constantly upgrading your own work, you achieve results and outperform the competition.
Implementation/Execution: You are good at organizing and managing multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate methodologies and tools.
Problem Solving: You are a problem solver with the ability to encourage others in collaborative problem solving. Acting as both a broker and consultant regarding resources, you engage others in problem solving without taking over.

Role Essentials
Bachelor's Degree
Strong knowledge of MS Access, MS Excel, SQL, SQL Server and Visual Basic
3-5 years experience in database management and data reporting
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Role Desirables
Knowledge and experience in health care environment/managed care preferred
Professional demeanor and appearance, strong work ethic, reliable, resourceful, enthusiastic team player


Reporting Relationships
You will report to the Director, Medicare Risk Adjustment

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on...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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Software Engineer is responsible for design and development of applications, and for owning their applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation and providing detailed documentation. In addition to development responsibilities, this individual performs basic maintenance tasks on the departments development environment. This includes patching of servers, hardware replacement, monitoring backups, provisioning and de-provisioning of user rights, and acting as liaison to the IT department. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.Intermediate knowledge of server administration on both Windows and UNIX platforms. Should be experience in applying security patches, setting up and monitoring backups, user administration, and basic hardware maintenance.

2.1-3 years of Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications

3.Familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4.Familiarity with relational database design concepts for OLTP systems, with specific experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. Intermediate knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6.Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

8.Intermediate knowledge of web interface programming, including HTML, CSS, and basic graphic optimization and slicing.

9.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

-Implements architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

-Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

-Collaborates in the writing of thorough, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

-Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

-Follows the Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

-Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

-Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

-Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

-Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

-Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

-Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Diageo, Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... 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 practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Job Description : Senior Technical Architect.net

Department : U.S. Software Engineering



Purpose

The Senior Technical Architect (STA) is responsible for design and development of complex applications, owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases, auditing of applications developed by other staff members, leading teams of developers, and mentoring more junior developers. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of development activities on large projects, acting as liaison to the project manager (PM), and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The STA's other responsibilities include estimation of large and complex projects, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's application frameworks and toolsets. The STA position reports directly to the Director of Software Engineering.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 7+ years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will skew more strongly toward Microsoft.NET.

2. Achievement of official vendor-approved certification in one or more development subset. Certifications in the areas of Microsoft.NET and Java/J2EE are preferred.

3. Expert-level knowledge of Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

4. Expert-level knowledge of relational database design for both OLTP and OLAP systems, with expertise in SQL Server 2000/2005 or Oracle 9.0i/10g.

5. For Java Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

6. For Java Positions Only: Significant experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

7. For Java Positions Only : Significant experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, JSF, Apache Commons, etc.

8. For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Expert-level knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

9. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

10. Past involvement leading large teams in the development software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

11. Familiarity with Agile development philosophy

12. Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

13. Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

14. Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Formulates graceful architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Leads engineering team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Mentors more junior team members

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.



Execution

Follows and contributes to Arc Wo

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Boutique and highly reputable consulting firm in downtown Chicago is seeking an Associate for their Restructuring group. We are unique to other firms because we deal with the client from start to finish - we essentially will teach our consultants how to run a business! We deal with debtors and creditors! If you want to experience the full gamut of business restructuring - then this is for you! We offer exceptional 100% paid benefits as well as generous compensation and bonus. Please send resumes directly to for immediate consideration.
Experience: BS Accounting
4-10 years maximum experience
combo of public accounting (audit) and some industry experience - accounting, analysis, audit etc...
flexible to travel

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Boutique and highly reputable consulting firm in downtown Chicago is seeking 2 additional consultants to bring on board due to growth.
We differ from other firms in that you will work with all industries and will deal with intricate and complex issues from start to finish! When other firms move on to their next project, we will see an issue through from start to finish!! No travel is required for this! We offer excellent 100% paid benefits as well as generous compensation and bonus. Please send resumes directly to for immediate consideration.
Their Restructuring Group (Corporate Recovery) will teach their consultants how to run a business from start to finish! Like an MBA program! Deal with both creditors & debtors! Keep clients out of bankruptcy!
Their Forensic/Litigation Group will allow consultants to get involved in much more high profile work at a much lower level due to size of group
Experience: BS Accounting
CPA or currently working on CPA certification
3-5 years public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) - audit only and not tax
NO TRAVEL

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Our client, a top Chicago Law Firm, seeks a Peoplesoft Developer/Analyst with Human Capital Manager (HCM) and the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) modules experience. You will be responsible for creating and enhancing online customizations, interfaces into and out of modules, and custom end-use Internet solutions in connection with these modules. This will involve: interfacing directly with end-users and application Administrator in performing day-to-day troubleshooting, gathering requirements, and facilitating administrative reporting needs through the useof views or, potentially, SQRs; supporting custom-built Peoplesoft "portal" Intranet site to link into Client Server application, using both Component Interfaces and ADO to access Peoplesoft information by end-users, as well as ASP, ADO and CI programming.Requires: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent work experience * Solid understanding of the following Peoplesoft technologies: Peopletools v8.0 or above, SQR, Application Engine, Component Interfaces * Solid understanding of HTML, ASP, SQL Server and ADO programming * At least three to five years Peoplesoft technical/programming experience * Specific knowledge of Peoplesoft Human Capital Manager (HCM) and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) modules preferred * MUST have excellent oral and written communication skills and well developed analytical and problem solving skills * Previous Big 4 Consulting experience a plus! We are seeking a self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job. Salary commensurate with experience with full benefits and GREAT PERKS! This is a Full time position in a professional environment that would be perfect for a tired road warrior or for someone seeking career stability.SORRY, NO H1B VISA SPONSORSHIP PROVIDED.Please call or email Resume to Stephanie Perkins, Perkins Search Associates, 888-903-8114,

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Our client, a top Chicago Law Firm, seeks a senior. Web Developer for a Full time opportunity at their downtown Chicago location. You will be responsible for creating/enhancing Web Pages/applications related to the firms Intranet presence. You will interface directly with end-users in performing day-to-day troubleshooting, gathering requirements, aiding in initial design specifications, and coding and testing of final Web Pages/applications.Requires: * At least five years development experience and expert knowledge using ASP.Net, VBScript, ASP, ADO, HTML, XML, and SQL. * Previous experience migrating from ASP to ASP.Net environments. * Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent work experience. * Well developed analytical and problem solving skills and excellent communication skills. This is a great opportunity in a stable work environment with lots of new development! Salary to $85k, commensurate with experience, plus full benefits and great perks.For complete details on this position, please call or email Resume to Stephanie Perkins, Perkins, 888-903-8114,

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Our client, a top Chicago Law Firm, seeks a VB/VBA/VB.NET Developer for a Full time opportunity at their downtown Chicago location. You will be responsible for creating/enhancing Visual Basic and VB.NET applications, as well as creating custom one-off utilities to assist users in performing special ad-hoc functions. Main focus will be on the Partner Accounting System within the Financial Systems Development team. You will interface directly with end-users and application Administrator in performing day-to-day troubleshooting, gathering requirements, and facilitating reporting needs through the use of custom written programs and scripts.Requires: * At least one year development experience using Visual Basic 6.0/VB.Net, ADO, XML, HTML, SQL, Informix, and WSH. * Previous experience migrating from VB 6.0 to VB.NET environments a plus * Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent work experience * Well developed analytical and problem solving skills and excellent communication skills. This is a great opportunity in a stable work environment with lots of new development!Salary commensurate with experience, plus full benefits and great perks!For complete details, please call or email Resume to Stephanie Perkins, Perkins Search Associates, 888-903-8114,

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Our client, an Interactive Media - Web Gaming Design firm, seeks a Director of Technology for their rapidly growing company.This person will be client facing, will manage the technology process, and will work closely with the owner internally. They will manage the technical development group, which includes Flash Developers and Application Engineers, and will be responsible for building a world class technical department. They will "own" the R&D efforts of the office. The right candidate will be someone who is driven and can handle high pressure and manage people. This person must have agency experience and it would be nice if they had access to a book of freelancers. This position is purely managerial, interfacing with the client to deliver/articulate the vision of the group. They will work on pitches and RFP's, and will be like a program manager who manages the process with client level expectations. Must have entrepreneurial energy and enthusiasm.You will be rewarded with a competitive salary of up to $150k, commensurate with experience, great benefits, and a fun work environment.For complete details on this company and this exciting opportunity, please call or email Resume to Stephanie Perkins, Perkins Search Associates, 888-903-8114,

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Our client, an Interactive Media - Web Gaming Design firm, seeks Mid & senior. Level Flash Developers/Designers to join their team to help create award winning online applications, games, Websites, and eMarketing solutions. The ideal candidate must have a strong ability to program with ActionScript, expertise with animation techniques, strong attention to detail,a love of games, and a desire to work as a part of a collaborative,multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for: producing amazingly creative & usable rich-media content that effectively marries beautiful design, exceptional experience & technical precision; planning, architecting, and generation of clean, documented, reusable and scalable code;and exhibiting strong problem solving skills and ingenuity with complex technical projects.Requires: * Expertise with Flash (6, 7, 8) and ActionScript (1, 2), proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After FX, and thorough knowledge of built-in Flash tools, APIs and components * Expertise with Flash based animation and sequencing techniques * Versatile with applying various game development techniques to Flash games * Knowledge of Flash Player limitations, workarounds,performance tuning and file size optimization * Experience with HTML/JS/CSS development * Familiarity with the software engineering methodologies of Object Oriented Programming, Agile Development, System Design, MVC, Test Driven Development, Collective Code Ownership and Design Patterns * Any design, 3D applications, Web development and database integration experience is a definite plus. * Experience with Flex, Air, Director/Lingo and game development a plus * Five or more years experience with multimedia technologies in an interactive agency or game development environment * BS/MS in Computer Science, New Media or equivalent * Strong programming and/or design background is a plus * Portfolio of interactive workIf you know your stuff, this is a great chance to learn from some of the best. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary ($60k-$95k), great benefits, and a fun work environment.For more info and details on these great opportunities, please call or email Resume to Stephanie Perkins, Perkins Search Associates, 888-903-8114,

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Responsibilities:
The Business Analyst is responsible for managing the financial and administrative functions of the assigned Practice Groups in order to assist the Practice Groups in achieving their straight goals and operational objectives. Leadership: Provides financial and administrative guidance and support to the Practice Leaders regarding the management of their Groups. Identifies and plans for the changing needs of the Groups and takes the lead in implementing new procedures to ensure that the Groups are managed smoothly and efficiently. Works with the Practice Leaders and other administrative managers to develop and implement business process improvement programs. Business Planning: Plays a proactive role in working with the Practice Leaders and Marketing staff to develop and implement their annual Business and Marketing Plans. Monitors and reports on the progress of each plan on a regular basis. Budgeting and Financial Management: Directs the preparation of the annual operating budgets of Practice Groups for approval by the Leaders, including staffing levels, billable hours, billing rates, billings, realization, turnover, revenue projections, direct expenses and net income. Coordinates these activities with the Director of Accounting, Chief Financial Officer and the Policy and Planning Committee. Reviews and analyzes the monthly financial reports prepared by the Accounting Department and recommends corrective action as required. Prepares or causes to be prepared any ad hoc financial analysis requested by the Practice Leaders. Client Accounting: Provides support to the Practice Leaders regarding new client and new matter intake, assessment of financial viability of new and returning clients, exception billing rates and analysis of alternative and non-standard billing arrangements. Supports the Group Leaders in performance of routing Group matters, such as AR maintenance and reminders, time entry reminders, attorney evaluation reminders, billing deadlines, etc. Provides other financial and administrative management for the Practice Groups as assigned.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting or equivalent work experience is required; advanced degree in Business or Finance is desirable. Minimum of 5 years of business management and/or financial management experience is required; prior law firm experience strongly desired but not required. Must be fluent with MS Office tools, including Excel, Word and Power Point. Access and SQL skills are preferred. CMS Open and Redwood Analytics experience is desired, but not required. Well developed analytical and problem solving skills, as well as strong documentation skills. Effective communication and presentation skills. Strong diplomacy skills and the ability to achieve results.
Experience: Advanced Financial Analysis, Advanced Year End Closings, Advanced Statistical Analysis, Advanced Month End Close, Advanced Journal Entries, Advanced General Ledger, Advanced Financial Planning, Advanced Budgeting/Forecasting, Intermediate CMS Data, Basic Elite Enterprise, Basic Elite, None, None None.

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Our client is a global proprietary trading organization that is seeking an expert C++ Software Engineer to develop in Linux and Windows environments. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:
Experience: Must have: A strong understanding of STL and Boost libraries; 5+ years of C++ development experience; Experience developing real time or near real time applications.

Preferable: Experience in the financial services industry; Experience with real-time messaging middle-ware or socket programming. Interested candidates can send their resumes to: .

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Our client is a global proprietary trading organization that is seeking Team Leads and Architects with financial services expertise to work on front, middle and back office projects. Responsibilities may include system architecture, project management, team leadership, and requirements management. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:
Experience: Must have: Solid experience developing software for the financial industry; At least 7 years of experience developing software in an object-oriented language; Experience in C# .Net, Java and/or C++

Preferred: Solid understanding of object-oriented design and enterprise architecture; Strong understanding of networking, threading, databases, and/or pub-sub architectures; Experience leading an agile software project. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:

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Our client is a global proprietary trading organization that is seeking an expert .Net Software Engineer to work on front, middle, and back office software. Responsibilities include: development and design of production systems, including supporting test architecture, as well as working with business representatives to improve the quality of the delivered product. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:
Experience: The Senior Software Engineer must have: At least 3 years experience with C# .NET; Strong understanding of agile software development, including Test Driven Design with NUnit

Preferred: Experience with GUI development and/or server development; Understanding of multi-threaded programming in .NET; Experience with message-oriented middleware in .NET. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:

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Manages the creation, implementation and day to day operations of the Company's data feed and 3rd party marketing strategies. Ensure effective development and delivery of data feed programs that support the eCommerce/marketing plans. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing data feeds for shopping engines and inventory sites. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:
Experience: 3+ years experience with 3rd party programs, data feed development and optimization, SQL, XML; Familiarity with SEM and SEO best practices; Experience with A/B and multivariate testing; Highly innovative, with experience in writing, producing and editing new media campaigns. Interested candidates can send their resumes to:

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Support role mapping execution in partnership with Organizational Readiness workstream as well as Atlas /RMA Administrators Participate in role mapping database
development in order to create and maintain a tool for ongoing use throughout the
project Ensure that the on-going updates to the role mapping database meets the
requirements of each release team and the business Become the knowledge owner of
the database, ensuring the captured site and employee information is easily accessible
to other team and applications, e.g. Training LMS, Security, Deployment Participate
in development and execution of Atlas (Access) database and associated reporting
Ensure data accuracy of reports Support Readiness and Training team work related
to Enterprise Profile descriptions and role-mapping guideline creations. Serve as
a point of contact for the business related to Enterprise Profiles, developing a
detailed knowledge of the enterprise profiles and how they support the One Up solution.
Support integration between role-mapping activities and training development/deployment
processes Work with the business/Change Network to ensure role-mapping is executed
in a timely fashion; provide technical and functional support to business resources
as necessary

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At this level, initial assignments are designed to develop competence in applying established programming procedures to routine problems. Performs routine programming assignments that do not require skilled background experience but do require knowledge of established programming procedures and data processing requirements. Works according to clear cut and complete specifications. The data are refined and the format of the final product is very similar to that of the input or is well defined when significantly different, i.e., there are few, if any, problems with interrelating varied records and outputs. Maintains and modifies routine programs. Makes approved changes by amending program flow charts, developing detailed processing logic, and coding changes. Tests and documents modifications and writes operator instructions. May write routine new programs using prescribed specifications; may confer with EDP personnel to clarify procedures, processing logic, etc. In addition, may evaluate simple interrelationships in the immediate programming area, e.g., whether a contemplated change in one part of a simple program would cause unwanted results in a related part; confers with user representatives to gain an understanding of the situation sufficient to formulate the needed change; and implements the change upon approval of the supervisor or higher level staff. The incumbent is provided with charts, narrative descriptions of the functions performed, an approved statement of the product desired (e.g., a change in a local establishment report), and the inputs, outputs, and record formats. Reviews objectives and assignment details with higher level staff to insure thorough understanding; uses judgment in selecting among authorized procedures and seeks assistance when guidelines are inadequate, significant deviations are proposed, or when unanticipated problems arise. Work is usually monitored in progress; all work is reviewed upon completion for accuracy and compliance with standards.
Experience: minimum of 5 years

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