L. D. Sharp & Associates, Inc.
"We're in the people business"
Program Manager - Information Systems

*Base Salary: $80k--$100k annually,000.00
*Job Location: Windsor Locks, CT
*Report To: N/A
*Candidate Citizenship/Residency Requirement: US Citizen or Permanent Resident [Green Card Holder]
*Replacement Position: Yes
*Employment Type: Full Time
*No. of Openings: 1
*Experience Required: 3 - 5 years
*Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
*Travel Required: to 25%
*Target Interview Date: N/A
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
* Program manager responsible for leadership and successful completion of major JDEdwards ERP implementations as well as minor business critical IT projects
* Consult on best practices in the design, development, documentation, configuration, testing and integration of the business systems as a JD Edwards EnterpriseOne functional expert
* Ability to create the business models and business requirement scenarios and translate business functionality into object model and model the requirements at the subsystem level
* Create documentation and follow standards and methodology as defined by the Information Technology System Development Life Cycle
* A BS or BA in related fields. Graduate degree a plus.
* 4 year overall experience in J.D. Edwards functional
* PMI certification a plus
* Experience in at least four, full-life cycle implementations of current versions of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne as a functional lead
* Proficient with at least 3 modules of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
* Knowledge of business processes and best practices.
* Experience in developing reports in RDA/ERW
* Familiar with CNC concept, OCM mapping, and OMW usage
* JD Edwards EnterpriseOne certification is a plus
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Expert project management skills (PMI certification a plus)
* Strong interpersonal and team building skills, which demonstrates confidence and fosters a “ trusted advisor” relationship with the leadership team.
* Ability to manage effectively in a highly matrix environment
* Ability to solve complex problems
* Demonstrate soft skills: work well under stress; able to deliver excellent quality results with minimum direction and detail; professional; strong leadership qualities; self-starter
* Must be solid team player, able to meet deadlines, and handle changing priorities
-Candidate Must Have:
* Program/Project Management
* Bachelor's Degree
* JD Edwards
-Additional Informtion:
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: No
Bonus/Benefits: N/A
-Other Details:
Industry: Aerospace and Defense
Department: Information Technology
Relocation: YES
Specific Relocation Details: possible for right candidate
Housing Allowance: NO
Principal Software Engineer

*Base Salary: $65K--$100K Annually
*Target: $85K annually
*Job Location: San Diego, CA
*Report To: N/A
*Candidate Citizenship/Residency Requirement: Can Be A Citizen of Any Country
*New Position: Yes
*Employment Type: Full Time
*No. of Openings: 1
*Experience Required: 5 - 10 years
*Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
*Travel Required: None Required
*Target Interview Date: N/A
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
Client is among the largest global suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and industrial products. We design and manufacture aerospace systems for commercial, regional, corporate and military aircraft and are a major supplier for international space programs. Our industrial products serve industries ranging from hydrocarbon, chemical and food processing to construction and mining.
-DESCRIPTION
Client, a subsidiary of the parent company in San Diego, CA has been an industry leader for the provision of valves, electric actuators and control systems for use in gas turbines in the energy, industrial and marine engine markets. Main products are: Fuel Metering Valves, All Electronic Actuators, Control Systems, and Bleed Air Valves.
Precision Engine Controls is now part of Hamilton Sundstrand Engine & Controls business. With 125 employees, it provides its staff with the feel of working for a small company, with large company benefits.
Embedded software development for TI DSPs using the Code Composer development environment
Firmware design, development, debugging and documentation for applications such as realtime motor control, diagnostics and communications
Embedded and system software development and support engineering for HFG, ACT, XVG and other new products as assigned
Windows application design, development, debugging and documentation to support configuration, realtime monitoring, manufacturing, calibration and testing of HFG, ACT, XVG and other products
Software analysis, testing and preparation of technical reports for assigned projects and tasks.
Embedded and system software design and support for product test systems/equipment
Embedded and system software support engineering for other products as required
Establish standards for coding, software documentation and software reviews
Mentor and guide other software engineers
Technical interface and communications with sales and marketing, applications engineering, customers and suppliers as required
Regular reporting of status on assigned tasks
-ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* BSEE or BSCS plus minimum 5+ years of related work experience
* Highly skilled in embedded software development using C/C++
* Experienced with TI DSPs and Code Composer development environment
* Windows application development using Labview or VC++
* Able to apply formal software development methodologies in practical manner
* Accomplished in use of version control tools such as SourceSafe
* Strong problem solving skills and ability to make sound technical decisions
- Client is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
-Candidate Must Have:
* Experienced with TI DSPs and Code Composer development
* embedded software development using C/C++
* BSEE or BSCS plus minimum 5+ years of related work experience
* Firmware design, development, debugging and documentation
-Additional Information:
*Car: No
*Car Allowance: No
*Stock Options: No
*We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: Yes
*Bonus/Benefits: N/A
-Other Details:
*Industry: Aerospace and Defense
*Department: Software Engineer
*Relocation: YES
*Specific Relocation Details: n/a
*Housing Allowance: NO
Senior Software Quality Specialist

Base Salary: $68K--$81K annually
Target : $76K annually
Job Location: St. Louis , MO
Report To: Manager, Quality
Candidate Citizenship / Residency Requirement: US Citizen
New Position: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
No. of Openings: 1
Experience Required: 5 - 10 years
Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
Travel Required: to 25%
Target Interview Date: ASAP
-Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
Collaborate with Client's Quality, Engineering, R&D and IT organizations on effectively deploying Client's Global Policies and Procedures pertaining to Software Quality through coaching, training and actively participating on projects with a software element.
Participate on project teams to assure the adequacy and compliance of Software Quality activities and to provide in-project coaching and training by example. Collaborate with B&L Quality organizations and Engineering organizations in St. Louis to assure effective deployment of Client's Global Policies and Procedures pertaining to Software Quality into their local Quality Management Systems.
Assist Client's Quality organizations to plan and prioritize their Software Quality activities and to identify their Software Quality resource needs. Perform Software Process assessments to facilitate software process improvement initiatives.Shares SQA best practices through collaboration with peers at other Bausch & Lomb locations.
-Qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical degree. 3+ years hands-on experience with Software Quality in a GxP regulated environment in addition to 4+ years experience as a Software Engineer. 2+ years experience with auditing (Software) Quality Management Systems.
Solid experience with leading successful teams, maintaining schedules, dealing with resource constraints, providing guidance, and with identifying and recommending changes to established practices.
Experience with remote teams would be a plus but no pre-requisite. Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and a strong technical leader/mentor who persistently follows through on projects. Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
ISO and GxP training. ISO 9000:2000 Auditor training preferred. ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) would be a plus but no pre-requisite. SEI SW-CMM training would be a plus but no pre-requisite.
-Additional Information:
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: No
Bonus/ Benefits: N/A
-Other Details:
Industry: Bio-Tech, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical
Department: Quality Assurance
Relocation: YES
Specific Relocation Details:Temporary Housing, General Moving Allowance, etc.
Housing Allowance: YES
Specific Housing Allowance Details: See above.
QA Automation Lead Engineer
Base Salary: $90K--$150K Annually
Target: $0.00
Job Location: Redwood City, CA
Report To: Director of Engineering
Candidate Citizenship / Residency Requirement: US Citizen or Permanent Resident [Green Card Holder]
New Position: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
No. of Openings: 1
Experience Required: 5 - 10 years
Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
Travel Required: None Required
Target Interview Date: ASAP
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
Client is an exciting young company developing revolutionary software technology which is changing the way software is engineered. There are major points in the development cycle where it is almost impossible to predict how long it will take to ‘fix all the bugs ’. The need for a solution was clear … to create a suite of products based on ground-breaking Replay technology that would help software developers get their products completed on time, with as few bugs as possible.
-Top 10 reasons to join this organization!
* Break new ground with innovative technology that was previously thought impossible
* Solve challenging engineering issues which will revolutionize the software development process
* Work with and develop your skills in the latest Java and Windows technologies
* Join a smart, casual, but hard-working team that focuses on working together to solve tough problems
* Our agile processes aim to get results, facilitate company success, and develop quality software
* Make a big impact on the company’s success with your contributions
* Career opportunities are unbounded when joining an early stage start-up
* Interact with key partners and customers whose technologies are at the core of the high-tech industry
* Thwart the software crisis by enabling engineers to create higher quality software in less time
* Enjoy a premiere work environment and facilities at the Pacific Shores Center in Redwood City
-Position:
You will be responsible for researching, designing, and developing the Replay test automation framework, managing the QA lab, and writing regression tests. Work with the latest Windows and Java technologies, and apply QA testing techniques to support the creation of our “TiVo for Software” product lines. Collaborate with the design teams and play a critical role in helping implement the company’s vision. This is an opportunity for the ideal candidate to grow in their career goals and technology aspirations.
-Qualifications:
* Experienced in QA methodologies: process, test planning, test case development, testing techniques
* Expertise in automation tools and techniques (commercial and open source tools)
* Significant white box (programming) experience testing C++ and Java applications (read and write)
* Competent programming in Perl, Python, or other scripting languages
* QA test lab administration (computer specification and configuration, networking, maintenance)
* Bachelor of Science in a computer/technology related curriculum
-Nice to Have
* Team and technical leadership defining and deploying QA methods and tools
* Windows APIs, Windows NT/Vista kernel internals, Graphics and DirectX
* Windows or Xbox-360 game development familiarity
* Servlets, Containers, Application server expertise, Java EE technologies and application development
* Thrives working in a startup environment (diverse skill set, willingness to contribute where needed)
-Target Companies
* VMWare * Mercury Interactive
* Sun Microsystems * Hewlett Packard / HP * Microsoft
* Identify * Cure * Rational
* Purify * Compuware
* Intel * Symantec
* VTune * McAfee * IBM
* Seaway * Computer Associates / CA
* Zensource * Azul Systems * Xen
* TeaLeaf * Segue * Borland
-Candidate Must Have:
* Coding abilities in C/C++ and/or JAVA - in order to work with/optimize Regression Tests !
* Expertise in automation and regression testing
-Additional Information:
* Fantastic work environment that includes a full-service gym/spa with heated pool, rock wall, entertainment center, kick boxing, step classes, etc.
Facility has a gourmet cafe in the building... offices have game room and open space flow.
* Start-up organization with a very bright future ahead of it... project management, team lead, architect and director level opportunitys are prospects on the horizon
* VMWare, Mercury, Sun, HP, Microsoft, Identify, Cure, Rational, Purify, Compuware, Intel, Symantec, VTune, McAfee, IBM, Seaway, Computer Associates, Computer Associates, Zensource, Azul Systems, Xen, TeaLeaf, Segue, Borland
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: Yes
Bonus/Benefits: FANTASTIC business campus; career opportunities; pre-IPO stock options
-Other Details:
Industry: Computer Software & Services
Department: Quality Assurance , Software Configuration , Software Developer
Relocation: YES
Specific Relocation Details: Ask for details
Housing Allowance: NO
Service Level Manager -- IT Relationship Manager

Base Salary: $120K--$130K Annually
Target: $125k Annually
Job Location: Everett, MA
Report To: N/A
Candidate Citizenship / Residency Requirement: US Citizen or Permanent Resident [Green Card Holder]
New Position: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
No. of Openings: 1
Experience Required: 5 - 10 years
Degree Required: 4yr
Travel Required: 0-10%
Target Interview Date: ASAP
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
A senior technology manager responsible for the oversight and administration of Service Level Agreements between the client (line of business) and IT Services (infrastructure, development, architecture, information security, and business continuity planning)
-Responsibilities and Requirements include.
· Working knowledge of Service Catalogs, Service Level Agreements (SLA’s), Operational Level Agreements (OLA’s), and/or Management reporting within a CRM system would be desirable.
· Formulate, negotiate and maintain appropriate SLA’s between business and internal IT organizations.
· Interviewing IT staff and business users, gathering information and documentation related to Service Catalogs, Service Requirements, SLA’s, OLA’s, and documenting those findings.
· Drafting standards and procedure documents, workflows, defining reports, and possibly data-mining to gather historical statistics to support report building.
· Incorporate existing service improvement plans / programs into the Service Level Management Process.
· Analyze, review and facilitate IT service performance reporting on IT service performance against the SLA’s.
· Manage a scheduled Service Level review process with business and IT.
· Reviewing underpinning contracts and OLA’S as necessary.
· Recommend appropriate actions to maintain / improve service levels. Initiate recommendations.
· Creation and maintenance of a catalog of services.
· Act as coordination point for any temporary changes to service levels.
· ITIL Foundations level certification or above is desired as you will be working on a project to implement ITIL Service Level Management.
Minimum 8-10 years of technical and/or management experience required.
Job holder must have thorough knowledge of company's total computing environment, including daily operations, major roles, business impact, and understand the impact of hardware and software transitions on the environment.
S/he must be customer-service oriented and have prior lead experience defining and implementing service-improvement initiatives for a major client.
S/he must also have expert negotiation and arbitration skills and be able to effectively handle difficult people and high-risk situations.
-Candidate Must Have:
* ITIL Foundations Level certification or above
* Financial Services experience preferably within Asset Servicing
-Additional Information: N/A
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: No
Bonus/Benefits: Client offers a comprehensive employee benefits program. This opportunity is incentive eligible.
-Other Details:
Industry: Financial Services
Department: Information Technology
Relocation: NO
Housing Allowance: NO
System Integration Test Engineer

Base Salary: $80K--$94K Annually
Target: $87K Annually
Job Location: New York, NY
Report To: Director, System Test Group
Candidate Citizenship / Residency Requirement: US Citizen
New Position: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
No. of Openings: 1
Experience Required: 3 - 5 years
Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
Travel Required: None Required
Target Interview Date: N/A
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]:
NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
This position is an integral part within our System Test Group for para-functional testing, including Integration, System, Performance, and Capacity testing for a trading platform. The candidate must be driven to excellence with the ability to think creatively and to work independently. The candidate should be accomplished in the development of complex test scripts, designing, developing and executing automated tests. Further the candidate should be able to perform release builds into the test environment. This positions requires frequent interaction with developers as well as other members of the project team from support staff to VP levels, therefore the candidate must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
-Responsibilities to include:
* Serve as test lead for System Test Group
* Perform integration services for software and hardware releases
* Execute Performance, Capacity and Recovery Tests for software and hardware releases
* Document test cases, test plans and test results
* Plan, coordinate, and manage development efforts in the software cycle
* Provide support for other internal groups, including operations, application support, QA and development
-Job Qualifications:
* SQL Server
* Knowledge and experience with the complete Software Development Life Cycle including requirements, design, development and testing
* Database management and programming
* Messaging software: Tibco, Websphere MQ, Sonic, 29West inc
* Scripting languages: Perl/bash/ksh, etc
* Networking knowledge: TCP/IP sockets, routing, switching, firewalss
* Development experience
-Experience Required:
* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/MIS or related field required
* Financial trading systems experience
* Familiarity with Fix Protocol
* Excellent communication skills required, both oral and written
* Ability to work in a fast paced team environment
* Ability to work with multiple/shifting priorities
* Exposure to Six Sigma concepts
-Candidate Must Have:
* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/MIS or related field required
* Financial trading systems experience
* Familiarity with Fix Protocol
-Additional Information:
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: No
Bonus/Benefits: Long Term Incentive & Cash Bonus is performance based and will discuss during interview
-Other Details:
Industry: Computer Software & Services, E-Commerce & Internet, High Tech, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software
Department: Hi Tech, Information Systems, Information Technology, IT/DP, Network Engineering ,Program Management, Software Configuration, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Supply Chain Management
Relocation: YES
Specific Relocation Details: Will discuss during interview
Housing Allowance: NO
Senior Business Analyst

Base Salary: $90K--$95K Annually
Target: $92K annually
Job Location: New York, NY
Report To: Product Manager
Candidate Citizenship / Residency Requirement: US Citizen
New Position: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
No. of Openings: 1
Experience Required: 5 - 10 years
Degree Required: 4 Year Degree
Travel Required: None Required
Target Interview Date: N/A
Active Security Clearance: The Candidate Must have the following Security Clearance[s]: NOT REQUIRED
-Job Description:
* The qualified individual will be responsible for acting as an interface between our Options business unit and the platform development and implementation areas. They will also be involved in creating and assembling detailed business requirement specifications for new products/applications and product/application enhancements.
-Responsibilities to include:
· Participate in identifying user requirements by working on teams with a number of key individuals representing business and technology
· Document, communicate, and review requirements with product and project team members and sponsors
· Identify and document the impact of the requirements on existing systems and data
· Manage deadlines and work to meet feature requirements and customer expectations
· Assist in developing of testing plans, scenarios and scripts and participate in user acceptance testing
· Assemble, complete and distribute updates to key ISE documents for developers, testers, change management and our customers
-Experience Required:
*Must have previous experience writing business requirements and training materials
*Must be familiar with formal requirements gathering and management process
*Working knowledge of system design, architecture and application programming/analysis
*In-depth understanding of the software development life cycle
*Strong knowledge of equity or derivatives products, market data feeds, trade lifecycle and post-trade processing
*Understanding of the FIX financial messaging protocol a plus
*Bachelors degree in Finance, Engineering, Math, or Econonmics with a minimum 5-7 years of IT business analysis experience
*Previous experience in equity or derivatives trading technology for an exchange or brokerage/financial firm is prerable
-Results Expected:
* Ability to learn details of managed applications quickly
* Able to handle dynamic trading environment and prioritization of projects/issues among a large client base
* Accurate and thorough requirements analysis
* Timely completion of requirements specifications
* Strong attention to detail
* Management of multiple analysis projects for various applications, developed internally and by other solution providers
* Effective communication and coordination with development, test and implementation colleagues, which will include external organization
* Know and apply best practices in requirements management
-Candidate Must Have:
* Bachelors degree in Finance, Engineering, Math, or Econonmics
* Previous experience writing business requirements and training materials with a minimum 5-7 years of IT business analysis experience
* Working knowledge of system design, architecture and application programming/analysis
* Strong knowledge of equity or derivatives products, market data feeds, trade lifecycle and post-trade processing
-Additional Information:
* Join a team where a collaborative culture and vision for the future, a unique approach to technology and a talented and passionate staff are the key to our success.
* Client offers our employees a challenging, diverse and rewarding work environment. We provide our staff with the tools and resources they require to be successful. We believe a diverse workforce is an invaluable way to capitalize on the broad range of knowledge, skills and abilities employees can bring to an organization, and we are committed to maintaining this diversity as a means to help us meet our current and future goals.
Car: No
Car Allowance: No
Stock Options: No
We Will Sponsor/Transfer H-1B and/or H-2B Candidates: No
Bonus/Benefits: Long Term Incentive
Cash Bonus is performance based
Will discuss during interview
-Other Details:
Industry: Asset Management, Banking, Business Banking, Business Information, Engineering , Financial Services, Software
Department: Application Engineer, Brokerage Operations, Fixed Income Trading, Information Systems, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Product Development, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Supply Chain Management
Relocation: YES
Specific Relocation Details: Will discuss during interview
Housing Allowance: NO