Sr. SQL Server DBA in Dallas, TX

A world leader in healthcare services with nearly $60 billion in revenues and ranked in the top ten percent on the Fortune 500 list is looking to hire two SQL Server DBA's to join their successful team of professionals!

This is a fast-paced environment that is looking for high energy, enthusiastic individuals to work in their North Dallas location.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports all .NET database environments.
2. Implements logical data models to physical structures on SQL Server.
3. Installs necessary triggers, stored procedures, and business logic.
4. Performs database backup and recovery.
5. Performs database and application performance/tuning.
6. Prepares and manages multiple server environments.
7. Provides support and implements migrations across environments.
8. Provides technical support for ongoing maintenance and upgrades for all Client/Server related software.
9. Provides technical expertise and ongoing education for all .NET related software.
10. Manages and troubleshoots SQL server in a clustered environment.
11. Analyzes technical systems specifications received from project managers and programming associates and translates data into efficient, functional database designs.
12. Develops, tests and executes diagnostics and disaster recovery plans in order to safeguard the integrity of the database.
13. Analyzes current database information and recommends methods to improve performance of the database.
14. Creates databases for building and testing the applications; investigates and corrects problems relative to these databases.
15. Provides 24 hour on-call production support.
16. Performs related duties as assigned.


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a minimum of five (5) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to prepare and implement database standards and procedures across multiple environments
2. Strong knowledge of stored procedures and triggers
3. Good analytical and problem solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply applications knowledge to identify appropriate solutions
4. Demonstrated knowledge of backup and disaster recovery procedures
5. Good interpersonal skills; effective team player
6. Exceptional customer service skills
7. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
8. Ability to prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines
9. Strong organizational skills; attention to detail

Company offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits
package!

Qualified candidates are welcome to immediately send their resume to
. Interviews to be scheduled as early
as next week!





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

SQL Server 2000/2005 DBA in Dallas, TX

Rapidly expanding healthcare company in the N. Dallas area with an established year over year growth record is seeking a SQL Server 2000/2005 DBA to join their growing full-time staff of professionals.

Requirements:
* SQL Server DBA would possess a minimum of 3 years of Database Administration experience, preferably in a development environment
* Migrations from SQL Server 2000 to SQL Server 2005
* SQL Server Replication and Clustering experience
* Familiar with DTS or ETL packages
* Support .Net Development environment

Salary commensurate with experience. DBA's can expect a salary range of $60-90K. In addition to base salary, company offers an attractive compensation package that includes quarterly bonus plan and generous company 401K match.

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

Sr. Java Developer in Dallas, TX

Handling analysis, requirements gathering, NEW DEVELOPMENT/coding and testing applications for major Fortune 100 websites or supporting back-end processes.

Individual is expected to perform full lifecycle systems development on medium to large sized development efforts.

Individual would be requested to handle ad-hoc requests for maintenance or improvement of existing software. Also expected to do peer code reviews, support other team members. Experience: Minimum 3 - 5 years JAVA Development
Minimum 2 years Unix (HP-UX, Solaris, Irix, Linux)
Object Oriented (OO) Analysis and Design
Minimum 2 years Oracle 8 or above
Demonstrated success using strong problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated dedication to quality and timeliness
Demonstrated motivation to keep current with changes in the world of technology
Demonstrated ability to work within an established timeframe to complete tasks
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and on paper
Committed to seeing tasks through to completion
Ability to adapt easily to fluid requirements
Experience working through all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle
Ability to work well with Customers and proven success doing so
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. J2EE/Java Software Engineer in Dallas, TX

Primary role is creating new code for web based J2EE applications. Participate in design, implementation and testing. Successful candidates will work as a team with technical managers and peers to translate business requirements into new web based J2EE applications. Experience: 3 -5 years minimum

Required Technical Qualifications

* Proven expertise in Java J2EE technologies

* Jakarta Struts experience
* JSP/Servlet development experience
* HTML development experience

* Javascript development experience

* JDBC experience accessing Microsoft SQL Server Database.
* Middleware, Integrating Systems
* Modifying and understanding other Java / HTML / Javascript / JSP source code
* Willing to learn other technologies
* Hands on development and methodology experience in Object Oriented analysis, design and programming
To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Interactive/Multimedia Designer in Dallas, TX

Interprets the selling message for catalog merchandise by developing rough and comprehensive graphics layouts to be followed by
photography studios to prepare finished artwork on a designated schedule.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Designs catalog pages, implementing computer assisted page development, and presentation formats to maximize consumer
response.
2. Works with art director, copy chief and copywriter using art and layout techniques for optimum merchandise presentation to improve
demand and catalog/internet image.
3. Attends advertising meetings with catalog copy, catalog media managers and buyers to understand the planned merchandise offerings.
4. Demonstrates a proficiency in using the Catalog Electronic Publishing System (LAGO).
5. Assists art director in the production process such as marking up layouts, shipping art proofs and swatches to maintain the timely flow
of pages in the catalog production process.
6. Compiles a resource file of outside catalog media publications to keep abreast of current design and merchandise trends, evaluating
effectiveness of competition's presentation to improve our presentation.
7. As assigned, prepares catalog art purchase orders using prescribed pricing book, bidding procedures and computer assisted
formatting, and reviews studio invoices for compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinates with the advertising manager, copy chief and copywriters, other catalog art directors and layout artists to secure optimum
and consistent visual results for catalog pages.
2. Receives and processes information from divisional catalog media managers and buyers regarding merchandise display and
emphasis.
REQUIREMENTS:

Education: College or art school degree, or equivalent business experience.
Experience: Catalog, retail, or agency experience with design and/or photography.
Core Competencies: Desk top computer publishing including page design. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

C# ASP.NET CompSci Developer in Dallas, TX

A leader in its industry, this 6-year-old software company thrived during a time when other companies collapsed.
They are experiencing phenomenal growth and are aggressively seeking dynamic, energetic people to help take the company to new heights. They provide clients with highly specialized web applications to allow them to better manage their daily operations and sales processes. Their products are the gold standard in their industry and are in use throughout the United States and Canada. They provide clients with an unparalleled experience both through products and PEOPLE. They are a Service company whose service happens to be software. Their technology, partners, and customer base are far superior and more respected than any other software vendor in their product space.

We personally met the CEO and VP of Technology and came away with the following reasons why Software Engineers will be interested in this company:

Latest and greatest .Net technology ( ASP.NET 2.0) and a plan to keep on the cutting edge of Microsoft technology.

Great tools including 4 screens for each programmer and willingness to spend on tools to be successful.

Opportunity to be exposed to the business side of the company.

Little bureaucracy, more interested in getting the job done right.

People are empowered here and will have a lot of impact on decision-making.

Ability to see tangible results in your work.

Company is very people oriented, treats their employees wonderfully with an awesome work environment and additional perks.

Opportunity to grow based on performance; chance to build a career here.

Company is stable, and has doubled revenue each of the past 6 years.

As a .NET Software Developer, you will report to the VP of Technology. Core responsibilities are to design, implement, and support web applications to grow and enhance their business by providing the best systems to their clients and internal operations team. Their shop is based on the latest Microsoft technology from ASP.NET to SQL Server with an emphasis on standardizing on the C# language.

Great Benefits including 401k Plan contributions of 15%-25%, Medical Ins. (even covers co-pays), Health Club membership and a Max of 50 hour work weeks (meaning you can't work longer than 50 hours per week) + car wash every week.

Experience: Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

2+ years C# .NET Language

2+ years .NET Framework

2+ years ASP.NET

2+ years JavaScript

3+ years HTML 4.0+ & CSS

3+ years SQL

5+ years General Programming Experience To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Data Analyst II in Dallas, TX

Produce accurate and timely data models, data analysis and reporting services for client databases, products and services as assigned.

Work with your team lead to identify tasks and schedules to meet project deadlines.

Provide clear, concise and accurate status to your team lead and management.

Develop and foster a customer service mentality when providing analysis and reporting results to internal and external customers.

Create and maintain data models for customer technology databases as new products and features are developed.

Provide accurate and timely analysis and reporting services according to project schedules.

Use sound judgment to determine analysis needs and scope.

Strive for zero errors in your results.

Participate in the design, development, test and evolution of the data import tools for the data management system.

Participate in the administration of all production, staging and development databases to ensure proper maintenance and execution.

Maintain effective communication and good working relationship with the development, QA and technology services teams.

Continually evaluate database reporting systems and tools to improve accuracy, efficiency and automate performance of daily tasks.

Establish and maintain deep technical knowledge of company products and services.

Seek to enhance technical skills through independent study, technical training, conferences and seminars.

Share your technical knowledge with other team members and provide technical leadership to junior data analysts.
Experience:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology or related field is strongly preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a data analyst

Excellent English skills both verbal and written as this is a client facing position.

Data Modeling

SQL development

Report writing

Relational Databases (SQL Server)

Stored Procedures

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

SAN Engineer in DALLAS, TX

Robert Half Technology partnered with a high profile law firm to recruit and place a qualified SAN Engineer. Qualified candidates will have experience with SAN technology, including the major brands, Fiber Channels, RAID, SAN optimization, allocation and visualization and will have experience architecting, implementing and supporting a SAN production environment. Experience: The job role includes proactive administration of and provides support for firm?s storage area network (SAN), including installing, configuring, patching, testing, troubleshooting, supporting all aspects of SAN technology, (i.e., storage subsystems, SAN switches, and server-side adapters) in both a lab and production environment; architects, implements, and supports a stable and secure SAN production environment that follows industry best practices with emphasis on business continuity and disaster avoidance/recovery. The SAN Engineer will also architect, implement, and support a scalable storage design; architect, implement, and support SAN-based backup and replication; optimize SAN performance; establish, implement, and maintain procedures for storage allocation and optimization; review SAN performance data and develop action plans based on data. Required skills to perform this role include: strong knowledge of all aspects of SAN technology, (i.e., Fiber Channel, iSCSI, storage allocation, storage virtualization and optimization, RAID levels, etc.); hands-on experience with major brand SAN equipment and software; strong knowledge of SAN replication and disaster recovery over wide area networks and across multiple sites, especially as it pertains to MS Exchange 2003 and MS SQL 2000/2005 servers; strong knowledge of network communications standards and topologies; strong knowledge of Windows Server 2003 platform; knowledge of VMware ESX 2.5.x; knowledge of shared storage allocation for server clustering; knowledge of booting operating systems from the SAN; excellent communication skills as well as the ability to explain technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding; ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to meet business needs; knowledge of blade server technology. Interested candidates should submit their resume to To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Websphere engineer in Dallas, TX

Overview of Position requirements

. 3-5 years engineering experience with a J2EE (Java) application server (preferably Websphere Application Server 6.x) and/or Corba application server (preferably Iona Orbix)
. Experience installing and managing these products in a Unix or Linux environment
. Capacity planning/performance management
. Experience with monitoring tools such as HPOpenview
. Proven experience using WebSphere Application Server Development Studio (WSAD) or Eclipse
. Working knowledge of enterprise web applications and supporting technologies, such as firewalls/routing/load balancing/single sign on, etc.
. Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to methodically identify and resolve complex issues in the web services environment
. Apache administration skills


Non technical Skills

. Ability to communicate about highly complex technical issues with others in the organization at different technical skill levels
. Ability to work in a cross functional team and interact with technical People across the department
. Experience with disaster recovery processes and procedures


Nice to have skills

. Knowledge of additional Middleware layers (Webmethods, TIBCO ESB, Sonic ESB, etc)
. Experience specifically with Websphere in a Solaris or Linux environment
. 3-5 years experience administering messaging middleware software, preferably Tibco EMS or IBM MQSeries
. 3-5 years hands on Unix administration experience in a production environment
. Working knowledge of enterprise web applications and supporting technologies, such as firewalls/routing/load balancing, etc.
. Certified WAS administrator
. Understanding of Oracle databases

Non Technical Skills
. Ability to prepare a project plan and manage infrastructure upgrade and migration projects.
. Previous experience with the airline or transportation industry. Previous experience large scale, highly available production environment.


Job Responsibilities
. This is a seven member team with on call pager rotation every seven weeks. All team members participate equally in on-call duties during normal work hours.
. Other duties include installation, modification, configuration, and support for Websphere and Orbix. Candidate will participate as a member of various
. software development projects as the infrastructure contact for the development team. Ideal candidate should be detail oriented, cool under
. pressure and eager to provide positively outrageous Customer service primarily to the software developer community.



Team Information
. This team is responsible for the engineering and support activities for the middleware software products used to manage applications (Websphere and Orbix).
. All team members are expected to know enough about the environment that they can be interchanged periodically. This is done to balance workloads and
. to ensure that we don't encounter surprises while on call.
Experience: WAS Websphere java application server corba mq To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Websphere Portal Administrator in Dallas, TX

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to comprehend high levels of complex details. Proven written and verbal communications and presentations skills, high level of customer management ability, detailed and highly organized.

Websphere Portal Administration and coordination; coordination of administrative duties across several project teams and customer groups; troubleshooting issues with the portal infrastructure; respond to customer support calls; maintain and update the portal Remedy configuration; assist with deployment of enterprise applications to QA and PROD environments. Test, plan and implement upgrades and fixes to the Portal infrastructure.
Experience: 3 years total admin and configuration with WebSphere Portal Server 4.x, 5.x (1 year with version 5.x); 6 years working within a heterogeneous platform environment (UNIX, Mainframe, Windows, etc.) 6 years experience using MS Office applications.

Ajilon provides competitive pay rates and excellent benefits. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Plumtree Portal G6 Consultant in Dallas, TX

Primary Skills: Require a plumtree portal consultant who would be able to upgrade the project. Experience: 2+yrs To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Access Developer in Dallas, TX

Maintain and enhance existing Access Database Applications. Database is very robust and large.


Ajilon offers competitive pay rates and great benefits. Experience: 5 years To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Systems Engineer-MQ in Dallas, TX

3-5 years experience administering messaging middleware software, preferably Tibco EMS or IBM MQSeries
3-5 years hands on Unix administration experience in a production environment
3-5 years hands on Unix administration experience in a production environment
Solid experience with system monitoring and management tools
Experience in designing and implementing messaging monitoring solutions
Knowledge of additional Middleware layers (Webmethods, TIBCO ESB, Sonic ESB, etc)


Non Technical Skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage large scale project plans, meet timelines, communicate effectively with both project teams and executive level audiences, develo processes and procedures, and develop solutions to complex business and technical challenges.

Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, facilitation, oral and written communication skills


Nice to have skills

Technical
3-5 years engineering experience with a J2EE (Java) application server (preferably Websphere) and/or Corba application server (preferably Iona Orbix)
Experience installing and managing these products in a Unix or Linux environment
Apache administration skills
Experience with Oracle database
Proven experience using WebSphere Appliction Server Development Studio (WSAD) or Eclipse
Working knowledge of enterprise web applications and supporting technologies, such as firewalls/routing/load balancing, etc.
Knowledge of enterprise security technologies and their implementation

Non Technical Skills and responsibilities

Administer both IBM MQSeries legacy environment and growing Tibco EMS environment. Part of a 4 person Team that carries an on call pager once every 4 weeks. Responsible for creating new queues/topics, installation of messaging software on various platforms, managing alerts and monitoring software, and working with development Teams to integrate messaging software into their application.

Experience: mq unix websphere mqseries administration To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Dallas, TX

Roles & Responsibilities
Primary role is creating new code for web based J2EE applications. Participate in design, implementation and testing. Successful candidates will work as a team with technical managers and peers to translate business requirements into web based J2EE applications.

Candidates must be innovative, willing and able to think outside the box, a team player, share knowledge and receive it! Must be a solutions-oriented problem solver! Must be able to take project tasks and provide solutions with out additional resource involvement.

Experience: Required Technical Qualifications
* Proven expertise in Java J2EE technologies
* Jakarta Struts experience
* JSP/Servlet development experience
* HTML development experience
* Javascript development experience
* JDBC experience accessing Microsoft SQL Server Database.
* Middleware, Integrating Systems
* Modifying and understanding other Java / HTML / Javascript / JSP source code
* Willing to learn other technologies
* Hands on development and methodology experience in Object Oriented analysis, design and programming

Professional Qualifications
* Team player - share knowledge and receive it
* Action and results oriented
* Excellent communication skills - express ideas, keeps others updated, good listening and comprehension
* Strong ability to balance communication, collaboration and technical needs
* Enthusiasm and creativity
* Good task estimation and implementation abilities
* Bachelor's degree in computer science - required

Ajilon Consulting is an international IT consulting firm with offices worldwide. We have more than 6,000 consultants in over 80 cities in the United States, as well as in Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. If you're looking for a company that takes pride in its people, rewards loyalty, has a solid reputation and a passionate commitment to a global vision -- consider a career at Ajilon.

Ajilon Consulting Offers - Medical - Dental- Vision-Days Off - 401K - Paid Training -etc To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Cerner SurgiNet Implementation Specialist (4531) in Dallas, TX

Perot Systems Corporation is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients. We are currently seeking a Cerner SurgiNet Implementation Specialist.

This is a virtual, 100% travel position so no relocation is necessary; qualified candidates may live anywhere in the contiguous United States.

Job Responsibilities:
This person will participate in the implementation of Cerner Millennium SurgiNet applications at client locations.

Responsibilities and duties associated with this position include but may not be limited to:

File building, documentation and management of the Surgery Management System implementation

Understanding and designing the scheduling component of Surginet

Acts as the primary contact for application design issues that arise at the client site.

Assists client System Operation Manager in developing routine operations cycle.

Assists project team in developing, monitoring and managing technology support and operational implementation work plans

Coordinates with the appropriate members of the Project Team in policy formation and establishment of system and application security.

Provides support for testing and conversion activities.

Requirements:
The minimally qualified candidate will have a complete understanding of surgery processes and previous experience supporting clinical surgery or OR systems, Cerner SurgiNet optimal. The outstanding candidate will also possess knowledge of clinical departments to include ancillary service areas, previous hospital experience and knowledge of work flow processes; a clinical background in surgery or the ER/OR environment, and experience implementing clinical systems.

Required Skills:

Cerner Millennium SurgiNet application experience required (2 years).

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to manipulate data using Excel.

Project management methodology experience.

Excellent oral and written skills.

Desired Skills:

Experience with other Cerner Millennium applications.

Prior system implementation and/or support experience.

* Candidates may live anywhere in the contiguous United States but must be willing to travel extensively *

Perot Systems is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Perot Systems Corporation to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all Associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

VB6 programmer in Dallas, TX

This job is in the Support environment Experience: Visual Basic Programmer Programmer for VB6 and below desired to support and legacy systems at the client. Must be able to accomplish support and fixes without documentation. Must be comfortable working with custom applications. Must be comfortable as a support person and not a lead developer/programmer. Experience working in an Oracle environment a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java/J2EE Developer in Dallas, TX

Candidate must have strong Java/J2EE skills.
Front end experience required
MUST HAVE Weblogic experience.

Environment:
Java, J2EE, Weblogic, EJB, JSP
Must have UDB/DB2

Experience: Ref #101161 Candidate must have strong Java/J2EE skills. Front end experience required MUST HAVE Weblogic experience. Environment: Java, J2EE, Weblogic, EJB, JSP Must have UDB/DB2 To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

SQL Server Support Engineer in Dallas, TX

SQL Server Support Engineer
JCPenney Home Office - Plano, TX

STORE TECHNICAL OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Store Technical Operations department is responsibility for architecting, implementing and supporting the computing platforms and technical infrastructure in the Company's 1100 retail stores, outlets and catalog distributions centers. The department is comprised of a group of developers and administrators responsible for maintaining the operational integrity of all store servers, workstations, operating systems, databases and other devices that make up the networked equipment environment in stores. The primary functions of this group include designing, developing and implementing tools and processes to integrate and maintain platform software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, test and integrate automated tools and processes to configure and install the base Microsoft operating software along with custom client server and web applications into the Windows server and workstation based store architecture.

Develop applications, tools and scripts to automate the process of managing, monitoring and updating the platform software for 4,000+ Windows servers.

Work with application teams to develop and implement the logical and physical databases models based upon architectural and development standards.

Optimizes database performance by analyzing queries, stored procedures and database structures and then implements necessary changes to meet application performance service level agreements.

Work with application teams to develop and implement the backup strategies necessary to support the overall store systems disaster recovery process. Develops the monitoring tools and reporting mechanisms to ensure all servers are backed up according to schedule.

Work with various application developers and development teams to insure their applications are compatible with the current store operating systems and workstation architecture.

Utilize structured project management methodology to deliver project assignments as assigned by management. Responsible for all project deliverables including project scope documents, project plan, issues logs, design documents, status reports and issues logs as well as other key project deliverables.

Perform analysis, diagnostics and problem determination. Document and follow up on resolution based on understanding the issues, risks and clients needs.

Develop the technical systems knowledge to insure a complete understanding of the entire Microsoft network architecture as implemented in JCPenney from end to end.

Provide 3rd level technical support and problem resolution for production level problems as well as provide on-site store support and training when necessary for assigned projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A four year degree in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of development, platform and/or database management experience

Must possess a solid understanding of current platforms and technologies including Microsoft Windows Server platform, Window XP Pro, Microsoft IIS, Microsoft SQL Server RDBMS and networking concepts.

Solid understanding of the development process, including analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release management and version control, contemporary testing methodologies, and deployment management

Thorough understanding of the Microsoft SQL Server RDBMS platform, data modeling, database performance tuning and optimization methodologies

Proven planning and project management skills with the ability to lead medium to large sized information technology projects.

Strong verbal and written communications skills, with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business and/or layman's terms

Strong analytical, problem-solving, account management, and conceptual skills

Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to work well on cross-functional project teams and foster team commitment to tasks

Ability to adapt and rapidly apply changing technology to meet business needs

Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing projects and priorities To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Systems DBA - DB2 in Dallas, TX

Systems DBA - DB2
JCPenney Home Office - Plano, TX

Basic Function:

Provides expert assistance in the development and implementation of the infrastructure to support the software systems needed to support JCPenney departments and businesses in carrying out their Company responsibilities.

Primary responsibilities include:

- Install, configure, optimize & support DB2/UDB in a mixed workload environment.
- Physically create Data Warehouses, and Data Marts that perform well and meet the client expectations.
- Work with the application team to design a balanced system tuned to the needs of the business user.
- Define database administration standards, policies, procedures, structures, and apply acceptable data content standards.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of multiple databases and related products in complex production and test UNIX environments.
- Monitor performance, space utilization, identify problems proactively, and ensure security, data integrity and availability.
- Develop scripts, documentation, and procedures for database administration within testing and production environments including stored procedures, triggers, files, tables, and table spaces.
- Support and tune a large scale, high-volume environment. Experience in installation, performance tuning, table space management, security, data integrity, SQL, stored procedures, triggers, query languages, UNIX shell scripting and PERL is desired.
- Database Backup and Recovery strategy implementation, testing and documentation. Analyze complex technical and/or Level 2 system problems. Lead projects or subprojects.
- Requires on call after hours support, including nights and weekends.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
An undergraduate degree is required (preferably a computer science degree); a graduate degree is preferred. Because of the dynamic nature of this activity, a continuing education in the latest data processing techniques is required. In lieu of formal education, 8+ years of progressively more responsible technical experience could also suffice.
- 5+ Years experience in IT
- 3+ Years as a DBA
- Strong UDB DB2 DBA experience (including configuration and tuning) working in both large production and development environments - using version 8 of DB2 on Unix systems.
- Teradata and Oracle experience is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

SQL Reporting Analyst in Dallas, TX

Develop web reports for Reporting Services in Visual Studio .NET 2003.
Manage reporting website using Report Manager.
Create and manage jobs, DTS packages, and stored procedures in Enterprise Manager.
Manage, update, debug and optimize reports and stored procedures for existing web reports.
Develop SQL queries for adhoc requests in Query Analyzer.
Convert existing queries/reports in MS Access to Reporting Services/SQL Server.

ABOUT NEWDATA STRATEGIES

Since 1990, NewData Strategies has been confident in its ability to provide comprehensive solutions. We are constantly reviewing our offerings to ensure they meet the needs of our clients. These varying needs demand our solutions be flexible and span multiple technologies. NewData Strategies solutions may be comprised of any or all of our offerings: one consultant for several months, certified or customized training, permanent employees with specific skill sets, or a complete project implementation and deployment.

NewData Strategies recognizes the importance of partnerships. As a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner, NewData Strategies has the expertise to consult, develop, implement, and support Microsoft specific solutions with superior results. Our success and dedication in working with Microsoft has elevated NewData Strategies to their highest level of service partnership - Microsoft Certified Gold Partner - Enterprise Systems.

CONSULTING
Web Technologies to include the .NET Framework (including C# and Java), Client/Server (Visual Basic, Object Oriented DBMS and tools), Infrastructure architecture and support (including Windows 2000, Active Directory, Exchange 2003 and Windows XP) and Mainframe (Relational DBMS to include DB2 and other development tools).

BENEFITS

Straight time wages for all hours worked over 40 per week
Direct deposit
401(k)
Key employee stock and profit sharing plan


Experience: SQL Server 2000, stored procedures, SQL query, SQL Reporting Services, Visual Studio.Net, DTS packages, web reports To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Programmer w/ PHP Skills in Dallas, TX

30 day Contract to Hire position for a Programmer in the North Dallas area!

Day to Day activities include the following:

* Code development for projects on-going within Spear One

* Development and Design of Enterprise Solutions such as Value Added Tools for Spear One

* Project work with deadlines.

* Small shop so some desktop support, network support, phone set-up and coordination with outside support groups

* 3 years experience required

* Core skills PHP, HTML, XML, JavaScript, DHTML, MySQL, SQL

* Nice to have (VB, ASP, Perl, .net, JAVA, Oracle, Irwin Data Modeling)

* Work consistently as a contractor or full time utilizing core skills for at least 3+ years.

* Computer Science Degree or equivalent

* Implementation experience within small to medium team size of 2-5 (prefer not to see lone rangers - hard to verify skills and background)

* Exposure to some development methodology such as UML, OO, Reuse, software life cycle model, agile, cascade methodology, etc- (It's not important they are experts in methodology or even if they don't know these specific examples. I'm

* Looking for demonstrated evidence of some organization or rational process in development. Some thing more than procedural coding.

Will phone interview immediately! If intersted, email resume directly to ndoyle@paladin-


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AIRS Certified Recruiter
Paladin Consulting, Inc.
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to see our Current opportunities available.
Experience: PHP, HTML, XML, JavaScript, DHTML, MySQL, SQL To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Data Analyst II in Dallas, TX

Produce accurate and timely data models, data analysis and reporting services for client databases, products and services as assigned.

Work with your team lead to identify tasks and schedules to meet project deadlines.

Provide clear, concise and accurate status to your team lead and management.

Develop and foster a customer service mentality when providing analysis and reporting results to internal and external customers.

Create and maintain data models for customer technology databases as new products and features are developed.

Provide accurate and timely analysis and reporting services according to project schedules.

Use sound judgment to determine analysis needs and scope.

Strive for zero errors in your results.

Participate in the design, development, test and evolution of the data import tools for the data management system.

Participate in the administration of all production, staging and development databases to ensure proper maintenance and execution.

Maintain effective communication and good working relationship with the development, QA and technology services teams.

Continually evaluate database reporting systems and tools to improve accuracy, efficiency and automate performance of daily tasks.

Establish and maintain deep technical knowledge of company products and services.

Seek to enhance technical skills through independent study, technical training, conferences and seminars.

Share your technical knowledge with other team members and provide technical leadership to junior data analysts.
Experience:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology or related field is strongly preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a data analyst

Excellent English skills both verbal and written as this is a client facing position.

Data Modeling

SQL development

Report writing

Relational Databases (SQL Server)

Stored Procedures

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

Estimation Engineer/Architect in Dallas, TX

Have an excellent understanding of systems from an engineering infrastructure angle. Have good knowledge of estimation processes. Candidate must have ability to work in a high pressure environment and multi-task. Should be a proven performer in an IT systems architecture environment and understand infrastructure.

Experience: Degreed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

C# ASP.NET CompSci Developer in Dallas, TX

A leader in its industry, this 6-year-old software company thrived during a time when other companies collapsed.
They are experiencing phenomenal growth and are aggressively seeking dynamic, energetic people to help take the company to new heights. They provide clients with highly specialized web applications to allow them to better manage their daily operations and sales processes. Their products are the gold standard in their industry and are in use throughout the United States and Canada. They provide clients with an unparalleled experience both through products and PEOPLE. They are a Service company whose service happens to be software. Their technology, partners, and customer base are far superior and more respected than any other software vendor in their product space.

We personally met the CEO and VP of Technology and came away with the following reasons why Software Engineers will be interested in this company:

Latest and greatest .Net technology ( ASP.NET 2.0) and a plan to keep on the cutting edge of Microsoft technology.

Great tools including 4 screens for each programmer and willingness to spend on tools to be successful.

Opportunity to be exposed to the business side of the company.

Little bureaucracy, more interested in getting the job done right.

People are empowered here and will have a lot of impact on decision-making.

Ability to see tangible results in your work.

Company is very people oriented, treats their employees wonderfully with an awesome work environment and additional perks.

Opportunity to grow based on performance; chance to build a career here.

Company is stable, and has doubled revenue each of the past 6 years.

As a .NET Software Developer, you will report to the VP of Technology. Core responsibilities are to design, implement, and support web applications to grow and enhance their business by providing the best systems to their clients and internal operations team. Their shop is based on the latest Microsoft technology from ASP.NET to SQL Server with an emphasis on standardizing on the C# language.

Great Benefits including 401k Plan contributions of 15%-25%, Medical Ins. (even covers co-pays), Health Club membership and a Max of 50 hour work weeks (meaning you can't work longer than 50 hours per week) + car wash every week.

Experience: Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

2+ years C# .NET Language

2+ years .NET Framework

2+ years ASP.NET

2+ years JavaScript

3+ years HTML 4.0+ & CSS

3+ years SQL

5+ years General Programming Experience To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Graphic Designer/Studio Manager in Dallas, TX

The Creative Group is seeking a Studio Manager with strong design skills. Experience: The perfect candidate will have a strong portfolio, great management skills, fantastic communication skills. You should have 5 plus years managing a studio and be a hands on designer. This is a fast paced environment working with large clients and quick turnarounds. The studio manager will be interacting with the sales team to create sales presentations, the design team and creative director and many times the clients themselves. Poise, confidence, communication and management style are all critical. Please submit design samples or a personal website when you apply for this position. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Project Manager in Dallas, TX

Candidate must have experience in implementing long-term phased rollout to different channels. Responsible for daily reporting of status to executives, scheduling ongoing rollout activities and ensuring key performance metrics are met.
Needed to drive the ATM strategy and coordinate individual projects in alignment with the overall strategy.

Experience: Senior Project Management (5+ years)
Develop strategic plans for a business
Manage client relationships
Able to apply technology to business problems
Forecasting experience
Design Process experience
Degreed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

SQL Server Developer in Dallas, TX

SQL Server DBA/developer to join our Enterprise Business Intelligence Team. The applicant must have a solid full-time background doing SQL Server database development in a Windows 2000/ XP environment. This candidate must be a self starter who is able to work independently as well as within a team. He or she will work directly with Lead DBA and will be part of a team of developers located in our Addison, TX office. Must be very analytical with attention to detail, results oriented, able to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively across a diverse team of developers, analysts, and project managers.
Support multiple server and databases in Development and QA environments. Work with Production SQLServer DBAs to ensure trouble free releases by following SDLC requirements and producing well documented release notes.

Assist Lead DBA with keeping patches and upgrades in sync across environments. Create and implement best practices for Transact-SQL scripts, triggers, procedures, tables and views. Preparing support documentation for Production SQL Server DBAs.
Ability to work off-hours when necessary. Experience in writing Stored Procedures. Perform database/application tuning and performance monitoring in Development environments

Work with Lead DBA and others to setup and maintain documentation and standards. Perform general troubleshooting and provide consultation to other team members on projects. Documentation of system environments. Provide technical training to other team members as necessary. Assist with code reviews.
Experience: 5+ years experience as an SQL Server DBA and developer.
Experience in DataWarehouse environments a plus

Experience with server, query and application monitoring and performance tuning. Extensive experience using Transact-SQL to write views, stored procedures, functions, etc. and DTS experience required.
Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience working in an SDLC environment. Strong ETL skills, DataMirror experience a plus. SOX and HIPAA compliance experience a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Oracle Financials Application Specialist in Dallas, TX

Responsibilities:

This individual will serve as a Level 2 Oracle Financials Application Specialist, providing BearingPoint managed application services clients functional support in Oracle Applications 11i(V11.5.9) and V11.5.10, in the areas of Oracle Purchasing, Account Payables, Oracle Inventory, General Ledger and Oracle Project Accounting modules. This individual will comply with BearingPoint standard operating procedures, and ensure BearingPoint client users are treated courteously and provided a positive trouble ticket reporting experience. This individual will also perform client transition tasks, knowledge transfer assignments, and audit assignments for BearingPoint clients to which he/she is assigned.
This individual is responsible in training the trainers at the client site in making them understand the defined/standard processes around Oracle Purchasing, Oracle Inventory and Account Payables modules. It is expected that this individual will work with Application Support Center as well the business unit in closing the books at the month end.

Requirements:

. Candidate must have 3 - 5+ years of experience in Oracle Applications version 11i, preferably 11.5.9 and higher. Knowledge of V11.5.10 is an added advantage
. Candidate must have strong functional experience in Oracle Applications 11i(V11.5.9)/V11.510, in the areas of Financials in the areas of Oracle Purchasing, Account Payables, Oracle Inventory, General Ledger and Oracle Project Accounting modules
. Candidate should understand importance of structured, controlled production environment, and have excellent written and verbal skills to communicate procedures and mentor personnel.
. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, and client-facing experience is a plus.
. Candidate must be self-motivated, assertive while possessing the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment.
. Candidate with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or any related field
. Knowledge of IT outsourcing services or background in production run support is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Java Developer in Dallas, TX

Roles & Responsibilities
Primary role is creating new code for web based J2EE applications. Participate in design, implementation and testing. Successful candidates will work as a team with technical managers and peers to translate business requirements into web based J2EE applications.

Candidates must be innovative, willing and able to think outside the box, a team player, share knowledge and receive it! Must be a solutions-oriented problem solver! Must be able to take project tasks and provide solutions with out additional resource involvement.

Experience: Required Technical Qualifications
* Proven expertise in Java J2EE technologies
* Jakarta Struts experience
* JSP/Servlet development experience
* HTML development experience
* Javascript development experience
* JDBC experience accessing Microsoft SQL Server Database.
* Middleware, Integrating Systems
* Modifying and understanding other Java / HTML / Javascript / JSP source code
* Willing to learn other technologies
* Hands on development and methodology experience in Object Oriented analysis, design and programming

Professional Qualifications
* Team player - share knowledge and receive it
* Action and results oriented
* Excellent communication skills - express ideas, keeps others updated, good listening and comprehension
* Strong ability to balance communication, collaboration and technical needs
* Enthusiasm and creativity
* Good task estimation and implementation abilities
* Bachelor's degree in computer science - required

Ajilon Consulting is an international IT consulting firm with offices worldwide. We have more than 6,000 consultants in over 80 cities in the United States, as well as in Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. If you're looking for a company that takes pride in its people, rewards loyalty, has a solid reputation and a passionate commitment to a global vision -- consider a career at Ajilon.

Ajilon Consulting Offers - Medical - Dental- Vision-Days Off - 401K - Paid Training -etc To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Cerner SurgiNet Implementation Specialist (4531) in Dallas, TX

Perot Systems Corporation is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients. We are currently seeking a Cerner SurgiNet Implementation Specialist.

This is a virtual, 100% travel position so no relocation is necessary; qualified candidates may live anywhere in the contiguous United States.

Job Responsibilities:
This person will participate in the implementation of Cerner Millennium SurgiNet applications at client locations.

Responsibilities and duties associated with this position include but may not be limited to:

File building, documentation and management of the Surgery Management System implementation

Understanding and designing the scheduling component of Surginet

Acts as the primary contact for application design issues that arise at the client site.

Assists client System Operation Manager in developing routine operations cycle.

Assists project team in developing, monitoring and managing technology support and operational implementation work plans

Coordinates with the appropriate members of the Project Team in policy formation and establishment of system and application security.

Provides support for testing and conversion activities.

Requirements:
The minimally qualified candidate will have a complete understanding of surgery processes and previous experience supporting clinical surgery or OR systems, Cerner SurgiNet optimal. The outstanding candidate will also possess knowledge of clinical departments to include ancillary service areas, previous hospital experience and knowledge of work flow processes; a clinical background in surgery or the ER/OR environment, and experience implementing clinical systems.

Required Skills:

Cerner Millennium SurgiNet application experience required (2 years).

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to manipulate data using Excel.

Project management methodology experience.

Excellent oral and written skills.

Desired Skills:

Experience with other Cerner Millennium applications.

Prior system implementation and/or support experience.

* Candidates may live anywhere in the contiguous United States but must be willing to travel extensively *

Perot Systems is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Perot Systems Corporation to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all Associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Firewall Administrator in Dallas, TX

Candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting of firewalls, networking and policies. Performing Administration, support, and deployment of Solaris and Nortel firewalls
Candidate must function in the capacity able to observe firewall rules to determine if rules are being used and removing if not used as well as reducing risk of existing rules. Candidate will interact with users. Candidate must have strong networking skills including routing

Experience: Degreed (+)
Must have Checkpoint Firewalls administration exprience
Must have Solaris support experience
Must have strong communication skills To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

SQL Server Support Engineer in Dallas, TX

SQL Server Support Engineer
JCPenney Home Office - Plano, TX

STORE TECHNICAL OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Store Technical Operations department is responsibility for architecting, implementing and supporting the computing platforms and technical infrastructure in the Company's 1100 retail stores, outlets and catalog distributions centers. The department is comprised of a group of developers and administrators responsible for maintaining the operational integrity of all store servers, workstations, operating systems, databases and other devices that make up the networked equipment environment in stores. The primary functions of this group include designing, developing and implementing tools and processes to integrate and maintain platform software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, test and integrate automated tools and processes to configure and install the base Microsoft operating software along with custom client server and web applications into the Windows server and workstation based store architecture.

Develop applications, tools and scripts to automate the process of managing, monitoring and updating the platform software for 4,000+ Windows servers.

Work with application teams to develop and implement the logical and physical databases models based upon architectural and development standards.

Optimizes database performance by analyzing queries, stored procedures and database structures and then implements necessary changes to meet application performance service level agreements.

Work with application teams to develop and implement the backup strategies necessary to support the overall store systems disaster recovery process. Develops the monitoring tools and reporting mechanisms to ensure all servers are backed up according to schedule.

Work with various application developers and development teams to insure their applications are compatible with the current store operating systems and workstation architecture.

Utilize structured project management methodology to deliver project assignments as assigned by management. Responsible for all project deliverables including project scope documents, project plan, issues logs, design documents, status reports and issues logs as well as other key project deliverables.

Perform analysis, diagnostics and problem determination. Document and follow up on resolution based on understanding the issues, risks and clients needs.

Develop the technical systems knowledge to insure a complete understanding of the entire Microsoft network architecture as implemented in JCPenney from end to end.

Provide 3rd level technical support and problem resolution for production level problems as well as provide on-site store support and training when necessary for assigned projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A four year degree in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of development, platform and/or database management experience

Must possess a solid understanding of current platforms and technologies including Microsoft Windows Server platform, Window XP Pro, Microsoft IIS, Microsoft SQL Server RDBMS and networking concepts.

Solid understanding of the development process, including analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release management and version control, contemporary testing methodologies, and deployment management

Thorough understanding of the Microsoft SQL Server RDBMS platform, data modeling, database performance tuning and optimization methodologies

Proven planning and project management skills with the ability to lead medium to large sized information technology projects.

Strong verbal and written communications skills, with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business and/or layman's terms

Strong analytical, problem-solving, account management, and conceptual skills

Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to work well on cross-functional project teams and foster team commitment to tasks

Ability to adapt and rapidly apply changing technology to meet business needs

Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing projects and priorities To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

VB6 programmer in Dallas, TX

This job is in the Support environment Experience: Visual Basic Programmer Programmer for VB6 and below desired to support and legacy systems at the client. Must be able to accomplish support and fixes without documentation. Must be comfortable working with custom applications. Must be comfortable as a support person and not a lead developer/programmer. Experience working in an Oracle environment a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Systems DBA - DB2 in Dallas, TX

Systems DBA - DB2
JCPenney Home Office - Plano, TX

Basic Function:

Provides expert assistance in the development and implementation of the infrastructure to support the software systems needed to support JCPenney departments and businesses in carrying out their Company responsibilities.

Primary responsibilities include:

- Install, configure, optimize & support DB2/UDB in a mixed workload environment.
- Physically create Data Warehouses, and Data Marts that perform well and meet the client expectations.
- Work with the application team to design a balanced system tuned to the needs of the business user.
- Define database administration standards, policies, procedures, structures, and apply acceptable data content standards.
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of multiple databases and related products in complex production and test UNIX environments.
- Monitor performance, space utilization, identify problems proactively, and ensure security, data integrity and availability.
- Develop scripts, documentation, and procedures for database administration within testing and production environments including stored procedures, triggers, files, tables, and table spaces.
- Support and tune a large scale, high-volume environment. Experience in installation, performance tuning, table space management, security, data integrity, SQL, stored procedures, triggers, query languages, UNIX shell scripting and PERL is desired.
- Database Backup and Recovery strategy implementation, testing and documentation. Analyze complex technical and/or Level 2 system problems. Lead projects or subprojects.
- Requires on call after hours support, including nights and weekends.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
An undergraduate degree is required (preferably a computer science degree); a graduate degree is preferred. Because of the dynamic nature of this activity, a continuing education in the latest data processing techniques is required. In lieu of formal education, 8+ years of progressively more responsible technical experience could also suffice.
- 5+ Years experience in IT
- 3+ Years as a DBA
- Strong UDB DB2 DBA experience (including configuration and tuning) working in both large production and development environments - using version 8 of DB2 on Unix systems.
- Teradata and Oracle experience is a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java/J2EE Developer in Dallas, TX

Candidate must have strong Java/J2EE skills.
Front end experience required
MUST HAVE Weblogic experience.

Environment:
Java, J2EE, Weblogic, EJB, JSP
Must have UDB/DB2

Experience: Ref #101161 Candidate must have strong Java/J2EE skills. Front end experience required MUST HAVE Weblogic experience. Environment: Java, J2EE, Weblogic, EJB, JSP Must have UDB/DB2 To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Programmer w/ PHP Skills in Dallas, TX

30 day Contract to Hire position for a Programmer in the North Dallas area!

Day to Day activities include the following:

* Code development for projects on-going within Spear One

* Development and Design of Enterprise Solutions such as Value Added Tools for Spear One

* Project work with deadlines.

* Small shop so some desktop support, network support, phone set-up and coordination with outside support groups

* 3 years experience required

* Core skills PHP, HTML, XML, JavaScript, DHTML, MySQL, SQL

* Nice to have (VB, ASP, Perl, .net, JAVA, Oracle, Irwin Data Modeling)

* Work consistently as a contractor or full time utilizing core skills for at least 3+ years.

* Computer Science Degree or equivalent

* Implementation experience within small to medium team size of 2-5 (prefer not to see lone rangers - hard to verify skills and background)

* Exposure to some development methodology such as UML, OO, Reuse, software life cycle model, agile, cascade methodology, etc- (It's not important they are experts in methodology or even if they don't know these specific examples. I'm

* Looking for demonstrated evidence of some organization or rational process in development. Some thing more than procedural coding.

Will phone interview immediately! If intersted, email resume directly to ndoyle@paladin-


Nicole Doyle
AIRS Certified Recruiter
Paladin Consulting, Inc.
Direct Line
to see our Current opportunities available.
Experience: PHP, HTML, XML, JavaScript, DHTML, MySQL, SQL To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

C# ASP.NET CompSci Developer in Dallas, TX

A leader in its industry, this 6-year-old software company thrived during a time when other companies collapsed.
They are experiencing phenomenal growth and are aggressively seeking dynamic, energetic people to help take the company to new heights. They provide clients with highly specialized web applications to allow them to better manage their daily operations and sales processes. Their products are the gold standard in their industry and are in use throughout the United States and Canada. They provide clients with an unparalleled experience both through products and PEOPLE. They are a Service company whose service happens to be software. Their technology, partners, and customer base are far superior and more respected than any other software vendor in their product space.

We personally met the CEO and VP of Technology and came away with the following reasons why Software Engineers will be interested in this company:

Latest and greatest .Net technology ( ASP.NET 2.0) and a plan to keep on the cutting edge of Microsoft technology.

Great tools including 4 screens for each programmer and willingness to spend on tools to be successful.

Opportunity to be exposed to the business side of the company.

Little bureaucracy, more interested in getting the job done right.

People are empowered here and will have a lot of impact on decision-making.

Ability to see tangible results in your work.

Company is very people oriented, treats their employees wonderfully with an awesome work environment and additional perks.

Opportunity to grow based on performance; chance to build a career here.

Company is stable, and has doubled revenue each of the past 6 years.

As a .NET Software Developer, you will report to the VP of Technology. Core responsibilities are to design, implement, and support web applications to grow and enhance their business by providing the best systems to their clients and internal operations team. Their shop is based on the latest Microsoft technology from ASP.NET to SQL Server with an emphasis on standardizing on the C# language.

Great Benefits including 401k Plan contributions of 15%-25%, Medical Ins. (even covers co-pays), Health Club membership and a Max of 50 hour work weeks (meaning you can't work longer than 50 hours per week) + car wash every week.

Experience: Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

2+ years C# .NET Language

2+ years .NET Framework

2+ years ASP.NET

2+ years JavaScript

3+ years HTML 4.0+ & CSS

3+ years SQL

5+ years General Programming Experience To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Data Analyst II in Dallas, TX

Produce accurate and timely data models, data analysis and reporting services for client databases, products and services as assigned.

Work with your team lead to identify tasks and schedules to meet project deadlines.

Provide clear, concise and accurate status to your team lead and management.

Develop and foster a customer service mentality when providing analysis and reporting results to internal and external customers.

Create and maintain data models for customer technology databases as new products and features are developed.

Provide accurate and timely analysis and reporting services according to project schedules.

Use sound judgment to determine analysis needs and scope.

Strive for zero errors in your results.

Participate in the design, development, test and evolution of the data import tools for the data management system.

Participate in the administration of all production, staging and development databases to ensure proper maintenance and execution.

Maintain effective communication and good working relationship with the development, QA and technology services teams.

Continually evaluate database reporting systems and tools to improve accuracy, efficiency and automate performance of daily tasks.

Establish and maintain deep technical knowledge of company products and services.

Seek to enhance technical skills through independent study, technical training, conferences and seminars.

Share your technical knowledge with other team members and provide technical leadership to junior data analysts.
Experience:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology or related field is strongly preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a data analyst

Excellent English skills both verbal and written as this is a client facing position.

Data Modeling

SQL development

Report writing

Relational Databases (SQL Server)

Stored Procedures

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

SQL Reporting Analyst in Dallas, TX

Develop web reports for Reporting Services in Visual Studio .NET 2003.
Manage reporting website using Report Manager.
Create and manage jobs, DTS packages, and stored procedures in Enterprise Manager.
Manage, update, debug and optimize reports and stored procedures for existing web reports.
Develop SQL queries for adhoc requests in Query Analyzer.
Convert existing queries/reports in MS Access to Reporting Services/SQL Server.

ABOUT NEWDATA STRATEGIES

Since 1990, NewData Strategies has been confident in its ability to provide comprehensive solutions. We are constantly reviewing our offerings to ensure they meet the needs of our clients. These varying needs demand our solutions be flexible and span multiple technologies. NewData Strategies solutions may be comprised of any or all of our offerings: one consultant for several months, certified or customized training, permanent employees with specific skill sets, or a complete project implementation and deployment.

NewData Strategies recognizes the importance of partnerships. As a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner, NewData Strategies has the expertise to consult, develop, implement, and support Microsoft specific solutions with superior results. Our success and dedication in working with Microsoft has elevated NewData Strategies to their highest level of service partnership - Microsoft Certified Gold Partner - Enterprise Systems.

CONSULTING
Web Technologies to include the .NET Framework (including C# and Java), Client/Server (Visual Basic, Object Oriented DBMS and tools), Infrastructure architecture and support (including Windows 2000, Active Directory, Exchange 2003 and Windows XP) and Mainframe (Relational DBMS to include DB2 and other development tools).

BENEFITS

Straight time wages for all hours worked over 40 per week
Direct deposit
401(k)
Key employee stock and profit sharing plan


Experience: SQL Server 2000, stored procedures, SQL query, SQL Reporting Services, Visual Studio.Net, DTS packages, web reports To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

IT Technical Recruiter in Dallas, TX

This position is located in downtown Dallas, TX.

We pay for referrals! For more information on our reward and referral program, please visit our website at http://www.frontlinesourcegroup.com/referral.htm

Enthusiastic, persistent, self-motivated recruiter with excellent interpersonal skills needed to join our company. This person will be responsible for identifying and delivering, to our business partners, candidates who have the interpersonal and technical skills that match their corporate environment, goals and expectations.

Job duties include identifying and maintaining a network of candidates for present and future submittal to local and national business partners. The ability to uncover candidate goals, abilities and motivators and deliver and close these candidates on client opportunities is key to the success of this position. The position also includes cold-calling and resume sendouts to clients.


Minimum of 2-3 years of IT recruiting experience with a strong focus on Software Development Technologies.
Knowledge of ERP systems.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Experience within a Fortune 500 company.
Self-motivated and able to handle multiple priorities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Experienced in both the corporate and public sectors of recruiting.
Bachelor degree is preferred.

Please visit us on the web at www.frontlinesourcegroup.com
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. Client will not sponsor visas.

Frontline Source Group is one of the fastest growing information technology and accounting & finance staffing and direct placement firms based in Dallas Fort Worth Texas.

Frontline specializes in matching top talent in the technology and financial arena with companies for direct hire, contract and contract-to-hire placements. We work with clients and candidates in all areas of North America.

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

IT Development Manager in Dallas, TX

You will get to work closely with the Client Applications and PMO teams to develop new applications, as well as enhance existing applications.

Our client is implementing SOA with Oracle's SOA Suite, an Intranet Portal utilizing C# .NET, an Internet website with C# .NET and a workflow application with Java. These are just some of the exciting projects you will get to manage!

Our client has a dynamic environment and a small company mindset that will allow you to have executive exposure. THIS is where your ideas and opinions will be recognized and valued.

At times you will have the opportunity to maintain your C# .NET skills and get your hands dirty with coding.
Experience:

Bachelors Degree

Excellent English skills

1-2 years of management/lead experience

3+ years of technical C# .NET development experience

3+ years SQL Server or Oracle backend development

You must be strategically minded with a broad view of the development lifecycle ( SDLC )

Proven experience interacting with senior executives and upper management

Preferred:

Exposure to Java

Masters Degree

KEY SKILLS: ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, Java, XML, Manager, Management, Manage, SQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Team Lead, Lead, Tech Lead To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

C# ASP.NET CompSci Developer in Dallas, TX

A leader in its industry, this 6-year-old software company thrived during a time when other companies collapsed.
They are experiencing phenomenal growth and are aggressively seeking dynamic, energetic people to help take the company to new heights. They provide clients with highly specialized web applications to allow them to better manage their daily operations and sales processes. Their products are the gold standard in their industry and are in use throughout the United States and Canada. They provide clients with an unparalleled experience both through products and PEOPLE. They are a Service company whose service happens to be software. Their technology, partners, and customer base are far superior and more respected than any other software vendor in their product space.

We personally met the CEO and VP of Technology and came away with the following reasons why Software Engineers will be interested in this company:

Latest and greatest .Net technology ( ASP.NET 2.0) and a plan to keep on the cutting edge of Microsoft technology.

Great tools including 4 screens for each programmer and willingness to spend on tools to be successful.

Opportunity to be exposed to the business side of the company.

Little bureaucracy, more interested in getting the job done right.

People are empowered here and will have a lot of impact on decision-making.

Ability to see tangible results in your work.

Company is very people oriented, treats their employees wonderfully with an awesome work environment and additional perks.

Opportunity to grow based on performance; chance to build a career here.

Company is stable, and has doubled revenue each of the past 6 years.

As a .NET Software Developer, you will report to the VP of Technology. Core responsibilities are to design, implement, and support web applications to grow and enhance their business by providing the best systems to their clients and internal operations team. Their shop is based on the latest Microsoft technology from ASP.NET to SQL Server with an emphasis on standardizing on the C# language.

Great Benefits including 401k Plan contributions of 15%-25%, Medical Ins. (even covers co-pays), Health Club membership and a Max of 50 hour work weeks (meaning you can't work longer than 50 hours per week) + car wash every week.

Experience: Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

2+ years C# .NET Language

2+ years .NET Framework

2+ years ASP.NET

2+ years JavaScript

3+ years HTML 4.0+ & CSS

3+ years SQL

5+ years General Programming Experience To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

ITCC Performance Mainframe Systems Specialist in Dallas, TX

Position Title: ITCC Technical Specialist
Department:Performance Mainframe Systems-ITCC

JCPenney Information Technology has an opening for a ITCC Technical Specialist within Performance Mainframe Systems. The incumbent will Perform real-time monitoring, measuring, evaluating, and adjusting CPU systems, subsystems, and network resources, maintains and
adjusts systems and subsystems to achieve internal Information Technology performance standards, and completes project-oriented work concerning Information Technology operations.
**You must be able to work 7pm-7am (Wed-Fri. every other Sat.)Jan.-mid July and 7pm-7am (Sun.-Tues. every other Sat.)July-mid Dec.

Responsibilities:

1. Monitors and adjusts CPU systems, subsystems, and network resources on a proactive basis in real-time to acquire maximum
throughput and efficiency and ensure Company performance objectives are being met.
2. Identifies potential system or subsystem throughput or capacity related problems and communicates to appropriate parties to ensure
workload balance, and to achieve internal IT performance standards.
3. Investigates user response time problems and tunes systems when necessary to help maintain internal performance standards.
4. Performs stress testing, analyzes the results and makes changes as directed.
5. Performs projects to address operation needs.
6. Responsible for design and maintenance of critical mainframe system components, including IPL configurations, production catalog
maintenance, and critical production control libraries.
7. Performs 3rd level problem determination on critical outages concerning any mainframe, midrange, or network-related issue.

Qualifications:
1) College degree or equivalent work experience is required. A major in computer science preferred.
2) 6-8 years of related data processing experience and mastery of application and Operating system/subsystem problem resolution on MVS and Mid-range systems.
3) Analytical and problem solving skills, working knowledge of MVS system components, operating systems, hardware, and components. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Compliance Specialist / Security in Dallas, TX

Compliance Specialist / Security
JCPenney Home Office. Plano, TX


BASIC FUNCTION:
Leads and coordinates the implementation and administration of information security products, systems, tools, services and programs
across the enterprise, including support staff (if applicable).

The qualified candidate will have a background in the following activities:
1) Perform I.T. risk assessments, risk and impact analysis, gap analysis, and scenario development. Document results to update and advise senior management on issues and appropriate courses of action
2) Perform assignments for ensuring compliance with policies and regulations that provide assurance that security and risk management controls are adequate and functional
3) Review application controls and identify opportunities for control improvement and automation
4) Support Internal Compliance Control testing and monitoring
5) Define and document data governance approaches for protecting key information assets
6) Participate in IT development projects to ensure compliance with access controls and digital asset protection requirements
7) Monitor and provide solutions supporting the remediation and correction of Audit issues
8) Perform Third Party audit reviews for policy and procedure compliance

SOX and or PCI compliance experiences a great plus.

Education: Masters or Bachelors degree, preferably in computer science or related field. Security certification (CISSP) desirable.

Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in Information Technology positions.

Core Competencies: Project management, leadership, ability to multitask; understands user departments' businesses; knowledge of security,
oral and written communications. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

DataWarehouse Architect - Informatica in Dallas, TX

Are you an Architect with Informatica skills that is looking for new opportunities? Our client is a fast-paced, dynamic Company that is adding staff to their Enterprise Data Warehouse Project. The project needs a Data Warehouse Architecture with Informatica development experience. The DWH Architect will be responsible for performing the analysis, building the logical and physical data models, next developing, enhancing, supporting, and maintaining extraction, transformation, and load (ETL) programs. Consultant will assist in writing Informatica source/target mappings, scripts and schedules for a mission critical enterprise wide applications. The environment is on a Unix, Oracle environment.

The initial focus will be on new development, enhancements, support, and maintenance of this Enterprise Data Warehouse. This role will involve meeting with various members of the business areas, performing the analysis, building the conceptual, logical, physical data models to completion. Also, the Data Architect will assist in writing scripts for the movement and archival of data from various source systems; developing the batch schedule, integrating with the Informatica scheduler; and developing an overall message architecture for Operations monitoring.

Additional duties include the security arena for web delivery of reports. Individuals with web development skills would be a plus! This individual will play an instrumental role in insuring its operational success and get exposure to and contribute to both the nightly load processes.

MINIMUM TECHNICAL SKILLS
- ability to write and support scripts
- Data Warehouse Methodology (Kimball, Inmon) knowledge
- Extraction, Transformation, Load (ETL) experience in the analysis, design, and development of complex, high-volume data integrations

Educational Skills
- BS or BA, desirable. Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or relevant analytical field.

This is an exciting, dynamic company, with a wonderful work environment! Consultants and Employees are treated equally and you are embraced by the Client as part of the team. Apply today!

If you are interested in being considered for this Opportunity, please forward your resume for Consideration and indicate Job Code. If you feel you do not have all the qualifications to fit this position, please forward this to a friend or co-worker.

Presently our client only accepting US Citizens and Permanent Residents. Candidate must pass a Criminal Background check, credit check, security check, and drug test before entering the assignment.

We would like to thank everyone who submits his or her resume for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. r2 Technologies offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a smoke free & drug free workplace.


Experience: - 10+ years Information Technology;
- 5+ years Data Warehouse data architecture and data modeling;
- 2+ years Informatica Tool development skills, performing the analysis, design and construction of an application, focusing on the ETL processes and programs;
- Ability to demonstrate in past work experiences the analysis, design, development, and implementation(s) of complex, high performance Data Warehouse solutions;
-5+ years RDBMS experience, Oracle preferred. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

CRM Developer - Siebel in Dallas, TX

Our services-focused client is a Dallas/Fort Worth based dynamic Company that needs a solid, results-oriented Siebel CRM Implementer. This is a full time position!

As a developer for this Customer Relationship Management (CRM) implementation, you will utilize your strong analyst skills balanced with your technical expertise with Siebel. Utilizing your technical background, analytical skills, business knowledge and communication skills to be a part of a team that monitors, maintains, supports, and enhance various mission critical modules. Candidates who have experience implementing enterprise CRM applications, complex databases, and understanding integration between various applications are highly desired.

You will have day-to-day interaction with all levels of management (c-level, executives, directors, managers, and analysts). Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Candidate will be trained and gain knowledge and experience utilizing Siebel Analytics, eService, EIM and EAI.

Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Demonstrate leadership in supporting customers in the development and maintenance of needs and ongoing and new Siebel CRM projects;
- Monitors and reports overall performance of information systems on a regular basis to ensure quality efficiency and accuracy.
- Creates and monitors project plans that direct the activities of assigned projects
- Ability to support various functions to ensure that the objectives of the project are accomplished on time and within budget parameters.
- Manages and leads IT staff to achieve project targets and priorities.
- Responsible for budget determinations resource allocation and timelines for all projects under scope of direction.
- Supervises monthly budget allocation;
- Mentoring and counseling team members in order to maintain a qualified and motivated staff.

This is an exciting, dynamic company, with a wonderful work environment! Company has excellent benefits, insurance, and BONUS program.

Educational Skills
- BS or BA, desirable. Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or relevant analytical field.

If you are interested in being considered for this Opportunity, please forward your resume for Consideration and indicate Job Code. If you feel you do not have all the qualifications to fit this position, please forward this to a friend or co-worker.

Presently our client only accepting US Citizens and Permanent Residents. Candidate must pass a Criminal Background check, credit check, security check, and drug test before entering the assignment.

We would like to thank everyone who submits his or her resume for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. r2 Technologies offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a smoke free & drug free workplace.
Experience: - 5+ years Information Technology;
- 2+ years Siebel CRM Implementation experience, Siebel v7.x preferred;
- Skilled in Siebel Tools - workflow, escripting, and assignment manager.
- 3+ years implementation teams in a diverse, ever-changing environment, global exposure a plus!;
- Skilled in production support, problem resolution, and security issues;
- Ability to demonstrate in past work experiences the database design, testing, and implementation(s) of complex, high performance solutions To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Quality Assurance Analyst in Dallas, TX

Be a part of the entire testing life cycle: plan, develop and execute test cases for our clients Web-based applications and their integration to customer ERP systems. Attend product design reviews, integrate test cases into the testing automation framework, assist with regression and load testing, contribute to process improvements, and work closely with developers and product managers to ensure success.
Experience: Sorry, but there is no flexibility in the listed requirements. These are minimums:

Local to Dallas, Texas

Excellent English

Bachelors degree

You MUST be technical and able to read ASP code and SQL Server Stored Procedures

3+ years of QA / Testing for Web-based, database-driven applications

Must be able to write/revise/editing automated testing scripts and writing library functions for automated testing tools ( Mercury test suite, Radview, Silk, Rational are all good tools experience ) To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Crystal Report Writer / Developer in Dallas, TX

In this role, you will be working with external clients doing report development for a proprietary application. Your responsibilities will include:

Planning, designing and developing Crystal Reports

Confirm project requirements

Review functional and technical specifications with project team and customer

Write detailed design documentation for each report (technical, detailed design, UML, User Interface)

Converting design documentation into quality code

QA of development by executing tests, updating test plans and documenting test results

If you enjoy working with end-users and are looking for an opportunity where you can grow as an IT professional, this opportunity is for you. You will be an integral member of the development team working with state of the art .NET technology.
Experience: Must have excellent English skills both verbal and written as this is a client facing position.

Minimum 1 year Crystal Report development (Version 9 or higher)

Minimum 2 years with SQL Server

Minimum 2 years wirting T*SQL stored procedures

Stable employment history

Preferred:

Degree Preferred

SQL Reporting Services

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

Crysta Reports & MSSQL Consultant in Dallas, TX

The Client is in need of a Jr. MS SQL Server Reporting Services resource to support an upcoming Crystal Reports to MS Reporting Services conversion project. The project will be in Dallas and will last a minimum of 4 weeks. This resource will be part of a project team working to complete the conversion in a timely fashion. Due to the heavy dependence on MS technology within the clients org, there is a possible longer term opportunity for a successful consultant on this job.

Experience: 3-5 years Crystal/SQL Server experience - Extensive experience in Crystal Reports development environments - Minimum 2 years experience with MS SQL Sever Reporting Services - Ideally 2-3 projects complete - Willingness to participate in a project team To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Data Analyst II in Dallas, TX

Produce accurate and timely data models, data analysis and reporting services for client databases, products and services as assigned.

Work with your team lead to identify tasks and schedules to meet project deadlines.

Provide clear, concise and accurate status to your team lead and management.

Develop and foster a customer service mentality when providing analysis and reporting results to internal and external customers.

Create and maintain data models for customer technology databases as new products and features are developed.

Provide accurate and timely analysis and reporting services according to project schedules.

Use sound judgment to determine analysis needs and scope.

Strive for zero errors in your results.

Participate in the design, development, test and evolution of the data import tools for the data management system.

Participate in the administration of all production, staging and development databases to ensure proper maintenance and execution.

Maintain effective communication and good working relationship with the development, QA and technology services teams.

Continually evaluate database reporting systems and tools to improve accuracy, efficiency and automate performance of daily tasks.

Establish and maintain deep technical knowledge of company products and services.

Seek to enhance technical skills through independent study, technical training, conferences and seminars.

Share your technical knowledge with other team members and provide technical leadership to junior data analysts.
Experience:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology or related field is strongly preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a data analyst

Excellent English skills both verbal and written as this is a client facing position.

Data Modeling

SQL development

Report writing

Relational Databases (SQL Server)

Stored Procedures

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

Hyperion Developer in Dallas, TX

Immediate need for a Hyperion / Essbase Consultant for a 1+ engagement in Plano, TX.

Summary:
Support Hyperion Essabse, Analyzer and Planner applications

Requirements:
* Detailed knowledge of Hyperion Planning / Essbase. Certification desirable.
* Excellent analytical problem solving skills and ability to quickly identify problems and recommend solutions.
* Experience in full life-cycle of project development including; Requirements, Design, Development, Testing, Roll out, Implementation, and Training.
* Knowledge of Hyperion Planning / Forecasting processes.
* Proven ability to confidently and assertively liase with business users.
* Ability to understand business process requirements.
* Adaptable in finding solutions.
* Excellent communication, team working, and client relations skills.
Experience: Desired skills: . To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here