January 2010

NCsoft West is seeking a highly qualified Data Analyst to become a member of our growing Information Services team in Austin, TX.

NCsoft West is the U.S. branch of NCsoft, the world’s largest independent developer and publisher of online computer games. We are currently seeking talented candidates for a Software Developer position in its North Austin office.

The Applications Developer should complete required tasks independently and with minimum support from management staff and have strong abilities to grasp new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study and interaction with other team members.

Rackspace is looking for smart, passionate software developers who want to work on projects that matter and affect large numbers of people. We like cutting edge technology, and we like to have fun using it. We believe in our people, and want to make sure they're in roles that keep them happy. Our culture is fun but hard working, and we focus on working in small, effective teams. The software development team in Austin is in its infancy - this is a great time to be an integral member of a growing organization.

Established Austin Web hosting/ Development Company seeks Unix Systems Administrator/Programmer; Experienced network/Web server
administrator; Minimum 3+ years experience with Linux and Solaris
required. Full-time position.

FG Squared is seeking an experienced Senior Web Applications Developer that will be responsible for the development of web applications and extensions to existing social platforms and open source code both on FG SQUARED's internal collaboration platform and as part of complete solutions for our customers.

This is a director level role with significant responsibility. Great opportunity in a group that is ramping.
• This individual will be responsible for providing technical leadership associated with the architecture of firmware for several key subsystems and forward-looking features.
• This individual will work closely with a team of architects and must be capable of collaborating in the specification of next generation DCS (Data Center Solutions) and cloud computing products.
• In addition to overall systems software engineering experience, this position requires in-depth knowledge of power management systems, BIOS, BMC/server system management, storage option ROM, etc.
• This architect must be able to design with performance of speed/power in mind as well as be able to measure and to provide guidance to improving performance of an overall system.
• Duties include all activities necessary to collect customer requirements and develop product specifications to satisfy customer's needs.
• This position is responsible for ensuring that solutions meet the requirements, and that product cost, timeliness and quality meets expectations.
• This position will work directly with customers, field solution architects and marketing team to understand the requirements for the customer, and then work with the development team responsible for platform and qualification of the optimum system solutions for this global customer base.
• This individual will be required to work with relevant technology providers and ODMs and create the capability to produce a test BIOS or BMC firmware for proof of concept and laboratory purposes. sourcing, development, Solution optimizations include such factors as CPU performance in a web service or HPCC environment, relevant platform density, annual operational cost, technical suitability, cost, reliability, and industry standards compliance.
• This individual will also work closely with the office of the CTO server team and PE server engineering team to ensure consistent and global sharing of information and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in development and/or architecture role of software or firmware solutions associated with power management, BIOS, BMC/server system management, storage, or equivalent technologies.
• Ability in organizing and managing multiple projects, setting priorities and working independently under aggressive timelines.
• Ability to write and analyze requirements, architectural specifications, design specifications, plans, and documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of server architect specifically in a web services, cloud computing environment.
• This individual should also have a working architectural knowledge of server virtualization. (VMware, XEN, MSFT) and a working ability to drive cross-functional development efforts through conception, planning, and into implementation.
• A thorough understanding of appropriate technologies, vendor products, and competitor's offerings is required along with the ability to analyze options for critical elements and features and determines optimum selection.
• MSEE, MSCE, or MSCS (preferred) w/ 10+ years of experience; will consider 15+ years of experience with BSEE, BSCE, BSCS, or equivalent.

BuildASign has recently posted quite a few positions -- including Front-end Web Developer (HTML/CSS) Intern, Graphic Design Intern, .Net Developer- SF, and Senior User Experience Designer. For a full list of open positions, visit their Career Page.

BuildASign has a strong track record of supporting the local tech/biz community. I know quite a few people at BuildASign and they speak highly of the company. -Lynn