Entry Level Java developer (and websphere admin) on Unix

A career with Verizon Wireless is not like a career anywhere else. Our dynamic, innovative, high-growth environment, combined with a genuine desire to make success achievable at work and in life, translates into award-winning training and benefits, a strong commitment to diversity, and exceptional opportunities for professional growth for every member of the Verizon Wireless team. A respected industry leader, Verizon Wireless is home to the most reliable network, quality products and services, and customer service that is second to none. As we work to stay at the leading edge technologically, we remain committed to offering customers across the U.S. the most reliable service on the nation's best wireless voice and data network, and offering employees unlimited opportunities to excel. Job Description Entry Level Java developer (and websphere admin) on Unix p { font-size: 11px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 12px; } Responsibilities This is an entry level position.We are seeking a recent graduate from a 4yr college or university. The incumbent will be working on true cutting edge applications.The candidate will be administering VZW's application servers (websphere) on a Unix platform and will be doing java development approximately 20% of the time. This team is responsible for our handset self service applications as well as customer commucations enterprise systems. The Member of Applications Staff works as a member of the Applications Development team. Typically, the incumbent will require close supervision and a significant amount of training. However, it is expected that the Member of Applications Staff will increasingly demonstrate the ability to work independently.Works as a team member on small to intermediate size projects of low to average complexity. Works under the direction and supervision of senior applications staff and management. Completes assigned applications tasks on time (e.g., design, development, testing, maintenance, documentation, etc.). Performs problem resolution activities according to established procedures and makes supervised decisions that impact assignments. Proactively communicates status reports and critical issues to manager. Successfully completes all relevant technical and professional training programs in accordance with Performance Agreement goals and objectives. p { font-size: 11px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 12px; } Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science/Information Systems with a solid foundation in Java programming.Knowledge of Unix scriptingAny experience with Websphere is a major plus (not a must)Technical aptitude, including the ability to understand detailed technical informationPC literacy, including working knowledge of desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, e-mail, etc.)Working knowledge of information systems conceptsGood interpersonal skills, including the ability to follow directionsGood organizational and problem solving abilitiesGood verbal and written communications skills We are an equal opportunity employer m/f/d/v. It takes dedicated, hard-working people like you to provide the nation's best, most reliable wireless network. That's why we offer some of the best benefits around. And the best part is, the day you start is the day your medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation, training and tuition reimbursement benefits start.We also know how important work/life issues are in today's marketplace. And we reward you with competitive time off and employee assistance programs so you can manage work with the rest of your life. We are an equal opportunity employer. m/f/d/v Career Video http://www.view-career-video.com/videos/vzw/ Careers Site http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/aboutUs/careers/index.jsp Privacy Statement