Systems Engineer Job Posting

Job Title:	Systems Engineer - Platform
Company:	Sheridan Morton, Information Technology Resources
Position Type:	Permanent
Pay Rate:	90,000 - 130,000
Date Posted:	Jul-01-09

Systems Engineer - Platform

Our client, a publicly traded leader in Wireless Data Communication Solutions, has engaged us to assist them with their Systems Engineer -- Platform position located in Calgary, AB.
Summary Description:
The primary responsibility of this position is the design, development and implementation of software, written in C++ and Java, in a multi-threaded UNIX environment.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
• Works closely and effectively with other members of the development team to produce software solutions that satisfy the company's business requirements.
• Designs software components and systems in conjunction with the functional analyst(s). These designs may entail the use of industry best practices and methodologies such as the Unified Method. Verifies the completed software adheres to the agreed-upon specifications.
• Implements, in conjunction with other development team members, components, libraries, and applications. This software will generally be written in C++ within the Unix (Solaris) architecture.
• Produces the necessary documentation for this software. This documentation will range from standard in-source comments to end-user documentation, which will be done in cooperation with technical writers.
• Works with members of the QA team to ensure that the software has minimal defects and provides the desired functionality and performance before it is deployed.
• Works closely with the Manager of Development and Project Management to schedule development activities, report progress, and in general, improve the team's ability to deliver high-quality software in a rapid and predictable manner.
• Communicates with and/or supports, when needed, other teams within the company, as well as its customers, partners, and vendors, as needed to promote the interests of the business.
• Attends all necessary departmental, company, or project meetings as required or requested by the Manager, Development.
• Keeps up-to-date on technology that is pertinent to the business and actively seeks to share that knowledge with other team members.
Experience & Other Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree (preferably in Computer Science or similar discipline) from a four-year college or equivalent.
• Minimum 10+ years programming experience developing software using C++ and within a multi-threaded Unix (preferably Solaris) environment.
• Experience with and thorough understanding of Object Oriented techniques and methodologies such as the Unified Method and the Unified Modeling Language (UML).
• SS7 Experience; i.e. TCAP, GSM, IS41, ISUP Preferred
(Wireless E911 or JSTD036 a plus).
• Experience with multi-threaded programming techniques.
• Experience developing Distributed Applications
• Ability and desire to work as a part of a team of other highly skilled developers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage own work effort when required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Preference would be someone with an application - mapping and a messaging background.

Our client understands the value of its employees and thus offers an attractive compensation, a flexible work schedule, stock options, benefits and additional perks.

Please email your resume to resumes@sheridanmorton.com

Please put Systems Engineer -- Platform in the subject line of your email.

Thank you in advance.

Location:	Canada-AB-Calgary
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Bob Morton
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:	resumes@sheridanmorton.com
Contact Comments:
email: resumes@sheridanmorton.com