This is a great opportunity to join an organization that promotes creativity and teamwork. The developement team utilizes the Agile methodology, so there is a tremendous amount of interaction regarding project directin and focus. The company offers a relaxded working environment, a comprehensive benefit plan, bonus program and solid vaction plan.
Experience: 1-2 years of Ruby on Rails experience, as well as JSP, JavaScript, and HTML. 4+ years of software development experience with in depth Ruby experience and utilization of design patterns. This position involves a tremendous amount of interaction with fellow develoeprs, as well as end users, so solid communication skills is a must.

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iCrossing is a global digital marketing company that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services -- including paid and natural search marketing, Web development, social media, research and analytics -- to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing clients include over 40 Fortune 500 companies and such recognized brands as The Coca Cola Company, DuPont, Office Depot, Toyota and Travelocity. Headquartered in Scottsdale , Arizona , the company has 550 employees in 13 offices in the U.S. and Europe . Find out more at [link removed] are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient software engineer to work on a sophisticated product that handles millions of transactions, requires close interaction with all major search engines (Google, Yahoo, msn, Ask), and which will require developing knowledge of Search Marketing techniques and search marketing data analysis. Candidates should have experience (or a genuine interest in learning) Agile development practices (Iterative development, Pair programming, daily standing meetings, story cards, story points, etc). As a member of the team you will develop new features for our software in an AGILE (Scrum and XP) environment, using technologies such as Linux/Tomcat/MySQL/Spring/Hibernate. Knowledge of data warehousing / star schemas / ETL (extract, transform, load), and shell scripting a plus. Major Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities: · Develop and test web-based applications according to technical specifications and designs. · Follow and encourage development best practices. · Develop knowledge of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) principles and techniques. · BS in Computer Science or equivalent level of experience · Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), familiarity with Agile development concepts · 2+ yrs of development experience, primarily with Java, JEE. Experience should include Java Servlets, JSP, JDBC, MVC frameworks. · Experience with SQL, MySQL a plus. · 1+ yrs experience with HTML, JavaScript, CSS · Familiarity with source control using Subversion · Familiarity with IDE tools such as Eclipse and IntelliJ · Exposure to Hibernate, Webwork, Struts 2.0, AOP, AJAX, Ant and Maven, and Agile development methodology a plus. · Shell scripting, Perl Development and Linux Admin a plus. · Must possess effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment. · Good organizational and time-management skills. Click the following link to apply online: https:// [link removed] ?jid=66345

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Manage Production Synchronization Defect Database to insure proper synchronizationbetween the two SAP landscapes Work closely with SIR Management team Report on Production Synchronization status and metrics Work directly with Fix Leads on Production Synchronization status/issues Coordinate Support Pack checkout activities with Cutover, Process and Technology
teams Understand and educate teams on the Batch Scheduling process and scope for
use of Control-M scheduling tool. Refine the release strategy for coordination
activities with Global Scheduling team (GST) and Global Operations Team (GOST)
Create and Maintain Release Jobs in Control-M and submit Transition Service Requests
(TSRs) on behalf of the Release Build and leverage relationships with Release
technology, process, test, legacy and deployment teams to address scheduling requirements
Work with test, technology and legacy teams during Release ramp-up to gather environment
mapping requirements Report status and metrics for Environment Management and
Automation Document process and procedures and insure current documentation is
up-to-date across Environment Management and Automation Special projects and tasks
as requested by Environment Manager and/or Enterprise Delivery Director p

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Robert Half Technology is searching for an excellent Sharepoint Administrator! Our client is a non-for-profit organization asking for top candidates with several years of experience. They must be team oriented, good communication and able to work in a relaxed environment. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.
<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Candidate must have 3 + years experience with the following: Sharepoint, SQL (2005), security and active directory.

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Job Overview:
We are looking for candidates having good experience with Cognos Senior Designer
for Mettawa
, IL
.



Position:
Cognos Senior Designer


Location:
Mettawa, IL

Start Date:
ASAP
Position Type:
Contract

Duration:
3 Months



Job Description:
We are looking for candidates having o
ver 6 years of BI and reporting and Dashboarding
experience
s Business Intelligence Reporting
projects using Cognos 8 BI Suite
specifically with Cognos 8.2
and 8.3.



Job
Responsibilities


Implement and install various Cognos 8 products

Look into server issues (log files), if required
High level designing of the reports and implementation
Work with Administration tasks in Cognos connection
Manage Cognos Groups and Roles to implement security
Create datasource connections from FM or Cognos Connection
Package deployment across various server
Plan and Integrate cognos tools with other web applications through SDK


Job Requirement:
The candidate must have experience in the following areas:


Should have worked extensively with Cognos 8 version BI suite

Should have good knowledge if Cognos 8 version BI suite Architecture
Should have worked on cognos tools installation and Up-gradation
Good Administration knowledge and skills using Cognos Access Manager
Have good analytical and development skills with advanced formatting techniques
Should have worked extensively with Report Studio, Query Studio, Analysis studio etc.
Should be able to implement features like Drill Through reporting, Scheduling and Report Bursting
Should have good SDK coding skills
Should be able to migrate report and packages across cognos servers
Knowledge of FM functionalities (like importing tables, create joins, filters, security, datasource connection, publishing etc
Worked with implementing various dashboard features
Knowledge of working with Cognos 8 maps would be preferable
Worked with Cognos Power Play Transformer, cubes building and scheduling and other Series 7 tools
Should have good implementation and debugging skills with DB2 datasources

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Robert Half Technology is searching for some excellent desktop talent! Our clients are consistently asking for desktop candidates with several years of experience. They must be customer-service oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving problems while maximizing efficient use of computing resources. Maintaining an inventory of installed software, managing software licensing and creating policies and procedures for upgrades. Analyzing and making recommendations for hardware and software standardization. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology. <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 2-3 years experience in a Microsoft environment.

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Ajilon Consulting seeks a SQL DBA for our client in downtown Chicago. This is a PERMANENT position with the client - Greencard holders and US Citizens will be considered for this role.

The SQL DB Administrator is responsible for the two main SQL databases - iMIS and Solomon. This position is responsible for the e-commerce initiatives as well as managing the data security, integrity and ensuring a high percentage uptime. IMiS experience is preferred and a background with associations is helpful, but not required. Must be a team player, willing and able to work well with others and teach to non-SQL DBAs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

MS SQL SERVER (25%)
. Maintain and support two MS SQL Server 2000 boxes (iMIS and Solomon)

. Review and apply system patches as needed

. Develop system response measurements and improvements

. Develop and maintain nightly maintenance scripts

. Ensure high availability, security, and integrity of databases

iMIS (40%)

. Develop and maintain iMIS reports using Crystal Reports

. Maintain and modify iMIS DB import/export procedures with external data sources

. Become the lead internal expert on iMIS

. Stay up to date on new modules and products for iMIS

. Maintain, modify and test disaster recover procedures for iMIS

. Responsible for the data integrity of the production and the test databases

. Support end user iMIS clients

. Develop and implement client customizations as needed

. Responsible for subscription EOY maintenance procedures

. Work closely with our iMIS partner on projects and upgrades

. Work with manager to identify and schedule iMIS training for staff

. Interact with iMIS Administrator to ensure policies and procedures are followed

SOLOMON (20%)

. Become the lead internal expert on Solomon

. Maintain, modify and test Disaster Recovery Procedure for Solomon

. Support Solomon client, FRx, Report Designer and other end-user modules

E-SERIES WEBSITE (MEMBER CENTER) (5%)

. Responsible for the Member Center home page

. Responsible for the support of the iMIS E-Series modules

OTHER (10%)

. Assist with end user PC Desktop and Laptop hardware and software support

. Manage the off-site Tape Storage process

. Domain, Server, and PC break and fix backup

. Maintain professional working relationships inside and outside the company.

Experience: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

. Minimum 3 years experience with MS SQL

. Minimum 5 years experience with Windows NT+ Operating Systems

. Microsoft Certification (MCDBA preferred) strongly desired

. Previous experience with iMIS a big plus



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

. Ability to handle multiple projects

. Ability to work well with internal staff and external vendors

. Detail oriented

. Willingness to learn and find new solutions


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For this contract-to-hire position, you will use your experience with SharePoint to participate in the design, development, customization, and integration efforts of enterprise solutions for the world's largest brand imaging solutions provider.
Experience: 3+ years related work experience
Experience with SharePoint development
Experience with configuration and implementation on enterprise initiatives
Experience with SharePoint Templates and SharePoint Security
Development experience with XML, SQL Server, and Visual Studio .Net
Knowledge of Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Knowledge of Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence
Knowledge of SharePoint (architectural design, web development, server installation, management, and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations)
Understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, and/or SharePoint Designer 2007
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Bachelors degree in a related field


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e-commerce solutions company, headquartered in Chicago. We&#146;re looking for people who can make a difference because we believe that a highly innovative, passionate, and ambitious team, can accomplish the unimaginable&#133;and have fun along the way. Our values include teamwork, integrity, and a focus on the customer.

As Web/Interface Designer, you will be responsible for designing highly usable, best-in-class web interfaces and user experience architecture, leveraging knowledge of usability best practices and the competitive landscape. You will be focused on continually improving our various web sites and experience to meet the needs of our growing customer base and drive high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:
&#149; Designs website interfaces for our client/partners that reflect their brands, and for our B2C environments (front end)
&#149; Rapidly model wire frame prototypes, translating business objectives and feature requirements into highly usable web page designs
&#149; Create innovative web pages, &#147;landing pages&#148;, html emails, other online promotions
&#149; Effectively collaborate with business, marketing, technical, and operational teams to develop requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive projects to completion
&#149; Evaluate and implement lessons learned from usability testing into website enhancements
&#149; Utilize website analytics to drive design approach
&#149; Champion design and usability as a core component of our brand presence and customer experience
&#149; Assessment of current sites, market UI trends, and best practices

<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Key Skills and Experience:
&#149; Passionate about great products and user experience
&#149; Expert level background in consumer-centric web usability and graphic design
&#149; Expert in HTML and CSS technologies, ASP, JavaScript and Flash experience a plus
&#149; Experience in e-commerce
&#149; Ability to &#147;talk tech&#148; and interface with backend developers
&#149; Strong graphics application knowledge including: Photoshop and Illustrator
&#149; Extremely detail oriented
&#149; Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
&#149; Ability to back up your opinions with data and clear supporting exhibits
&#149; Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment a must
&#149; A minimum of 4 years professional experience designing and developing interactive media or graphical user interfaces
&#149; Fun, energetic, flexible personality
&#149;Degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or related fields

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

SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative.

Job Title: Associate, IT: Desktop Support

Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide full, end-to-end user support and ensure system performance. In doing so, the Associate will draw upon a broad knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and application technologies to ensure steady state network operations.

In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, occasional travel may be required.

The Associate, Information Technology works under the supervision of a Manager, IT
Key Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:

General Responsibility Specifics
I. IT Responsibility Identifies, diagnoses and solves information technology problems and escalates when necessary
Identifies needs for technical support, determines level of support warranted and provides support to end users, including LAN connectivity, hardware, software, network, printing and telephony issues
Determines need for coordination of efforts with other team members to ensure timely quality of technical service to Sapient’s clients and users
Uses independent judgment and discretion to prioritize competing service requests and sets levels of expectation with Sapient people regarding IT issue resolution
Identifies needs for instruction and training and provides instruction and training on hardware and software to Sapient people within area of expertise
Ensures that problems are handled in a timely manner so as to eliminate down time and maximize company productivity
II. Partnering Coordinates with other persons within IT as well as other areas of Sapient to ensure effective and efficient operations and to resolve issues that may occur
Provides recommendations to management for the development of processes, policies and procedures
III. Communication Responds to inquiries from employees, Sapient managers, clients, vendors and other outside parties
Corresponds both orally and in writing with internal and external parties
III. Company Contribution Assists with special projects, as required


Job Requirements:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field is preferred

Experience Guidelines:
1-3 years experience in Windows, Exchange, Sand some Macintosh administration, enterprise backup technologies, telephony systems, or remote access technologies
Ability to solve complex problems.
Ability to work outside of standard business hours when necessary
Ability to communicate technical detail into every day terminology
Ability to work effectively with project teams and clients
Ability to solve and troubleshoot problems remotely

About Sapient

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.

Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .


*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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My client, that is a great agency in the city, is looking for a High-level Flash/Actionscript developer who can start immediately. My client is working in a e-large development project using Actionscript 2 or 3.The Flash developer should have experience with Actionscript 2 or 3 to help build online courses. The developer will program eLearning simulations, presentations, exercises and will also build both templates and final course screens. This is an ongoing opportunity by Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The developer must be experienced with Flash/Actionscript 2 or 3 using either the timeline or more object-oriented methods, including developing classes, sub-classes and components. The ideal candidate should closely follow specifications and also contributes new ideas and approaches. Experience working with Graphic design, media creation, Flash/ Flex together and prior elearning development is a plus.

The developer must be dependable, thorough, accurate, a good communicator, able to work well with all team members and have great attention to detail and high quality standards.

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This is a great opportunity to join an organization that promotes creativity and teamwork. The developement team utilizes the Agile methodology, so there is a tremendous amount of interaction regarding project directin and focus. The company offers a relaxded working environment, a comprehensive benefit plan, bonus program and solid vaction plan.
Experience: 1-2 years of Ruby on Rails experience, as well as JSP, JavaScript, and HTML. 4+ years of software development experience with in depth Ruby experience and utilization of design patterns. This position involves a tremendous amount of interaction with fellow develoeprs, as well as end users, so solid communication skills is a must.

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

Job Overview:
We are looking for candidates having good experience with Cognos Senior Designer
for Mettawa
, IL
.



Position:
Cognos Senior Designer


Location:
Mettawa, IL

Start Date:
ASAP
Position Type:
Contract

Duration:
3 Months



Job Description:
We are looking for candidates having o
ver 6 years of BI and reporting and Dashboarding
experience
s Business Intelligence Reporting
projects using Cognos 8 BI Suite
specifically with Cognos 8.2
and 8.3.



Job
Responsibilities


Implement and install various Cognos 8 products

Look into server issues (log files), if required
High level designing of the reports and implementation
Work with Administration tasks in Cognos connection
Manage Cognos Groups and Roles to implement security
Create datasource connections from FM or Cognos Connection
Package deployment across various server
Plan and Integrate cognos tools with other web applications through SDK


Job Requirement:
The candidate must have experience in the following areas:


Should have worked extensively with Cognos 8 version BI suite

Should have good knowledge if Cognos 8 version BI suite Architecture
Should have worked on cognos tools installation and Up-gradation
Good Administration knowledge and skills using Cognos Access Manager
Have good analytical and development skills with advanced formatting techniques
Should have worked extensively with Report Studio, Query Studio, Analysis studio etc.
Should be able to implement features like Drill Through reporting, Scheduling and Report Bursting
Should have good SDK coding skills
Should be able to migrate report and packages across cognos servers
Knowledge of FM functionalities (like importing tables, create joins, filters, security, datasource connection, publishing etc
Worked with implementing various dashboard features
Knowledge of working with Cognos 8 maps would be preferable
Worked with Cognos Power Play Transformer, cubes building and scheduling and other Series 7 tools
Should have good implementation and debugging skills with DB2 datasources

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

SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative.

Job Title: Associate, IT: Desktop Support

Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide full, end-to-end user support and ensure system performance. In doing so, the Associate will draw upon a broad knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and application technologies to ensure steady state network operations.

In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, occasional travel may be required.

The Associate, Information Technology works under the supervision of a Manager, IT
Key Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:

General Responsibility Specifics
I. IT Responsibility Identifies, diagnoses and solves information technology problems and escalates when necessary
Identifies needs for technical support, determines level of support warranted and provides support to end users, including LAN connectivity, hardware, software, network, printing and telephony issues
Determines need for coordination of efforts with other team members to ensure timely quality of technical service to Sapient’s clients and users
Uses independent judgment and discretion to prioritize competing service requests and sets levels of expectation with Sapient people regarding IT issue resolution
Identifies needs for instruction and training and provides instruction and training on hardware and software to Sapient people within area of expertise
Ensures that problems are handled in a timely manner so as to eliminate down time and maximize company productivity
II. Partnering Coordinates with other persons within IT as well as other areas of Sapient to ensure effective and efficient operations and to resolve issues that may occur
Provides recommendations to management for the development of processes, policies and procedures
III. Communication Responds to inquiries from employees, Sapient managers, clients, vendors and other outside parties
Corresponds both orally and in writing with internal and external parties
III. Company Contribution Assists with special projects, as required


Job Requirements:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field is preferred

Experience Guidelines:
1-3 years experience in Windows, Exchange, Sand some Macintosh administration, enterprise backup technologies, telephony systems, or remote access technologies
Ability to solve complex problems.
Ability to work outside of standard business hours when necessary
Ability to communicate technical detail into every day terminology
Ability to work effectively with project teams and clients
Ability to solve and troubleshoot problems remotely

About Sapient

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.

Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .


*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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

Ajilon Consulting seeks a SQL DBA for our client in downtown Chicago. This is a PERMANENT position with the client - Greencard holders and US Citizens will be considered for this role.

The SQL DB Administrator is responsible for the two main SQL databases - iMIS and Solomon. This position is responsible for the e-commerce initiatives as well as managing the data security, integrity and ensuring a high percentage uptime. IMiS experience is preferred and a background with associations is helpful, but not required. Must be a team player, willing and able to work well with others and teach to non-SQL DBAs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

MS SQL SERVER (25%)
. Maintain and support two MS SQL Server 2000 boxes (iMIS and Solomon)

. Review and apply system patches as needed

. Develop system response measurements and improvements

. Develop and maintain nightly maintenance scripts

. Ensure high availability, security, and integrity of databases

iMIS (40%)

. Develop and maintain iMIS reports using Crystal Reports

. Maintain and modify iMIS DB import/export procedures with external data sources

. Become the lead internal expert on iMIS

. Stay up to date on new modules and products for iMIS

. Maintain, modify and test disaster recover procedures for iMIS

. Responsible for the data integrity of the production and the test databases

. Support end user iMIS clients

. Develop and implement client customizations as needed

. Responsible for subscription EOY maintenance procedures

. Work closely with our iMIS partner on projects and upgrades

. Work with manager to identify and schedule iMIS training for staff

. Interact with iMIS Administrator to ensure policies and procedures are followed

SOLOMON (20%)

. Become the lead internal expert on Solomon

. Maintain, modify and test Disaster Recovery Procedure for Solomon

. Support Solomon client, FRx, Report Designer and other end-user modules

E-SERIES WEBSITE (MEMBER CENTER) (5%)

. Responsible for the Member Center home page

. Responsible for the support of the iMIS E-Series modules

OTHER (10%)

. Assist with end user PC Desktop and Laptop hardware and software support

. Manage the off-site Tape Storage process

. Domain, Server, and PC break and fix backup

. Maintain professional working relationships inside and outside the company.

Experience: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

. Minimum 3 years experience with MS SQL

. Minimum 5 years experience with Windows NT+ Operating Systems

. Microsoft Certification (MCDBA preferred) strongly desired

. Previous experience with iMIS a big plus



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

. Ability to handle multiple projects

. Ability to work well with internal staff and external vendors

. Detail oriented

. Willingness to learn and find new solutions


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

This is a great opportunity to interview with one of Chicago's growing premier financial trading firms. We are looking for a hand-on technician experienced in supporting Unix/Linux (Red Hat) environments, proficient in Perl, Shell, Korn Scripting, and trading based software. You will also be exposed to storage systems, scripting, and the opportunity to work in a fast-pace, team oriented environment. Other duties include; network support and network connectivity issues. This company offers an excellent benefit package, bonus, tuition reimbursement, as well as a great working environment.
Experience: Minimum 4 years UNIX admistration experience.

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

e-commerce solutions company, headquartered in Chicago. We&#146;re looking for people who can make a difference because we believe that a highly innovative, passionate, and ambitious team, can accomplish the unimaginable&#133;and have fun along the way. Our values include teamwork, integrity, and a focus on the customer.

As Web/Interface Designer, you will be responsible for designing highly usable, best-in-class web interfaces and user experience architecture, leveraging knowledge of usability best practices and the competitive landscape. You will be focused on continually improving our various web sites and experience to meet the needs of our growing customer base and drive high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:
&#149; Designs website interfaces for our client/partners that reflect their brands, and for our B2C environments (front end)
&#149; Rapidly model wire frame prototypes, translating business objectives and feature requirements into highly usable web page designs
&#149; Create innovative web pages, &#147;landing pages&#148;, html emails, other online promotions
&#149; Effectively collaborate with business, marketing, technical, and operational teams to develop requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive projects to completion
&#149; Evaluate and implement lessons learned from usability testing into website enhancements
&#149; Utilize website analytics to drive design approach
&#149; Champion design and usability as a core component of our brand presence and customer experience
&#149; Assessment of current sites, market UI trends, and best practices

<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Key Skills and Experience:
&#149; Passionate about great products and user experience
&#149; Expert level background in consumer-centric web usability and graphic design
&#149; Expert in HTML and CSS technologies, ASP, JavaScript and Flash experience a plus
&#149; Experience in e-commerce
&#149; Ability to &#147;talk tech&#148; and interface with backend developers
&#149; Strong graphics application knowledge including: Photoshop and Illustrator
&#149; Extremely detail oriented
&#149; Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
&#149; Ability to back up your opinions with data and clear supporting exhibits
&#149; Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment a must
&#149; A minimum of 4 years professional experience designing and developing interactive media or graphical user interfaces
&#149; Fun, energetic, flexible personality
&#149;Degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or related fields

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

Looking for a recent grad interested in working with an organization which prides itself on staying ahead of the competition with their technology. In this role, you will be looked to troubleshoot all desktop, network, and connectivity issues that may arise. You will be given the opportunity to be exposed to many trading industry related technologes, conduct server builds, and work with financial exchanges from around the world.

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

Robert Half Technology is searching for some excellent desktop talent! Our clients are consistently asking for desktop candidates with several years of experience. They must be customer-service oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving problems while maximizing efficient use of computing resources. Maintaining an inventory of installed software, managing software licensing and creating policies and procedures for upgrades. Analyzing and making recommendations for hardware and software standardization. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology. <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 2-3 years experience in a Microsoft environment.

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

Robert Half Technology is searching for an excellent Sharepoint Administrator! Our client is a non-for-profit organization asking for top candidates with several years of experience. They must be team oriented, good communication and able to work in a relaxed environment. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.
<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Candidate must have 3 + years experience with the following: Sharepoint, SQL (2005), security and active directory.

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

iCrossing is a global digital marketing company that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services -- including paid and natural search marketing, Web development, social media, research and analytics -- to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing clients include over 40 Fortune 500 companies and such recognized brands as The Coca Cola Company, DuPont, Office Depot, Toyota and Travelocity. Headquartered in Scottsdale , Arizona , the company has 550 employees in 13 offices in the U.S. and Europe . Find out more at [link removed] are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient software engineer to work on a sophisticated product that handles millions of transactions, requires close interaction with all major search engines (Google, Yahoo, msn, Ask), and which will require developing knowledge of Search Marketing techniques and search marketing data analysis. Candidates should have experience (or a genuine interest in learning) Agile development practices (Iterative development, Pair programming, daily standing meetings, story cards, story points, etc). As a member of the team you will develop new features for our software in an AGILE (Scrum and XP) environment, using technologies such as Linux/Tomcat/MySQL/Spring/Hibernate. Knowledge of data warehousing / star schemas / ETL (extract, transform, load), and shell scripting a plus. Major Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities: · Develop and test web-based applications according to technical specifications and designs. · Follow and encourage development best practices. · Develop knowledge of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) principles and techniques. · BS in Computer Science or equivalent level of experience · Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), familiarity with Agile development concepts · 2+ yrs of development experience, primarily with Java, JEE. Experience should include Java Servlets, JSP, JDBC, MVC frameworks. · Experience with SQL, MySQL a plus. · 1+ yrs experience with HTML, JavaScript, CSS · Familiarity with source control using Subversion · Familiarity with IDE tools such as Eclipse and IntelliJ · Exposure to Hibernate, Webwork, Struts 2.0, AOP, AJAX, Ant and Maven, and Agile development methodology a plus. · Shell scripting, Perl Development and Linux Admin a plus. · Must possess effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment. · Good organizational and time-management skills. Click the following link to apply online: https:// [link removed] ?jid=66345

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Looking for nubmerous C++/WINDOWS Developers with a wide range of experience. We are currently working with four different financial based compaines who have a need for this type of developer. Experience with FIX is always a bonus for these positions. Most of the compaines we work for are in the financial industry, so the positions will require some experience with multithreaded coding, even if it is minimal. You may be in position to evaluate four different positions and which is best for you.

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Not for Profit client is looking for an EXPERIENCED WEB DATA ANALYST to join their online team. This is a great organization that is growing in a terrific downtown location that is easily accessible by public transportation. A fantastic opportunity for the right candidate! This position is responsible for creating and analyzing metrics detailing Web site usage and visitor behavior, and highlighting trends to help the web strategy team understand and enhance Web site experience. This candidate must be a numbers person that can measure the online experience. Someone who understands research, which content, partners or channels drive conversion. The ideal candidate is able to take direction and work within a collaborative team. Experience working with WebTrends 8.0 (software) is ideal.

Essential job Functions are...
Run monthly Web Trends reports for multiple web sites and Web programs.
Provide customer insights from Web data and recommend ways to improve Website conversion, visitor experience and other key performance indicators.
Define and develop new web trends reports as needed.
Act as the internal point of contact for the association employees with questions and issues pertaining to analytics data.
Must be able to interact with IT department and outside vendors.
Comfortable putting together reports that combine various online and offline metrics.
Experience: BS/BA in communications, math or related field.
2+ years experience working with WebTrends software.
Experience with Google Analytics.
Strong written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to create diagrammed and graphed information highlighting key data using Microsoft Excel.
Logical and analytical thinker.
Must be highly organized.
Knowledge of analytics from content management systems such as Convio, Kintera or RedDot a plus.
Database experience a plus.

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For this contract-to-hire position, you will use your experience with SharePoint to participate in the design, development, customization, and integration efforts of enterprise solutions for the world's largest brand imaging solutions provider.
Experience: 3+ years related work experience
Experience with SharePoint development
Experience with configuration and implementation on enterprise initiatives
Experience with SharePoint Templates and SharePoint Security
Development experience with XML, SQL Server, and Visual Studio .Net
Knowledge of Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Knowledge of Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence
Knowledge of SharePoint (architectural design, web development, server installation, management, and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations)
Understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, and/or SharePoint Designer 2007
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Bachelors degree in a related field


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Looking for nubmerous C++/WINDOWS Developers with a wide range of experience. We are currently working with four different financial based compaines who have a need for this type of developer. Experience with FIX is always a bonus for these positions. Most of the compaines we work for are in the financial industry, so the positions will require some experience with multithreaded coding, even if it is minimal. You may be in position to evaluate four different positions and which is best for you.

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

Not for Profit client is looking for an EXPERIENCED WEB DATA ANALYST to join their online team. This is a great organization that is growing in a terrific downtown location that is easily accessible by public transportation. A fantastic opportunity for the right candidate! This position is responsible for creating and analyzing metrics detailing Web site usage and visitor behavior, and highlighting trends to help the web strategy team understand and enhance Web site experience. This candidate must be a numbers person that can measure the online experience. Someone who understands research, which content, partners or channels drive conversion. The ideal candidate is able to take direction and work within a collaborative team. Experience working with WebTrends 8.0 (software) is ideal.

Essential job Functions are...
Run monthly Web Trends reports for multiple web sites and Web programs.
Provide customer insights from Web data and recommend ways to improve Website conversion, visitor experience and other key performance indicators.
Define and develop new web trends reports as needed.
Act as the internal point of contact for the association employees with questions and issues pertaining to analytics data.
Must be able to interact with IT department and outside vendors.
Comfortable putting together reports that combine various online and offline metrics.
Experience: BS/BA in communications, math or related field.
2+ years experience working with WebTrends software.
Experience with Google Analytics.
Strong written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to create diagrammed and graphed information highlighting key data using Microsoft Excel.
Logical and analytical thinker.
Must be highly organized.
Knowledge of analytics from content management systems such as Convio, Kintera or RedDot a plus.
Database experience a plus.

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

This is a great opportunity to interview with one of Chicago's growing premier financial trading firms. We are looking for a hand-on technician experienced in supporting Unix/Linux (Red Hat) environments, proficient in Perl, Shell, Korn Scripting, and trading based software. You will also be exposed to storage systems, scripting, and the opportunity to work in a fast-pace, team oriented environment. Other duties include; network support and network connectivity issues. This company offers an excellent benefit package, bonus, tuition reimbursement, as well as a great working environment.
Experience: Minimum 4 years UNIX admistration experience.

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SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative.

Job Title: Associate, IT: Desktop Support

Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide full, end-to-end user support and ensure system performance. In doing so, the Associate will draw upon a broad knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and application technologies to ensure steady state network operations.

In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, occasional travel may be required.

The Associate, Information Technology works under the supervision of a Manager, IT
Key Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:

General Responsibility Specifics
I. IT Responsibility Identifies, diagnoses and solves information technology problems and escalates when necessary
Identifies needs for technical support, determines level of support warranted and provides support to end users, including LAN connectivity, hardware, software, network, printing and telephony issues
Determines need for coordination of efforts with other team members to ensure timely quality of technical service to Sapient’s clients and users
Uses independent judgment and discretion to prioritize competing service requests and sets levels of expectation with Sapient people regarding IT issue resolution
Identifies needs for instruction and training and provides instruction and training on hardware and software to Sapient people within area of expertise
Ensures that problems are handled in a timely manner so as to eliminate down time and maximize company productivity
II. Partnering Coordinates with other persons within IT as well as other areas of Sapient to ensure effective and efficient operations and to resolve issues that may occur
Provides recommendations to management for the development of processes, policies and procedures
III. Communication Responds to inquiries from employees, Sapient managers, clients, vendors and other outside parties
Corresponds both orally and in writing with internal and external parties
III. Company Contribution Assists with special projects, as required


Job Requirements:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field is preferred

Experience Guidelines:
1-3 years experience in Windows, Exchange, Sand some Macintosh administration, enterprise backup technologies, telephony systems, or remote access technologies
Ability to solve complex problems.
Ability to work outside of standard business hours when necessary
Ability to communicate technical detail into every day terminology
Ability to work effectively with project teams and clients
Ability to solve and troubleshoot problems remotely

About Sapient

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.

Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .


*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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iCrossing is a global digital marketing company that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services -- including paid and natural search marketing, Web development, social media, research and analytics -- to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing clients include over 40 Fortune 500 companies and such recognized brands as The Coca Cola Company, DuPont, Office Depot, Toyota and Travelocity. Headquartered in Scottsdale , Arizona , the company has 550 employees in 13 offices in the U.S. and Europe . Find out more at [link removed] are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient software engineer to work on a sophisticated product that handles millions of transactions, requires close interaction with all major search engines (Google, Yahoo, msn, Ask), and which will require developing knowledge of Search Marketing techniques and search marketing data analysis. Candidates should have experience (or a genuine interest in learning) Agile development practices (Iterative development, Pair programming, daily standing meetings, story cards, story points, etc). As a member of the team you will develop new features for our software in an AGILE (Scrum and XP) environment, using technologies such as Linux/Tomcat/MySQL/Spring/Hibernate. Knowledge of data warehousing / star schemas / ETL (extract, transform, load), and shell scripting a plus. Major Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities: · Develop and test web-based applications according to technical specifications and designs. · Follow and encourage development best practices. · Develop knowledge of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) principles and techniques. · BS in Computer Science or equivalent level of experience · Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), familiarity with Agile development concepts · 2+ yrs of development experience, primarily with Java, JEE. Experience should include Java Servlets, JSP, JDBC, MVC frameworks. · Experience with SQL, MySQL a plus. · 1+ yrs experience with HTML, JavaScript, CSS · Familiarity with source control using Subversion · Familiarity with IDE tools such as Eclipse and IntelliJ · Exposure to Hibernate, Webwork, Struts 2.0, AOP, AJAX, Ant and Maven, and Agile development methodology a plus. · Shell scripting, Perl Development and Linux Admin a plus. · Must possess effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment. · Good organizational and time-management skills. Click the following link to apply online: https:// [link removed] ?jid=66345

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This is a great opportunity to join an organization that promotes creativity and teamwork. The developement team utilizes the Agile methodology, so there is a tremendous amount of interaction regarding project directin and focus. The company offers a relaxded working environment, a comprehensive benefit plan, bonus program and solid vaction plan.
Experience: 1-2 years of Ruby on Rails experience, as well as JSP, JavaScript, and HTML. 4+ years of software development experience with in depth Ruby experience and utilization of design patterns. This position involves a tremendous amount of interaction with fellow develoeprs, as well as end users, so solid communication skills is a must.

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Robert Half Technology is searching for some excellent desktop talent! Our clients are consistently asking for desktop candidates with several years of experience. They must be customer-service oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving problems while maximizing efficient use of computing resources. Maintaining an inventory of installed software, managing software licensing and creating policies and procedures for upgrades. Analyzing and making recommendations for hardware and software standardization. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology. <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 2-3 years experience in a Microsoft environment.

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Ajilon Consulting seeks a SQL DBA for our client in downtown Chicago. This is a PERMANENT position with the client - Greencard holders and US Citizens will be considered for this role.

The SQL DB Administrator is responsible for the two main SQL databases - iMIS and Solomon. This position is responsible for the e-commerce initiatives as well as managing the data security, integrity and ensuring a high percentage uptime. IMiS experience is preferred and a background with associations is helpful, but not required. Must be a team player, willing and able to work well with others and teach to non-SQL DBAs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

MS SQL SERVER (25%)
. Maintain and support two MS SQL Server 2000 boxes (iMIS and Solomon)

. Review and apply system patches as needed

. Develop system response measurements and improvements

. Develop and maintain nightly maintenance scripts

. Ensure high availability, security, and integrity of databases

iMIS (40%)

. Develop and maintain iMIS reports using Crystal Reports

. Maintain and modify iMIS DB import/export procedures with external data sources

. Become the lead internal expert on iMIS

. Stay up to date on new modules and products for iMIS

. Maintain, modify and test disaster recover procedures for iMIS

. Responsible for the data integrity of the production and the test databases

. Support end user iMIS clients

. Develop and implement client customizations as needed

. Responsible for subscription EOY maintenance procedures

. Work closely with our iMIS partner on projects and upgrades

. Work with manager to identify and schedule iMIS training for staff

. Interact with iMIS Administrator to ensure policies and procedures are followed

SOLOMON (20%)

. Become the lead internal expert on Solomon

. Maintain, modify and test Disaster Recovery Procedure for Solomon

. Support Solomon client, FRx, Report Designer and other end-user modules

E-SERIES WEBSITE (MEMBER CENTER) (5%)

. Responsible for the Member Center home page

. Responsible for the support of the iMIS E-Series modules

OTHER (10%)

. Assist with end user PC Desktop and Laptop hardware and software support

. Manage the off-site Tape Storage process

. Domain, Server, and PC break and fix backup

. Maintain professional working relationships inside and outside the company.

Experience: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

. Minimum 3 years experience with MS SQL

. Minimum 5 years experience with Windows NT+ Operating Systems

. Microsoft Certification (MCDBA preferred) strongly desired

. Previous experience with iMIS a big plus



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

. Ability to handle multiple projects

. Ability to work well with internal staff and external vendors

. Detail oriented

. Willingness to learn and find new solutions


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For this contract-to-hire position, you will use your experience with SharePoint to participate in the design, development, customization, and integration efforts of enterprise solutions for the world's largest brand imaging solutions provider.
Experience: 3+ years related work experience
Experience with SharePoint development
Experience with configuration and implementation on enterprise initiatives
Experience with SharePoint Templates and SharePoint Security
Development experience with XML, SQL Server, and Visual Studio .Net
Knowledge of Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Knowledge of Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence
Knowledge of SharePoint (architectural design, web development, server installation, management, and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations)
Understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, and/or SharePoint Designer 2007
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Bachelors degree in a related field


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

e-commerce solutions company, headquartered in Chicago. We&#146;re looking for people who can make a difference because we believe that a highly innovative, passionate, and ambitious team, can accomplish the unimaginable&#133;and have fun along the way. Our values include teamwork, integrity, and a focus on the customer.

As Web/Interface Designer, you will be responsible for designing highly usable, best-in-class web interfaces and user experience architecture, leveraging knowledge of usability best practices and the competitive landscape. You will be focused on continually improving our various web sites and experience to meet the needs of our growing customer base and drive high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:
&#149; Designs website interfaces for our client/partners that reflect their brands, and for our B2C environments (front end)
&#149; Rapidly model wire frame prototypes, translating business objectives and feature requirements into highly usable web page designs
&#149; Create innovative web pages, &#147;landing pages&#148;, html emails, other online promotions
&#149; Effectively collaborate with business, marketing, technical, and operational teams to develop requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive projects to completion
&#149; Evaluate and implement lessons learned from usability testing into website enhancements
&#149; Utilize website analytics to drive design approach
&#149; Champion design and usability as a core component of our brand presence and customer experience
&#149; Assessment of current sites, market UI trends, and best practices

<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Key Skills and Experience:
&#149; Passionate about great products and user experience
&#149; Expert level background in consumer-centric web usability and graphic design
&#149; Expert in HTML and CSS technologies, ASP, JavaScript and Flash experience a plus
&#149; Experience in e-commerce
&#149; Ability to &#147;talk tech&#148; and interface with backend developers
&#149; Strong graphics application knowledge including: Photoshop and Illustrator
&#149; Extremely detail oriented
&#149; Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
&#149; Ability to back up your opinions with data and clear supporting exhibits
&#149; Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment a must
&#149; A minimum of 4 years professional experience designing and developing interactive media or graphical user interfaces
&#149; Fun, energetic, flexible personality
&#149;Degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or related fields

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

Job Overview:
We are looking for candidates having good experience with Cognos Senior Designer
for Mettawa
, IL
.



Position:
Cognos Senior Designer


Location:
Mettawa, IL

Start Date:
ASAP
Position Type:
Contract

Duration:
3 Months



Job Description:
We are looking for candidates having o
ver 6 years of BI and reporting and Dashboarding
experience
s Business Intelligence Reporting
projects using Cognos 8 BI Suite
specifically with Cognos 8.2
and 8.3.



Job
Responsibilities


Implement and install various Cognos 8 products

Look into server issues (log files), if required
High level designing of the reports and implementation
Work with Administration tasks in Cognos connection
Manage Cognos Groups and Roles to implement security
Create datasource connections from FM or Cognos Connection
Package deployment across various server
Plan and Integrate cognos tools with other web applications through SDK


Job Requirement:
The candidate must have experience in the following areas:


Should have worked extensively with Cognos 8 version BI suite

Should have good knowledge if Cognos 8 version BI suite Architecture
Should have worked on cognos tools installation and Up-gradation
Good Administration knowledge and skills using Cognos Access Manager
Have good analytical and development skills with advanced formatting techniques
Should have worked extensively with Report Studio, Query Studio, Analysis studio etc.
Should be able to implement features like Drill Through reporting, Scheduling and Report Bursting
Should have good SDK coding skills
Should be able to migrate report and packages across cognos servers
Knowledge of FM functionalities (like importing tables, create joins, filters, security, datasource connection, publishing etc
Worked with implementing various dashboard features
Knowledge of working with Cognos 8 maps would be preferable
Worked with Cognos Power Play Transformer, cubes building and scheduling and other Series 7 tools
Should have good implementation and debugging skills with DB2 datasources

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

Robert Half Technology is searching for an excellent Sharepoint Administrator! Our client is a non-for-profit organization asking for top candidates with several years of experience. They must be team oriented, good communication and able to work in a relaxed environment. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.
<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Candidate must have 3 + years experience with the following: Sharepoint, SQL (2005), security and active directory.

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

For this contract-to-hire position, you will use your experience with SharePoint to participate in the design, development, customization, and integration efforts of enterprise solutions for the world's largest brand imaging solutions provider.
Experience: 3+ years related work experience
Experience with SharePoint development
Experience with configuration and implementation on enterprise initiatives
Experience with SharePoint Templates and SharePoint Security
Development experience with XML, SQL Server, and Visual Studio .Net
Knowledge of Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Knowledge of Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence
Knowledge of SharePoint (architectural design, web development, server installation, management, and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations)
Understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, and/or SharePoint Designer 2007
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Bachelors degree in a related field


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

Robert Half Technology is searching for an excellent Sharepoint Administrator! Our client is a non-for-profit organization asking for top candidates with several years of experience. They must be team oriented, good communication and able to work in a relaxed environment. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.
<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Candidate must have 3 + years experience with the following: Sharepoint, SQL (2005), security and active directory.

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

Job Overview:
We are looking for candidates having good experience with Cognos Senior Designer
for Mettawa
, IL
.



Position:
Cognos Senior Designer


Location:
Mettawa, IL

Start Date:
ASAP
Position Type:
Contract

Duration:
3 Months



Job Description:
We are looking for candidates having o
ver 6 years of BI and reporting and Dashboarding
experience
s Business Intelligence Reporting
projects using Cognos 8 BI Suite
specifically with Cognos 8.2
and 8.3.



Job
Responsibilities


Implement and install various Cognos 8 products

Look into server issues (log files), if required
High level designing of the reports and implementation
Work with Administration tasks in Cognos connection
Manage Cognos Groups and Roles to implement security
Create datasource connections from FM or Cognos Connection
Package deployment across various server
Plan and Integrate cognos tools with other web applications through SDK


Job Requirement:
The candidate must have experience in the following areas:


Should have worked extensively with Cognos 8 version BI suite

Should have good knowledge if Cognos 8 version BI suite Architecture
Should have worked on cognos tools installation and Up-gradation
Good Administration knowledge and skills using Cognos Access Manager
Have good analytical and development skills with advanced formatting techniques
Should have worked extensively with Report Studio, Query Studio, Analysis studio etc.
Should be able to implement features like Drill Through reporting, Scheduling and Report Bursting
Should have good SDK coding skills
Should be able to migrate report and packages across cognos servers
Knowledge of FM functionalities (like importing tables, create joins, filters, security, datasource connection, publishing etc
Worked with implementing various dashboard features
Knowledge of working with Cognos 8 maps would be preferable
Worked with Cognos Power Play Transformer, cubes building and scheduling and other Series 7 tools
Should have good implementation and debugging skills with DB2 datasources

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

iCrossing is a global digital marketing company that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services -- including paid and natural search marketing, Web development, social media, research and analytics -- to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing clients include over 40 Fortune 500 companies and such recognized brands as The Coca Cola Company, DuPont, Office Depot, Toyota and Travelocity. Headquartered in Scottsdale , Arizona , the company has 550 employees in 13 offices in the U.S. and Europe . Find out more at [link removed] are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient software engineer to work on a sophisticated product that handles millions of transactions, requires close interaction with all major search engines (Google, Yahoo, msn, Ask), and which will require developing knowledge of Search Marketing techniques and search marketing data analysis. Candidates should have experience (or a genuine interest in learning) Agile development practices (Iterative development, Pair programming, daily standing meetings, story cards, story points, etc). As a member of the team you will develop new features for our software in an AGILE (Scrum and XP) environment, using technologies such as Linux/Tomcat/MySQL/Spring/Hibernate. Knowledge of data warehousing / star schemas / ETL (extract, transform, load), and shell scripting a plus. Major Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities: · Develop and test web-based applications according to technical specifications and designs. · Follow and encourage development best practices. · Develop knowledge of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) principles and techniques. · BS in Computer Science or equivalent level of experience · Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), familiarity with Agile development concepts · 2+ yrs of development experience, primarily with Java, JEE. Experience should include Java Servlets, JSP, JDBC, MVC frameworks. · Experience with SQL, MySQL a plus. · 1+ yrs experience with HTML, JavaScript, CSS · Familiarity with source control using Subversion · Familiarity with IDE tools such as Eclipse and IntelliJ · Exposure to Hibernate, Webwork, Struts 2.0, AOP, AJAX, Ant and Maven, and Agile development methodology a plus. · Shell scripting, Perl Development and Linux Admin a plus. · Must possess effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment. · Good organizational and time-management skills. Click the following link to apply online: https:// [link removed] ?jid=66345

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

Not for Profit client is looking for an EXPERIENCED WEB DATA ANALYST to join their online team. This is a great organization that is growing in a terrific downtown location that is easily accessible by public transportation. A fantastic opportunity for the right candidate! This position is responsible for creating and analyzing metrics detailing Web site usage and visitor behavior, and highlighting trends to help the web strategy team understand and enhance Web site experience. This candidate must be a numbers person that can measure the online experience. Someone who understands research, which content, partners or channels drive conversion. The ideal candidate is able to take direction and work within a collaborative team. Experience working with WebTrends 8.0 (software) is ideal.

Essential job Functions are...
Run monthly Web Trends reports for multiple web sites and Web programs.
Provide customer insights from Web data and recommend ways to improve Website conversion, visitor experience and other key performance indicators.
Define and develop new web trends reports as needed.
Act as the internal point of contact for the association employees with questions and issues pertaining to analytics data.
Must be able to interact with IT department and outside vendors.
Comfortable putting together reports that combine various online and offline metrics.
Experience: BS/BA in communications, math or related field.
2+ years experience working with WebTrends software.
Experience with Google Analytics.
Strong written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to create diagrammed and graphed information highlighting key data using Microsoft Excel.
Logical and analytical thinker.
Must be highly organized.
Knowledge of analytics from content management systems such as Convio, Kintera or RedDot a plus.
Database experience a plus.

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

Ajilon Consulting seeks a SQL DBA for our client in downtown Chicago. This is a PERMANENT position with the client - Greencard holders and US Citizens will be considered for this role.

The SQL DB Administrator is responsible for the two main SQL databases - iMIS and Solomon. This position is responsible for the e-commerce initiatives as well as managing the data security, integrity and ensuring a high percentage uptime. IMiS experience is preferred and a background with associations is helpful, but not required. Must be a team player, willing and able to work well with others and teach to non-SQL DBAs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

MS SQL SERVER (25%)
. Maintain and support two MS SQL Server 2000 boxes (iMIS and Solomon)

. Review and apply system patches as needed

. Develop system response measurements and improvements

. Develop and maintain nightly maintenance scripts

. Ensure high availability, security, and integrity of databases

iMIS (40%)

. Develop and maintain iMIS reports using Crystal Reports

. Maintain and modify iMIS DB import/export procedures with external data sources

. Become the lead internal expert on iMIS

. Stay up to date on new modules and products for iMIS

. Maintain, modify and test disaster recover procedures for iMIS

. Responsible for the data integrity of the production and the test databases

. Support end user iMIS clients

. Develop and implement client customizations as needed

. Responsible for subscription EOY maintenance procedures

. Work closely with our iMIS partner on projects and upgrades

. Work with manager to identify and schedule iMIS training for staff

. Interact with iMIS Administrator to ensure policies and procedures are followed

SOLOMON (20%)

. Become the lead internal expert on Solomon

. Maintain, modify and test Disaster Recovery Procedure for Solomon

. Support Solomon client, FRx, Report Designer and other end-user modules

E-SERIES WEBSITE (MEMBER CENTER) (5%)

. Responsible for the Member Center home page

. Responsible for the support of the iMIS E-Series modules

OTHER (10%)

. Assist with end user PC Desktop and Laptop hardware and software support

. Manage the off-site Tape Storage process

. Domain, Server, and PC break and fix backup

. Maintain professional working relationships inside and outside the company.

Experience: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

. Minimum 3 years experience with MS SQL

. Minimum 5 years experience with Windows NT+ Operating Systems

. Microsoft Certification (MCDBA preferred) strongly desired

. Previous experience with iMIS a big plus



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

. Ability to handle multiple projects

. Ability to work well with internal staff and external vendors

. Detail oriented

. Willingness to learn and find new solutions


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Robert Half Technology is searching for some excellent desktop talent! Our clients are consistently asking for desktop candidates with several years of experience. They must be customer-service oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving problems while maximizing efficient use of computing resources. Maintaining an inventory of installed software, managing software licensing and creating policies and procedures for upgrades. Analyzing and making recommendations for hardware and software standardization. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology. <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 2-3 years experience in a Microsoft environment.

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Looking for a recent grad interested in working with an organization which prides itself on staying ahead of the competition with their technology. In this role, you will be looked to troubleshoot all desktop, network, and connectivity issues that may arise. You will be given the opportunity to be exposed to many trading industry related technologes, conduct server builds, and work with financial exchanges from around the world.

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Looking for nubmerous C++/WINDOWS Developers with a wide range of experience. We are currently working with four different financial based compaines who have a need for this type of developer. Experience with FIX is always a bonus for these positions. Most of the compaines we work for are in the financial industry, so the positions will require some experience with multithreaded coding, even if it is minimal. You may be in position to evaluate four different positions and which is best for you.

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SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative.

Job Title: Associate, IT: Desktop Support

Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide full, end-to-end user support and ensure system performance. In doing so, the Associate will draw upon a broad knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and application technologies to ensure steady state network operations.

In performing the essential functions of this role, the work environment is fast-paced, moderately noisy and team-based. Additionally, occasional travel may be required.

The Associate, Information Technology works under the supervision of a Manager, IT
Key Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following and others as assigned:

General Responsibility Specifics
I. IT Responsibility Identifies, diagnoses and solves information technology problems and escalates when necessary
Identifies needs for technical support, determines level of support warranted and provides support to end users, including LAN connectivity, hardware, software, network, printing and telephony issues
Determines need for coordination of efforts with other team members to ensure timely quality of technical service to Sapient’s clients and users
Uses independent judgment and discretion to prioritize competing service requests and sets levels of expectation with Sapient people regarding IT issue resolution
Identifies needs for instruction and training and provides instruction and training on hardware and software to Sapient people within area of expertise
Ensures that problems are handled in a timely manner so as to eliminate down time and maximize company productivity
II. Partnering Coordinates with other persons within IT as well as other areas of Sapient to ensure effective and efficient operations and to resolve issues that may occur
Provides recommendations to management for the development of processes, policies and procedures
III. Communication Responds to inquiries from employees, Sapient managers, clients, vendors and other outside parties
Corresponds both orally and in writing with internal and external parties
III. Company Contribution Assists with special projects, as required


Job Requirements:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field is preferred

Experience Guidelines:
1-3 years experience in Windows, Exchange, Sand some Macintosh administration, enterprise backup technologies, telephony systems, or remote access technologies
Ability to solve complex problems.
Ability to work outside of standard business hours when necessary
Ability to communicate technical detail into every day terminology
Ability to work effectively with project teams and clients
Ability to solve and troubleshoot problems remotely

About Sapient

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.

Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .


*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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This is a great opportunity to interview with one of Chicago's growing premier financial trading firms. We are looking for a hand-on technician experienced in supporting Unix/Linux (Red Hat) environments, proficient in Perl, Shell, Korn Scripting, and trading based software. You will also be exposed to storage systems, scripting, and the opportunity to work in a fast-pace, team oriented environment. Other duties include; network support and network connectivity issues. This company offers an excellent benefit package, bonus, tuition reimbursement, as well as a great working environment.
Experience: Minimum 4 years UNIX admistration experience.

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e-commerce solutions company, headquartered in Chicago. We&#146;re looking for people who can make a difference because we believe that a highly innovative, passionate, and ambitious team, can accomplish the unimaginable&#133;and have fun along the way. Our values include teamwork, integrity, and a focus on the customer.

As Web/Interface Designer, you will be responsible for designing highly usable, best-in-class web interfaces and user experience architecture, leveraging knowledge of usability best practices and the competitive landscape. You will be focused on continually improving our various web sites and experience to meet the needs of our growing customer base and drive high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:
&#149; Designs website interfaces for our client/partners that reflect their brands, and for our B2C environments (front end)
&#149; Rapidly model wire frame prototypes, translating business objectives and feature requirements into highly usable web page designs
&#149; Create innovative web pages, &#147;landing pages&#148;, html emails, other online promotions
&#149; Effectively collaborate with business, marketing, technical, and operational teams to develop requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive projects to completion
&#149; Evaluate and implement lessons learned from usability testing into website enhancements
&#149; Utilize website analytics to drive design approach
&#149; Champion design and usability as a core component of our brand presence and customer experience
&#149; Assessment of current sites, market UI trends, and best practices

<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Key Skills and Experience:
&#149; Passionate about great products and user experience
&#149; Expert level background in consumer-centric web usability and graphic design
&#149; Expert in HTML and CSS technologies, ASP, JavaScript and Flash experience a plus
&#149; Experience in e-commerce
&#149; Ability to &#147;talk tech&#148; and interface with backend developers
&#149; Strong graphics application knowledge including: Photoshop and Illustrator
&#149; Extremely detail oriented
&#149; Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
&#149; Ability to back up your opinions with data and clear supporting exhibits
&#149; Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment a must
&#149; A minimum of 4 years professional experience designing and developing interactive media or graphical user interfaces
&#149; Fun, energetic, flexible personality
&#149;Degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or related fields

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