Re: [twuug] Job Opportunities

["Randy Hall <rthall@xxxxxxxxxxx>" <rthall@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Yep, I start there on the 16th.  It will be like a dream come true.
Getting paid to support open source!

Randy

Hoyt wrote:

> Anne Pope of Great Bridge, LLC asked me to post the following job
> opportunities to the list.
>
> Hoyt
>
> Great Bridge, based in Norfolk, VA provides the opportunity to be part of an
> early stage start-up with an experienced team.  We are a high-energy,
> fast-paced company with a passion for developing technology solutions based
> on open source software.  If you believe in the power of open source
> software development, understand and appreciate the challenges of a growing
> business, and have a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service,
> then Great Bridge could be the right company for you.  Great Bridge offers a
> competitive salary, coupled with an option plan and a comprehensive benefits
> package, including 401(k).  If you seek a dynamic career opportunity and a
> great place to work, contact us.  Visit us at www.greatbridge.com.  For more
> information on Norfolk and its surrounding areas, visit
> www.hamptonroads.com.
>
>  Knowledge/Support Engineering
> This highly specialized engineer will be the front line of Great Bridge's
> professional support services, working to troubleshoot and resolve
> customers' technical issues.  You will communicate with customers (email,
> live chat, phone) to troubleshoot and resolve problems; work closely with
> engineering staff on identifying bugs and scheduling fixes and hack at Great
> Bridge supported open source projects as available.  Experience desired is
> 7-10 years of database administration and deep expertise in at least one
> major RDBMS (PostgreSQL, Oracle, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase,
> Informix) is critical as well as experience in 2 - 3 of the following
> programming languages: C, C++, Perl, PHP, Python and Tcl/Tk.  PostgreSQL
> experience is strongly preferred. A demonstrated ability to work in small
> teams in a cooperative environment with strong customer service skills is
> required.
>
> Sr. Database Administrator
> The Sr. DBA will provide consultative sales support of our core products to
> potential customers by demonstrating new releases of Great Bridge software
> on site and/or at tradeshows; works directly with the Engineering and Sales
> teams to ensure customer feedback on features, bugs and opportunities are
> properly handled; becomes an expert on the released software and very
> knowledgeable on market competitive products.  This individual will also
> contribute to the Great Bridge Knowledge base and will work as part of the
> high level, Tier 2 support team.  Desired skills include at least 7 years
> experience in database design and development and experience in applying
> database (and related) products in a business setting.  The ability to
> travel 10 - 30% is required.  Experience in a consulting environment is a
> plus and experience with Linux and open source strongly desired.
>
> Quality Assurance Engineer
> In this role you will be responsible for developing and implementing product
> life cycle quality assurance testing, including systems integration,
> regression, stress, scalability and performance testing.  You will design,
> develop, maintain and implement test plans, work plans and scripts to
> deliver fully tested and defect free software.  At least 5 years QA
> experience is required.  Database, Unix and demonstrated experience with
> automated testing tools is strongly desired.
>
> Knowledge Base Architect/Developer
> The KE Architect/Developer is responsible for overseeing and developing our
> knowledge base design, requirements, implementation, and maintenance.  You
> will work with the IT team to develop and deploy the proper infrastructure
> to support and maintain the knowledge engineering environment and partners
> with senior technology leadership to ensure technology foundation aligns
> with the company's strategic plan/standards.   Experience desired is 7-10
> years of practical knowledge engineering leadership and development;
> software development life cycle experience (TQM or quality training);
> demonstrated experience in recruiting, training, and managing a team of
> knowledge engineers or designers in a software development environment (or
> large scale IT environment).  System administration experience highly
> desired and experience at managing complex computer systems Database and
> Unix/Linux knowledge and/or experience highly desired  (Oracle, MS-SQL, or
> equivalent).
>
> Sr. Integration Engineer
> Develops and leads integration of the Company's software products into
> shrink-wrapped product. Responsibilities include coding, testing,
> requirements definition, and contributing to the software development team.
> Ensures Company products integrate efficiently and without bugs on selected
> operating systems and computer architectures. Proven expertise in C++, PHP,
> SQL Databases, TCL, and software development life cycles
>
> All positions require a BS/BA degree or equivalent, team oriented
> entrepreneurial spirit, experience or a strong desire to work in a start-up
> software development environment. Above all, you must share our view that
> exceeding customers' expectations in support of our products is the most
> significant advantage an open source business can have.
>
> jobs@greatbridge.com
> Fax: 757.233.5555
> Great Bridge, LLC, 253 Monticello Ave., Norfolk, VA 23510
> Attn: Recruiting Manager/LUS
> Great Bridge, LLC is an EOE and actively supports workplace diversity
>
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