From rshepard at appl-ecosys.com  Tue Nov  3 19:00:40 2009
From: rshepard at appl-ecosys.com (Rich Shepard)
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 11:00:40 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Instant Action is hiring,
	and open house at Ground Kontrol (fwd)
Message-ID: <alpine.LNX.2.00.0911031058140.23554@salmo.appl-ecosys.com>

   And all this time I thought that back-end development came from too many
sugars and fats in one's diet.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:45:06 -0800
From: Karl Anderson <kra at monkey.org>

Hello all,

The company I work for, Instant Action, is hiring a senior back-end
developer for our Portland office.  On the Python front, this involves lots
of Twisted, REST, XMPP, and SQL clustering, with really interesting things
in the works like NoSQL, PubSubHubbub and other data pipelining, and OpenID
and OAuth.

We're also having an open house at Ground Kontrol on November 11th, where
you can talk about this and other positions (and drink free beer and play
free video games).

If you're interested, read the appended posting without paying any more
attention to the requirements than you would for any other posting written
by a recruiter, and send your resume and cover letter to
jobs at instantaction.com, or I can forward it as well.  And let me know if you
have any questions about the team.  Here's a link to the open house:

http://blogtown.portlandmercury.com/BlogtownPDX/archives/2009/11/02/free-drinks-at-ground-kontrol-also-possibly-you-could-get-a-job

Senior Back-end Developer, Core Technology Team

InstantAction.com is the new standard for gaming on the Web. With our unique
technology, we have been able to offer some of the most advanced 3D games to
ever be played on the web, the iPhone, and Facebook.  But, we're just
getting started. We are looking for some top-talent Internet gurus with a
passion for gaming to help redefine how games are played and distributed.

GarageGames acquired by IAC, created InstantAction.com, the first Web-based
videogame network.  InstantAction is located in Portland, Oregon and on the
web at http://www.instantaction.com.

Instant Action is recruiting for a mid to senior level product driven
engineer with 5+ years experience in ecommerce middleware development to
join our small core team of developers who build and manage the company's
web entertainment and e-commerce video game portals.  Bring your formidable
Python skills, experience in the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP), and
passion for coding, analyzing and troubleshooting large-scale web systems. 
Our fast paced and growth oriented environment is perfect for web developers
who enjoy having a chance to analyze site performance and influence the
design while developing the next generation of entertainment e-commerce
services and products.  If you love playing video games, that?s a huge
bonus!

Title: Senior Back-end Developer

Location: Portland, OR

Requirements:

     * 5+ years of web development on increasingly harder problems,
both in technical challenge and in scale
     * 3+ years building complex web apps and business middleware on
the LAMP stack - some MySQL knowledge definitely helpful.
     * Fluency in one or more of: Python, PHP, C/C++ or Java.
     * Experience with AJAX, SEO, CSS and JavaScript a plus.
     * SQL experience strongly desired, MySQL a plus.
     * Must understand the business perspective of development
     * Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and complexity analysis.
     * A strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
     * Fluent written communication and unusual verbal agility are strong assets.
     * Build systems that are simple and scale
     * Experience writing XML to web service APIs
     * Experience working with internal development and product teams,
balancing requirements, etc.
     * Experience working with fast-moving organizations.
     * Comprehensive computer-science fundamentals, BA/BS in CS, MS or
PhD is preferred.



Pluses:

     * Love of Python
     * SQL experience (MySQL preferred; knowledge of
horizontal/vertical partitioning a plus)

       - redundancy, scalability, clustering, high-availability,
analysis of complex systems for performance bottlenecks

     * Specific interest in local search or social networks



We are looking for those who are accountable, like working in a team
environment and thrive under tight deadlines but most importantly,
have a positive attitude, a sense of humor and who are passionate
about gaming or the gaming industry.

We are offer a fun, relaxed work environment, medical & dental
benefits and a matching 401K!

To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to
jobs at garagegames.com. Only resumes with salary requirements will be
considered. Please use ?back end, Core Tech? in your subject line.
_______________________________________________
Portland mailing list
Portland at python.org
http://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/portland


From tsharples at qorvus.com  Tue Nov  3 19:52:31 2009
From: tsharples at qorvus.com (Tom Sharples)
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 11:52:31 -0800
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Instant Action is hiring,
	and open house at Ground Kontrol (fwd)
In-Reply-To: <alpine.LNX.2.00.0911031058140.23554@salmo.appl-ecosys.com>
References: <alpine.LNX.2.00.0911031058140.23554@salmo.appl-ecosys.com>
Message-ID: <951E44D892C5448485B6D6E9D58B541C@tsharplesoffic>

Good point, but mostly I think it (OBD, or Oregon Butt Disease) comes from 
too much time spent on back-end development, esp. when coupled with free 
beer and video games.

Tom S.



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rich Shepard" <rshepard at appl-ecosys.com>
To: <plug-jobs at pdxlinux.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:00 AM
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Instant Action is hiring,and open house at Ground 
Kontrol (fwd)


>   And all this time I thought that back-end development came from too many
> sugars and fats in one's diet.
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:45:06 -0800
> From: Karl Anderson <kra at monkey.org>
>
> Hello all,
>
> The company I work for, Instant Action, is hiring a senior back-end
> developer for our Portland office.  On the Python front, this involves 
> lots
> of Twisted, REST, XMPP, and SQL clustering, with really interesting things
> in the works like NoSQL, PubSubHubbub and other data pipelining, and 
> OpenID
> and OAuth.
>
> We're also having an open house at Ground Kontrol on November 11th, where
> you can talk about this and other positions (and drink free beer and play
> free video games).
>
> If you're interested, read the appended posting without paying any more
> attention to the requirements than you would for any other posting written
> by a recruiter, and send your resume and cover letter to
> jobs at instantaction.com, or I can forward it as well.  And let me know if 
> you
> have any questions about the team.  Here's a link to the open house:
>
> http://blogtown.portlandmercury.com/BlogtownPDX/archives/2009/11/02/free-drinks-at-ground-kontrol-also-possibly-you-could-get-a-job
>
> Senior Back-end Developer, Core Technology Team
>
> InstantAction.com is the new standard for gaming on the Web. With our 
> unique
> technology, we have been able to offer some of the most advanced 3D games 
> to
> ever be played on the web, the iPhone, and Facebook.  But, we're just
> getting started. We are looking for some top-talent Internet gurus with a
> passion for gaming to help redefine how games are played and distributed.
>
> GarageGames acquired by IAC, created InstantAction.com, the first 
> Web-based
> videogame network.  InstantAction is located in Portland, Oregon and on 
> the
> web at http://www.instantaction.com.
>
> Instant Action is recruiting for a mid to senior level product driven
> engineer with 5+ years experience in ecommerce middleware development to
> join our small core team of developers who build and manage the company's
> web entertainment and e-commerce video game portals.  Bring your 
> formidable
> Python skills, experience in the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP), 
> and
> passion for coding, analyzing and troubleshooting large-scale web systems.
> Our fast paced and growth oriented environment is perfect for web 
> developers
> who enjoy having a chance to analyze site performance and influence the
> design while developing the next generation of entertainment e-commerce
> services and products.  If you love playing video games, that?s a huge
> bonus!
>
> Title: Senior Back-end Developer
>
> Location: Portland, OR
>
> Requirements:
>
>     * 5+ years of web development on increasingly harder problems,
> both in technical challenge and in scale
>     * 3+ years building complex web apps and business middleware on
> the LAMP stack - some MySQL knowledge definitely helpful.
>     * Fluency in one or more of: Python, PHP, C/C++ or Java.
>     * Experience with AJAX, SEO, CSS and JavaScript a plus.
>     * SQL experience strongly desired, MySQL a plus.
>     * Must understand the business perspective of development
>     * Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and complexity analysis.
>     * A strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
>     * Fluent written communication and unusual verbal agility are strong 
> assets.
>     * Build systems that are simple and scale
>     * Experience writing XML to web service APIs
>     * Experience working with internal development and product teams,
> balancing requirements, etc.
>     * Experience working with fast-moving organizations.
>     * Comprehensive computer-science fundamentals, BA/BS in CS, MS or
> PhD is preferred.
>
>
>
> Pluses:
>
>     * Love of Python
>     * SQL experience (MySQL preferred; knowledge of
> horizontal/vertical partitioning a plus)
>
>       - redundancy, scalability, clustering, high-availability,
> analysis of complex systems for performance bottlenecks
>
>     * Specific interest in local search or social networks
>
>
>
> We are looking for those who are accountable, like working in a team
> environment and thrive under tight deadlines but most importantly,
> have a positive attitude, a sense of humor and who are passionate
> about gaming or the gaming industry.
>
> We are offer a fun, relaxed work environment, medical & dental
> benefits and a matching 401K!
>
> To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to
> jobs at garagegames.com. Only resumes with salary requirements will be
> considered. Please use ?back end, Core Tech? in your subject line.
> _______________________________________________
> Portland mailing list
> Portland at python.org
> http://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/portland
> _______________________________________________
> PLUG-jobs mailing list
> PLUG-jobs at lists.pdxlinux.org
> http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug-jobs 



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From rshepard at appl-ecosys.com  Tue Nov 10 18:44:06 2009
From: rshepard at appl-ecosys.com (Rich Shepard)
Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:44:06 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Open Source Architect (fwd)
Message-ID: <alpine.LNX.2.00.0911101043320.29889@salmo.appl-ecosys.com>

---------- Forwarded message ----------
Hi all,

I just received this message about a local job opening.  I don't need it so
I thought I should pass it along to the group.  It doesn't mention Python,
but there are some other skills mentioned where there would probably be some
overlap.

Robin
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From rshepard at appl-ecosys.com  Tue Nov 10 19:02:51 2009
From: rshepard at appl-ecosys.com (Rich Shepard)
Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:02:51 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Open Source Architect (fwd)
Message-ID: <alpine.LNX.2.00.0911101101080.29889@salmo.appl-ecosys.com>

---------- Forwarded message ----------

Oops, I didn't realize that this ml was configured to drop attachments. 
Here is the text from the original message:

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hi Robin...

I ran across your information in LinkedIn while doing a search for an Architect 
position for a local company. I was curious if you or anyone you know might 
have interest in exploring this opportunity? Thank you!

Our client is currently recruiting a Web Architect contractor. This 6 month 
contract position will be reporting to the CTO and may lead to a full-time 
position.

The ideal candidate will be local and available to start work in the next week 
to two.

- This position will focus on designing/building/maintaining the IT 
infrastructure for web based applications.
- The position will mostly involve architecting web solutions with Open Source 
solutions: Linux, Java, Geronimo, PostgreSQL, etc.

Our client is moving from a Windows-based, client-server adaptive assessment 
system to an Open Source-based, web delivery adaptive assessment system. The 
application coding has been going on for almost a year and scheduled to 
complete in early January.

Some of the IBM development team will start rolling off in Nov. Several IBM 
team members will be here through Mar-Apr timeframe when acceptance testing of 
their deliverables is scheduled to complete. A knowledge transfer plan is 
already in place and underway. This Web Architect position will be working with 
the IBM members through acceptance testing and also with key client personnel 
to complete this engagement?s deliverables.

Duties:
1. Create Infrastructure Design Document {IDD} for Macro Design.
2. Oversee and approve creation of Micro Design and Configuration Guides
3. Technical oversight of Deployment through Beta test environment being ready 
for start of Beta Test
4. The IDD should have sections on different environments such as QA2, 
Performance Testing, Staging(Beta) and Production
5. For each environment, the IDD should have sections on load balancers, 
Firewalls, HTTP servers, LDAP Servers, Single-sign-on servers, Applications 
server, Data base servers, Storage and other misc components.
6. Work with the joint client/IBM Infrastructure team, build consensus, prepare 
materials to go through ARB {Architecture Review Board}.
7. Work with other client and IBM teams and team members on other related 
tasks.

Deliverable:
IDD for Macro Design, Micro Design and Implementation of Environments.


Required Qualifications
5+ years as a dedicated Web Architect focused on OPEN SOURCE tools and 
technologies, ideally: Linux or Unix), Java, Apache Geronimo (or other web 
servers), PostgreSQL (or MySQL).

Cherice Withers
Principal, Recruiting Consultant
Ally Recruiting
cherice at allyrecruiting.com
503-201-2161

www.allyrecruiting.com


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From Raj at everestinc.com  Tue Nov 17 01:07:13 2009
From: Raj at everestinc.com (Raj Kumar)
Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:07:13 -0800
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Software Engineer - Python, Build, Linux
Message-ID: <FC814FBA1E8EA546B7F25AD72234F51F2D78AFA23B@EVEREST.everestinc.com>

Title: Software Engineer - Python, Build, Linux
Duration: 3-6 months
Location: Hillsboro, OR
% of travel required: 5% Chandler
Years of Experience Desired: 2+ years software development experience on Python-(must skill) and Linux, or C/C++.
Expertise Level: Mid level
Project Description:
---------------------------
Development of build, release, and validation automation. Results in reduced need for manual work in said areas. Will be used to do software builds and will be deployed as part of in-house test automation.
Daily Responsibilities:
-----------------------------
Work as a software engineer developing, enhancing, and testing Linux-based automation tools:
.Automate build, packaging and release of a Linux-based embedded software product (70% complete today).
.Automate attended and unattended testing of the embedded software product.
.Automate other aspects of the s/w development and testing processes.
Candidate will work in a small SW development team doing s/w development and unit-testing. Some documentation work is required, some build and release work to test new features, some work supporting the use of the automation by others in the group.
Necessary Skills (Must Have):
----------------------------------------
.Ability to write code from specifications.
.Good unit-testing and source code documentation skills.
.Ability to research and propose solutions to problems.
.Good source code management (SCM) and defect management skills.
.Good understanding of XML, XSLT, Python, Automation, CSS.
Additional Skills Desired (Nice to Have):
-----------------------------------------------------
.Object-oriented design and implementation.
.Familiarity with Python web development frameworks such as Django or Turbogears.
.Familiarity with software build and releases tools for Linux such as GNU make, RPM, YUM.

Raj Kumar
Everest Consultants Inc.
503-941-4157
http://www.everestinc.com

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From: rshepard at appl-ecosys.com (Rich Shepard)
Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:37:16 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [PLUG-JOBS] Python Build Automation Engineer (fwd)
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Hello,

I have any opening for a 3-6 month contract in Hillsboro, OR, doing build,
release and validation SW engineering in Python in an embedded Linux
environment. The rate is $30-40/hour W2. Please email resume to
rwagoner at volt.com if interested and I'll send the complete description.

This is my first time posting, however I didn't see a separate place for job
postings, so apologies in advance if I've goofed. Thanks!!

Roger Wagoner
Technical Recruiter
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Volt Technical Resources
1300 SW 5th Ave, Suite 2600 | Portland, OR 97201
t: 503.227.3332 | f: 503.227.8944
rwagoner at volt.com <mailto:ename at volt.com>  | www.volt.com
<http://www.volt.com/>