Below is the description of an opening at a company refered by my
brother (not DJA). I am not well versed in Mac GUI programming and the
like so I am forwarding it along.
Sorry for the bad formatting, but it was taken from a Word document and
converted to ASCII for the list.
PGA
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In-House Applications Programmer/Developer
Essential to have a team-oriented attitude: small business environment.
Able to communicate directly with user-base in easy-to-understand
terminology.
Able to translate user feedback into application methodology.
Able to provide user-level documentation on new processes.
OS X and Macintosh hardware experience required.
Insurance industry background a plus.
BS in Computer Science or equivalent.
3-4 years experience with samples of work performed.
References required.
Background check required.
Skill Requirements:
Relational database design and development (4th Dimension v. 2004x and
v. 11 SQL experience a plus)
Customer software GUI design - Mac OS X
Multi-user application development
HTML
Javascript
XML / SOAP / AJAX
Java / C++
.asp / .net technologies
Responsibilities:
Develop, and maintain in-house application written in 4D client/ server
environment and operating on local network for all Macintosh shop. 27
users with 4D Server 2004.7.
Manage upgrade of software to 4D v.11 SQL within next 12 month.
Applicant needs to understand the conversion process and upgrade path.
Main application has been in place since 2001 and is robust and dynamic.
Applicant will be charged with learning the core business, understanding
the existing program methodology, enhancing the core application.
Develop methodology to run the Server application as compiled rather
than interpreted. (Requires compliance with compilation rules and
variable clean up.)
Applicant must be able to work with management and users in a small
business environment. Verbal and written communication skills must be
well-developed.
Currently database administration and network administration are handled
by a principal of the firm. Applicant will be trained as back up to both
responsibilities.
Long term goals will require web services for sales staff, customers,
communication with external vendors via XML, etc.
Any other tasks or responsibilities deemed necessary for the successful
running of the database and integration into the business model.
Salary and Benefits:
$60K - $65K with Health Care, Pension Plan, Long Term Disability
Insurance, Vacation and Sick Time.
Contact:
Bette Piacente at PRco, Inc.
800-388-7726
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Paul G. Allen, BSIT/SE
Owner, Sr. Engineer
Random Logic Consulting
http://www.randomlogic.com
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