Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Lead SQL Server DBA in Dallas, TX

Paladin Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Lead SQL Server DBA in Plano, TX.

Job Title: Lead SQL Server DBA

DIRECT HIRE

Salary: $90,000-$100,000 plus 10-20% bonus

STORE PLATFORM SERVICES DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Store Platform Services 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 install, configure and support the base Microsoft OS and database software.
. Develop applications, tools and scripts to automate the process of managing, monitoring and updating the SQL Server and Windows Server platform software for 4,000+ servers.
. Coordinates with application teams the implementation of upgrades and patches and to resolve any cross functional application issues.
. 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 application architecture and platform as implemented in JCPenney from end to end.
. Participate in design and code reviews, documentation of design and implementation of methodologies to ensure high quality software.
. 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 logical and physical databases models based upon business requirements as well as architectural and development standards.
. 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.
. Develop and maintain the database architecture standards and work with the application developers and teams to insure applications are compatible with the current operating systems and database standards.
. 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.
. Provides 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, SQL Server 7.0, 2000 and 2005, Window XP Pro, Microsoft IIS, and networking concepts.
. Solid background in database performance tuning, optimization for large scale transactional database installations.
. Proven experience managing a major database upgrade project where database versions are upgraded from one major release to another.
. Solid understanding of the application development process, including analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release management and version c
Experience: SQL Server DBA

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Solaris Linux Administrator in Dallas, TX

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for solaris linux administration.
Experience: REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must have 4-6 years of experience with Linux and Solaris 10 system administration.

Must have 4-6 years of experience with shell scripting.

Must have 4-6 years of experience with sql.

Must have 4-6 years of experience with STMP

Must have 4-6 years of experience with TCP/IP.

Must have 4-6 years of experience with SUN.

Must have 1-3 years of experince with network engineering.

Must have experience with apache administration.


DESIRED SKILLS:

Experience with Windows Server administration.



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EXCELLENT W2 RATES with LONG TERM POTENTIAL!!!


NEXT STEPS:

We are looking to staff the project quickly.

Please call or email at Contact below.


AVA CONSULTING is a NATIONWIDE recruiting company that helps clients with Resource Management. Our client base includes Fortune 500 and international clients.


***For IMMEDIATE consideration PLEASE send resume to: jobs at avaconsulting dot com ***

***To talk to someone IMMEDIATELY about this please contact 214.575.8880 ***

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Sr. ETL Data Engineer in Dallas, TX

Paladin Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Sr. ETL Data Engineer in Plano, TX.

Job Title: Sr. ETL Data Engineer

DIRECT HIRE

Salary: $90,000-$120,000/yr. plus 15%-30% Bonus

Summary: Our client in Plano, Texas is looking for a Sr. Data Engineer responsible for ensuring the support and implementation of the Enterprise Data Architecture within the future vision development efforts of our client. The objective of this vision is to achieve a highly managed data environment within the enterprise data model. Data Engineers will participate with the Application Teams and the Business Departments to identify, analyze, define, model and map the data relevant to the information needs and requirements of existing and proposed systems. The Data Engineer will be responsible for utilizing Extract, Transform & Load tools to map and establishment the required movement of data.

Essential Job Function:
Customer / Business Orientation:
. Focus on internal and external Customer requirements.
. Interact with business Customers to define, analyze, and deliver Customer requirements.
. Demonstrates proficient understanding of business processes being supported by assigned system(s).
. Develop business process understanding across multiple business Customers.
Project Management:
. Serve as a communications liaison between the business Customer and the Enterprise Data Architecture Team.
. Document and communicate assigned work progress to immediate project team, and management.
. Communicate problems or issues in a timely manner.
. Manage resolution of problems and escalate as required.
Problem Solving:
. Employ productivity aids in all aspects of assignments.
. Analyze and resolve problems of medium to high complexity.
. Research and recommend alternative actions for problem resolution, with minimal supervision.

Systems Development Engineering:
. Design, create, implement, and support databases to meet project and system design requirements.
. Implement moderately complex changes to existing databases.
. Install and configure new database engines and upgrades to new product releases.
. Implement physical data models at a project level.
. Create required data mapping to meet requirements.
. Administer ETL tool for Enterprise Data Architecture team.
. Create, document, and administer, and document database backup and recovery plans, capacity plans and security plans to meet project requirements.

Testing / Deliverable Quality:
. Assist less senior DBA's when testing new product and database engine releases to ensure features and functions are acceptable.
. Ensure integration across systems software and platforms.

Production Support:
. Analyze and resolve problems of medium to high complexity as soon as possible.
. Use database / system mgmt. Tools proficiently.
. Monitor and tune existing databases.
. Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve database and ETL problems.
. Provide general technical support to Services and Development groups.

Experience:
. Generally has 3-4 years work experience in Information Technology - Database, ETL, or Applications environment.
. Demonstrates experience with computer / network systems / hardware and software development methodology / processes obtained through formal training, education and / or work experience.
. Experience with design and development of multiple DBMS systems - Oracle, SQL Server, DB2/UDB, Teradata

Core Knowledge:
. Proficient knowledge of physical database design, capacity planning, security planning, backup and recovery systems, operating systems, data modeling, query language, at least one database engine, performance and testing, and software development concepts and technology.
. Proficient knowledge of computer / network systems / hardware and software development methodology and process.
. Proficient knowledge of technical / business environments
. Proficient knowledge of ETL tools and exper
Experience: ETL

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Hyperion Senior Consulting resources needed in Dallas, TX

RSA Companies, Inc. is currently working in conjunction with a leading provider of Hyperion consulting solutions to find senior Hyperion resources interested in joining up with a well-established and aggressively growing company. They are currently seeking strong Hyperion resources who would be interested in a number of consultative roles within their organization: Consultant, Senior Consultant, Project Manager and Architect. Competitive salary/bonus packages and multiple locales to be based and travel out of are available. If you would like to learn more, please contact tim.fuglei@.
Experience: Hyperion Essbase Planning System 9

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Java / J2EE Developer (Contract) in Dallas, TX

  • Design and document custom software solutions which include database models, software architecture, process flow, and web navigation possibly all related to an Open Source CMS.
  • Develop custom software solutions using technologies such as: Java, J2EE, Hibernate, MS SQL Server, Struts, Tiles, XML, JSP, HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, Flash and maintain all assets under source control (CVS).
  • Review end user documentation for accuracy.
  • Establish and maintain development, staging and production environments using designated tools and procedures to build and promote software through the development cycle and to deliver upgrades and enhancements and regular intervals.
  • Unit test all software components prior to release to QA and communicate with Quality Assurance (QA) during the development cycle.
  • Consult regularly with the Customer Technology Data Services and Technology Services teams to identify tools and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy of the technology services provided to our customers.
  • Bring ideas for new technologies, software tools etc. for use by teams across the company to make all of our products better.
  • Develop and implement effective, efficient and controlled software solutions.
  • Must be able to quickly assess and react to changing circumstances and new information.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with vendors, customers, peers, subordinates and management.

    Experience:
  • Excellent English skills, both verbal and written
  • 5 years software development experience
  • Java / J2EE
  • JSP
  • SQL
  • XML
  • Hibernate
  • Struts
  • HTML / DHTML and or AJAX
  • Web software development


    Preferred:
  • Red Hat Linux
  • Open Source Content Management System ( CMS )

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  • Senior Security Consultant - Forensics in Dallas, TX

    VeriSign's Global Security Consulting Technical Services Practice provides a broad range of consulting and forensic accounting services to attorneys and other parties involved in litigation, arbitration or mediation and other alternative dispute resolution forums, as well as fraud investigations. Specialty practice areas include business interruption, investigation services, intellectual property disputes, economic and financial analysis, and insurance claims services.

    The Technical Services Practice gathers, interprets, and analyzes massive volumes of data and applies financial, statistical, accounting, and computer forensics skills to provide cost-effective, proactive strategies and solutions to complex business disputes. In addition, we provide quantitative analytic solutions in instances where facts are at issue and the answers are buried in voluminous, complex collections of transactional data. We do so by developing the information management systems which allow our clients to manage that data so they can rely upon it to make informed decisions.

    The Technical Services practice provides its consultants with the opportunity to work on a variety of engagements across all major industries. We currently offer the following services to our legal and corporate clients in each of our offices:

    ? Digital Discovery / Computer Forensics
    ??Financial Data Analysis
    ? E-Mail / Electronic Data Investigations
    ??Fraud Detection / Disbursement Analysis
    ? Litigation Support Analysis
    ? Software Licensing Management
    ? Cybercrime Prevention & Response
    ? Electronic Document Retention Consulting
    ? Information Technology Expert Services
    ??Bankruptcy Claims Management
    ? Business Application Development, including engagement extranets

    Education Required
    Bachelors Degree required. Educational background in computer science / MIS, or other technical disciplines, is required. Strong analytical and database development skills are required. Technical certifications, or demonstrated progress towards certifications, in the aforementioned technical areas are beneficial.

    Travel Requirements:
    Extensive travel within and outside the United States is often required; incoming professionals should expect at least 50% travel. Many GSC engagements occur with little advance notice and are of indeterminate duration, requiring significant flexibility on behalf of our consultants.

    Other Key Requirements:
    * 3-5 years of experience providing technology consulting services focusing on database development, application development, and/or computer forensics in a law enforcement or Big 4 environment.
    *5+ years of professional working experience.
    * Experience with any of the following products / tools is beneficial: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Microsoft Access, SQL, Encase, Microsoft Exchange or Lotus Notes/Domino.
    We welcome candidates with distinguished professional achievement, a high level of personal integrity, a high level of energy, a commitment to teamwork, and a strong desire to learn. Ability to work under tight deadlines is required. Our selection process weights heavily towards the well-rounded professional who demonstrates strong leadership and technical skills in addition to being able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work in team environments and client-facing situations, are essential.
    * Experience in a litigation environment is considered a plus.


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    Cerner RadNet Impl Spec (10697) 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 looking for a Cerner Millennium Radnet Implementation Specialist to join our team.

    Job Responsibilities:
  • The Cerner Clinical Systems Analyst must work effectively with multiple implementation team members, including project managers, designers, business analysts, clinical laboratory team leads and operations team leads.
  • Participate in clinical systems design and architecture supporting best-practice solutions, implementing solutions according to the project plan and project timelines.
  • Participate in standardized enterprise design, documentation, database build, clinical validation and development and functional testing of Cerner Millennium RadNet Solution.
  • Participate in the development/execution of detailed implementation plans in conjunction with other account team associates.
  • Will identify, classify and document project meetings, project issues and design decisions in accordance with Perot Systems Project Management Methodology.
  • Project team members will actively participate in issues resolution, training or process re-design.
  • Will recommend best practice solutions in partnership with client and Cerner Corporation project team members.
  • Project team members will participate in development of standardized order catalog, nomenclature, clinical forms, flow sheets, MDI instrument interfaces, foreign system interfaces (FSI), QC and QA.
  • Develop and test clinical rules as required to support laboratory operations.
    Select or create appropriate scenarios to test all results (normal/abnormal) for use in end-user acceptance testing.
  • Participate with Client's Domain experts in developing training material and teaching/end user training for new technology Participate in conversion and post-conversion product support and assist project leads as required.

    Required Skills:
  • RadNet Implementation Experience
  • RadNet Scheduling Experience
  • Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skill sets
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate with multiple project teams and clients in a healthcare environment
  • Healthcare Experience in a hospital radiology setting required
  • Working knowledge of day to day radiology workflow
  • Clinical certification

    Desired Skills:
  • Experience with other Cerner Millennium applications
  • Experience with Project Management tools

    Minimum Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree

    Minimum Certifications or Other Professional Credentials:
  • Clinical certification / Radiology Technician
  • PMI project management certification desired

    *This is a 100% weekly travel position to the Western states. The ideal candidate will reside in the West.*

    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.

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  • DB2 SQL Developer in Dallas, TX

    Responsibilities:
    Design, code, test, implement and document application functionality & interface processing of high complexity for a large project.
    Conduct code reviews of .net/SQL Server and/or Cobol/DB2 applications developed by offshore to ensure adherence to standards, efficient coding techniques and support of functional requirements.
    Perform troubleshooting to identify root cause of poor performing modules.
    Monitor and maintain current system applications across various platforms such as DB2, SQL Server, & ADW.
    Interface with business user community and application developers to understand project requirements and meet user needs/expectations.
    Develops and documents architecture plans for applications, working with other areas including Technical Services to identify and evaluate alternatives and best practices.
    Experience: 8 - 10 years in systems planning and design specifically for server/web applications and mainframe applications. A minimum of 5 years or more experience working with Visual Studio .NET 2003, ASP.NET 1.0 and VB.NET 1.0 with an emphasis on developing ASP.NET, Web Services and Windows Services. A minimum of five years experience working with SQL Server 2000 (Table, Views, Stored Procedures, Triggers) & DB2 including DB2 utilities. Experience as the Technical Lead in large multi-phase Vendor software development efforts. Experience in working with Offshore development teams. Knowledge of synchronization of databases in different physical locations (a plus) Experience utilizing a central repository for SQL Server stored procedures Knowledge of messaging middleware solutions used for transferring data between SQL Server and other platforms (a plus) Proficiency in Classic ASP, HTML, Java Script, XML, IIS, DB2, Visual Basic 6.0, Windows 2000/2003, Cobol, & JCL.

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    Sr. C#/.Net Developer in Dallas, TX

    Paladin Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Sr. C#/.Net developer in Dallas, TX.

    Job Title: Sr. C#/.Net Developer

    DIRECT HIRE

    Salary: $75K-$90K salary + 30% Benefits Package

    Job Summary:
    The Senior Software Developer's role is to design, execute, assess, and troubleshoot software programs and applications. This includes configuring, coding, developing, and documenting software specifications throughout the project life cycle. The Software Developer will also oversee system maintenance in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide support to other departments where required.

    Job Responsibilities:
    . Collaborate with analysts and designers in the development and initiation of new software programs and applications.
    . Research, document, and implement program requirements and specifications.
    . Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
    . Oversee the quality assurance of program logic, data processing, and error resolution.
    . Run and monitor performance tests on new and existing software for the purposes of correcting mistakes, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging.
    . Develop an awareness of programming and design alternatives.
    . Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of application development best practices.
    . Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, programmers, and other software engineers to resolve any defects in products or company systems.
    . Take an active role in cross-departmental projects when needed.
    . Recommend, schedule, and perform application improvements and upgrades.
    . Train, manage and provide guidance to junior software development staff.

    Job Requirements:
    . Four-year college diploma or university degree in software engineering or computer science.
    . 6-10 years overall experience and 4+ years of hardcore .Net development in an enterprise environment.
    . C#, ASP.Net
    . SQL Server 2000 (Transact SQL, Stored Procedures, Triggers)
    . Data Modeling
    . XML
    . UML (Use Cases, Cross Functional Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams, etc.)
    . Understanding and execution of an industry standard methodology (RUP, Extreme Programming, etc.)
    . Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
    . Ability to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
    . Microsoft IIS 6
    . Windows 2000/2003 Server
    . Health insurance industry experience is a plus
    . Ready to take the next step to .Net Architect (General understanding of all Microsoft Offerings)
    . Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    . Strong interpersonal skills, customer service skills.
    . Team Player
    . Highly logical, self motivated and directed and keen attention to detail.
    . Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

    If you are qualified and interested, please send your resume to: hshin@paladin-. Be sure to include the job title in the subject line of your e-mail.

    Thank you,


    Experience: C#/.Net

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    Litigation Support Technician in Dallas, TX

    Cerami Search Group is a successful Texas based search firm specializing in the temporary, temp-to-hire and permanent placement of Legal, Accounting, Information Technology, Medical and Administrative professionals. Our clients range from small companies to large corporations throughoutDallas Fort Worth and North America.

    A large downtown Dallas law firm is seeking a Litigation Support Technician. This position is responsible for processing and managing projects dealing with electronic evidence as well as paper document projects. Other responsibilities are to ensure quality of document scanning, document coding, provide project statistics, and maintain firms internal database.

    Overtime required.

    To apply, please send your resume via MS Word attachment to .

    You may apply on line at: http://www.ceramisearchgroup.com/openjobs.htm

    Please visit us on the web at: http://www.ceramisearchgroup.com

    Cerami Search Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D

    Experience: Requirements for this position follow: Must have good understanding and have a working knowledge of electronic evidence and processing of electronically stored information. Should also have experience in Concordance, IPRO, Lotus Notes and LiveNote. This candidate will be in direct communication with attorneys, paralegals, and clients so you should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.


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    Microsoft CRM Specialist in Dallas, TX

    This position will be responsible for working with the client, establishing workflow, programming for deployment, writing code, tearing it apart, and putting it back together. This position is also responsible for customization and development. This position will also have the opportunity to go out on Sales Calls and interface with clients.

    http://paladin./careerportal/default.cfm?szCategory=candidateaddupdate&szOrderID=78572

    Contact:
    Marlon S. Monsalve, CIR
    Senior Technical Recruiter
    Paladin Consulting, Inc.
    214.254.3947 - direct line
    877.783.1995 ext. 3947 - toll free
    877.444.2373 - fax
    mmonsalve@paladin-
    Experience: Microsoft CRM 3.0 experience Experience with customization Experience coding workflow Experience with Visual Basic for applications (VBA) Experience changing javascript and html BA skills SQL is on the backend Plus Skills: C# is a plus for the software developer kit CRM certification - huge plus SSRS experience

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    BI Analyst in Dallas, TX

    Paladin Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a BI Analyst in Dallas, TX.

    Job Title: BI Analyst

    DIRECT HIRE OR Contract-to-Hire

    Salary: $75K-$95K

    Job Requirement:
    . Excellent communication skills
    . 5+ years business intelligence experience
    . 2+ years Cognos experience
    . Experience with Cognos Framework Manager - critical
    . Data modeling experience
    . Ability to gather requirements and design solutions.

    If you are qualified and interested, please send your resume to: hshin@paladin-. Be sure to include the job title in the subject line of your e-mail.

    Thank you,

    Experience: BI and Cognos

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    Senior .Net Developer/Jr. Architect in Dallas, TX

    Paladin Consulting, Inc. has been in the IT Staffing Augmentation Industry for over twenty years. Our corporate headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas, where we currently provide consulting services throughout the United States. Our services include contract and contract to hire opportunities in addition to permanent placement.

    DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
    Senior .Net Developer/Jr. Architect
    Dallas, TX.

    This is an opportunity with a large corporation working in the manufacturing industry. In need of a full-time Sr. .Net/C# Developer to join team with some experience as an architect. This is a great position for someone looking to move into an architect role.

    Skills required:
    5+ years .Net/C# experience
    Architecture background
    Migration experience
    Manufacturing Experience - plus
    Experience in large retail environments - plus

    This position will be responsible for coding, developing and enhancing the current system. Individual needs to be willing to make suggestions based on their current system and also be flexible to follow the client's business process.

    Need the following:
    *Experience with Agile Methodology
    *Experience with Microsoft Team Foundation Server
    *Experience developing in a small environment where he/she has done some architecture
    *Experience with any Microsoft ERP package - a plus (ie. Great Plains or Dynamix Ax)

    BENEFITS:

    We offer benefits to consultants including Direct Deposit, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and 401K Plan. PALADIN pays referral bonuses for your referrals - contact us for details! Please check out our benefits at:

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    Experience: Skills required: 5+ years .Net/C# experience Architecture background Migration experience Manufacturing Experience - plus Experience in large retail environments - plus

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