Senior Technical Consultant (IRC 6655)

Senior Technical Consultant – IRC 6655

 

Brief Description:

A software developer/professional services consultant with primary responsibilities in implementing GXS's PIM application.

 

Detailed Description:

A senior developer with solid Java skill set, ideally from a C++ background. This person will have several years of experience as a software developer with exposure to several programming languages, databases, hardware platforms and Internet communications protocols. Well versed in web based technology, conceptual understanding of the emerging B2B exchange market, organizational skills, team leadership and the ability to motivate a team to meet tight project timelines.

 

Primary responsibilities also include assisting the Project Manager in the design, development, testing and deployment of e-commerce applications.  The ideal candidate will have a well-rounded technology background, ideally in a multitude of roles (Developer, DBA, Sys Admin, etc.) with a focused Java development skill. Ideally would be familiar with Oracle, CORBA, RMI, Java Application servers such as Weblogic or WebShpere, IDE environments such as Eclipse IDE, formal software development methodology including UML, SDLC, and CM.

 

·  Lead full software lifecycle development (requirements, design, development, testing) for commercial  software products.

·  Develop with Java and J2EE architecture, including Servlet/JSP, EJB, JMS and JDBC

·  Execute object oriented design principles and their usage

·  Understand software design patterns and their appropriate usage

·  Design and implement SQL databases, preferably using Oracle and MS SQL Server

·  Develop with n-tier design issues including reliability, performance, scalability, and security

·  Develop in UNIX, Solaris and NT operating systems

·  Interface with clients to understand requirements

 

Job Requirements:

·  Excellent Java programming skills, servlets, EJB, etc.

·  (Proven software experience with server side Java as well as Java Applets)

·  Strong general web oriented skill set consisting of HTML, CGI, SSL, web server configurations, proxy servers, LDAP and security issues particular to deploying web based solutions.

·  Background in web based software development.

·  Solid knowledge of UNIX, Solaris SUN, HP and NT operating systems.

·  Strong user knowledge of Solaris production and NT software development environments.

·  Strong database experience, particularly Oracle RDMS table manipulation, as well as ODBC and JDBC database access.

·  Experience with Global development.

·  Strong implementation, application hardening and production support skills.

·  Familiar with object oriented design, development methodology and Struts development.

·  Hands on experience in using source code control systems.

·  Ability to decompose a project design into manageable components for development.

·  Familiarity with reporting tools.

·  Familiarity with EDI and/or data sync transactions (GDSN).

·  Strong knowledge of XML and its application to web based data interchange.

·  Demonstrated leadership skills.

·  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

·  Excellent communications (verbal & written) and presentation skills.

·  Willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time.

 

Additional Details:

·  Must be a fast learner and have a consultative approach to customer interactions.

·  Must be a logical and creative thinker.

·  Must be able to deal with multiple tasks in parallel and to work with changing priorities.

·  Must be a mature thinker and be comfortable asking others for help.

·  Must have good interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate well internally, in cross-functional teams and with customers.

·  Should be a self starter and be able to work with little supervision or direction.

·  Enthusiastic, creative and energetic.

 

 

 

OVERVIEW OF GXS

 

http://www.GXS.com

 

GXS is a leading worldwide provider of business-to-business EDI and supply chain integration, synchronization, and collaboration solutions. The company operates one of the world’s largest secure business-to-business (B2B) global networks, enabling more than 40,000 businesses, including 75 percent of the Fortune 500, to conduct business together in real time.

GXS offers an extensive range of outsourced EDI and supply chain management solutions to help companies, both large and small, connect worldwide with their business partners, synchronize product and price information, optimize inventory control management and demand forecasts, and speed the overall performance of their global supply chains. With the broadest array of outsourced EDI and supply chain management solutions as well as an unsurpassed worldwide reach, GXS ensures No Trading Partner is Left Behind.

GXS targets the consumer products, financial services, retail, high tech, and automotive sectors. Its clients include Coca Cola, Panasonic, Pepsi Americas, DHL, Eastman Kodak, FedEx, Valeo, J.C. Penney, Bank of Montreal, General Motors, Tesco, and Citibank.

 

GXS is a highly profitable ($100m+ EBITDA), $400 million revenue business with a broad and stable customer base across the Global 1000.  The recurring revenue models make this business attractive due to consistent earnings predictability – 95% of GXS’ revenue is visible at the start of each year.

 

Founded in the early 1960s as the information technology division of General Electric (GE), GXS was later sold to technology turnaround specialist Francisco Partners.  It now operates as an independent firm.  GE retains a minority investment in GXS. Francisco Partners is one of the world's largest technology-focused buyout funds with over $2.5 billion of committed capital under management.