Job Searching Through the Holidays?

I know that everyone thinks that employers don't hire throughout the holidays, but let me tell you how WRONG that is! I've been a recruiter for over 8 years now, and every year I expect for business to slow down during the holidays and EVERY YEAR I'm surprised. Maybe next year I'll remind myself of this blog post...

So for those of you that are seeking work - now is a great time to submit resumes for review, get hiring managers and recruiters on the phone, and set roots in place for your job search. Right now, I'm posting positions on job boards with the intentions of coming back January 3rd and having some great candidates from whom to choose!

And meanwhile, I have placed two engineers *this week* - so don't let anyone tell you that companies don't hire during the holidays - it's simply not true!

Happy holidays and good luck with your job searches!

Miss Recruiter

Plaxo

So I just got invited to a networking tool called Plaxo - http://www.plaxo.com/. I'm not quite sure what to expect from this - is it a networking tool, information storing site, potential recruiting tool? If anyone out there has any information to share about your experience with Plaxo, I'd love to hear it!!

Miss Recruiter

Mission Statement

I will take action to improve my skills as an HR professional to improve processes and efficacy for hiring and provide value to the staffing process for my client while using my innate client focus and keen perceptivity of human behavior in order to hire quality technical professionals. Eventually, I will successfully become a top independent recruiting professional in California and nationwide.

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I went to a professional development event this morning and we went through an exercise to determine our future professional goals and mission statement; this is what I created. Whatcha think?

Miss Recruiter

Wherefore Art Thou, .NET Architect???

Fair Isaac Corporation is looking for Senior Software Engineer and Architect in NORCROSS, GEORGIA that has hands-on experience with the .NET platform, has demonstrated leadership abilities and a proven track record of successfully delivering enterprise-grade ecommerce solutions. This position will be involved in multiple aspects of the development process and must have the skills and desire to play a variety of roles and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

•Provide senior-level application architectural leadership within a fast paced organization following a variant of the Unified Process (OpenUP). This will involve early-phase requirement assessments, prototyping, level-of-effort estimation, and Technical Designs that lead to the production of application architectures that maximize processing efficiency, security and component reuse.
•Provide senior-level technical leadership to teams of application engineers. Will champion new solutions and approaches and guide successful technical adoption through mentoring, instruction, and by actively participating in software development projects.
•Be involved with hands-on development of proof-of-concepts and prototypes during the elaboration phase and actual development of the product during the construction phase.
•Collaborate with business associates at multiple levels to gain in-depth information of critical success factors, to translate complex technical solutions into easily understood business terms, and to provide intelligent analysis of various prospective solutions including cost/benefit/risk analysis.
•Collaborate with technical associates at multiple levels and occasionally with clients or partners in an effort to gain in-depth understanding of technical requirements and priorities and to build successful lasting relationships.

Experience/Qualifications :

• Senior-level Microsoft technical depth and design pattern knowledge
• Bachelors degree or higher in computer science or related discipline
• Motivated individual with proven track record of on-time delivery
• 10+ years of increasing responsibilities in software development
• 5+ years in senior architect role or equivalent
• Experience developing secure ecommerce projects
• Experience in designing Service Oriented Architectures
• Experience deploying composite applications leveraging reusable components
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Extensive experience in detailed software design, coding, unit testing, integration, documentation, and build management following a structured development methodology• Deep knowledge of Microsoft .NET framework
• Experience with relational database development using MS SQL server, stored procedures and competencies in data modeling and database design
• Experience with XML, XSL, XSLT, and Web Service Standards, i.e. WS-*
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate at technical and non-technical levels
• Thorough understanding of basic Internet protocols such as HTTP, SMTP, SOAP, POP, SSL• Versatility in handling multiple projects and re-prioritizations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct architectural experience and deep understanding of Microsoft BizTalk or equivalent workflow process engine.
• Financial, mortgage, insurance or collections & recovery industry background
• Experience dealing with offshore teams
• Experience with playing the Architect role in the Unified Process
• Experience with multiple platforms and technologies
• Deep understanding of cryptography and securing customer data
• Deep understanding of Web Application and Network Security standards and best practices, able to demonstrate common hacking techniques
• Familiarity with operational requirements of ASP solutions business models; experience bringing software to 7x24 execution environments and embedding various system health monitors and activity status notification mechanisms
• Microsoft certificationPeople are our most important asset and what makes us successful.

Please apply today on-line to requisition number 3228 at http://www.fairisaac.com/.

Fair Isaac is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Really Geeky Birthday Cake

I just came across this funny birthday cake on the LA Java Users Group and thought I'd share it with you. This is the perfect party accessory for your favorite computer dork! :)


Enjoy! Miss Recruiter

Fair Isaac - MarCom Analyst (Internal Communications)

Working for FAIR ISAAC will be the best decision you’ll ever make.Fair Isaac’s powerful and intelligent software helps companies make better decisions every day.Discover the benefits of working for Fair Isaac:

•New direction, growth and advancement opportunities

•Excellent compensation and benefits package (featuring: one week of vacation accrual upon hire, most benefit plan eligibility begins on 1st day of employment, flexible work schedules, 401k with company match, excellent tuition reimbursement plan)

•Dynamic and energetic environment

•Global company

•Innovative and diverse products and technology touching many different industries

•Commitment to teamwork, offering challenges and the opportunity to innovate

Consider joining other talented individuals where your contributions make an impact in the role of Lead Analyst within our ITO business unit, located in our Minneapolis office.

The Lead Analyst will primarily take direction from the Director of Business Unit Operations and will have overall responsibility for developing, implementing and managing the internal communications plan across the Integrated Technology Organization (ITO) business unit. This unit is comprised of the software development, product support and IT groups within Fair Isaac.

Major areas of responsibility:

•Develop and implement communications strategy
•Develop and deliver written ITO-related communications to a global employee audience ranging from individual contributors to executives in both formal and informal settings
•Develop and maintain strong relationships with ITO managers to understand and support business needs across the business unit
•Develop and maintain an understanding of key processes, disciplines and organizations across Fair Isaac and within the ITO to effectively communicate with end-users and management
•Deliver written communications often under tight timelines and deadlines (i.e. “point-in-time” communications such as critical notifications, one time outage and deployment messages)
•Act as consultative support to assist ITO leadership and teams in determining best practices for communications and to provide a clear understanding of standard operating procedures
•Ensure ITO intranet web pages are accurate and provide necessary and appropriate information, messaging and branding
•Create process to facilitate communication requests from multiple managers and teams
•Develop methods for communicating key performance indicators to our business constituents and contribute to scorecard efforts to provide appropriate detail on improvements
•Lead and assist in efforts to uncover information such as research, surveys and reports that will aid us in understanding the needs of our employees
•Understand the needs of the intended audience and tailor communications as appropriate
•Deliver clear, effective messages that elicit appropriate client reaction/action
•Deliver regular, reoccurring communications such as monthly Core Values updates, weekly key initiatives communications
•Utilize understanding of basic information technology concepts in order to communicate messages through appropriate media
•Facilitate meetings to drive forward the ITO communication plan
•Prepare presentations for ITO leadership regarding the ITO communication plan

Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in business, journalism, marketing communications or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
•5+ years experience in professional communications (3+ years experience within an IT or SW development organization/function)
•Excellent verbal/written communication skills and presentation abilities
•Proficiency with various communications tools including SharePoint
•Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
•Ability to work with all levels of management within a matrix-management structure

Preferred Qualifications:
•Demonstrated project management skills
•Prior experience with project-related and change-readiness communications
•Demonstrated problem analysis and solution recommendation capabilities

People are our most important asset and what makes us successful. With you, we can make a difference in the markets we serve. Apply today on-line to requisition number 3316 at http://www.fairisaac.com/.

FI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Laid Off? So What?

I think all of us have been laid off at some point. Here are some tips on how to approach discussing such events at your next job interview... Miss Recruiter

How to Explain a Layoff at Every Stage of the Job Search

By Margaret Steen

Layoffs may now be routine in corporate America, but if you're unlucky enough to be left holding a pink slip, you probably have lots of worries. Among them: How will I explain this during future job hunts?

It's true that your layoff and the gap on your resume will probably come up, not just during the initial job search right after the layoff, but also during future job hunts. But it doesn't have to derail your search. The key, experts say, is to be honest about the layoff but to focus your communication with potential employers on what you can do for their company, rather than on your past. And when the layoff comes up, make sure you talk about what you accomplished during your time off.

Here's how to achieve these goals at all stages of the job hunt, in writing and in person:

Resumes and Cover Letters. Most career experts say you shouldn't mention a layoff at all in a cover letter.

"A cover letter is strictly to market yourself," says Marianne Adoradio, a career counselor in Silicon Valley. "'Here's what you're looking for, here's what I bring.'"

On a resume, you shouldn't say you were laid off, but you should try to account for any substantial amount of time you were out of work. Never try to bridge the gap between two jobs by using the wrong beginning or ending dates. Instead, focus on what you accomplished while you were out of work. Did you take a class? Do consulting work? Work as a volunteer?

On the whole, the less said in writing about a layoff, the better.

"Paper is two-dimensional," says John Haag, a career counselor at the University of Denver Career Center. "Face to face is a whole lot better."

Networking and Interviews. Face-to-face communication is critical, both in informal conversations with people while networking and in formal job interviews. This is where questions about your layoff will likely come up, and you need to be prepared with two answers: one about why you left your job, and one about what you did during the time you were unemployed.

"If it's the first time it happened to you, it's going to feel awful," says Libby Pannwitt, a career counselor and principal of Work Life Design Group in San Carlos, California. "You need to get over it and find the right words to talk about it wherein there were no bad guys."

The best strategy, Pannwitt says, is to craft a very short, matter-of-fact phrase: "I left in the layoff of 2002," for example.

In an informal networking conversation, discuss the layoff only if asked. Haag says the conversation will get off to a bad start if you open with, "I'm looking for work, I've been laid off." Instead, begin by asking intelligent questions and making a good impression on the other person.

"When it does come time for the person to ask you some questions, be forthright," Haag says. And don't use a "half-apologetic tone," he says. By that time you will have impressed your listeners with your interest in their work, and they won't care whether you were laid off.

Finally, be certain you're answering the right question. For example, Pannwitt says, if an interviewer asks "Why do you want to work here," your answer should be about how much you like the company and the job, not that you need work because you were laid off. "That isn't going to make the employer feel very good."

Recruiter Roundtable: Fashion, Grooming Tips

Recruiter Roundtable: Fashion, Grooming Tips
Yahoo! HotJobs

The Recruiter Roundtable is a monthly feature that collects career and job-seeking advice from a group of recruiting experts throughout the United States. The question we put before our panel this month is:

What is the one piece of fashion and/or grooming advice you wish more candidates would heed before going on an interview?

Get the Details Right

The night before the interview, lay out your wardrobe to make sure everything fits, is free of wrinkles and is current with today's styles. Also take the time to polish your shoes. While this may sound minor, showing up with scuffed shoes may signal to the employer you lack attention to detail. Finally, remember that the interview is not your time to make a fashion statement, so avoid tight clothing, limit your jewelry, and go easy on fragrances. The interview is your opportunity to show hiring managers how talented you are, and maintaining proper appearance will ensure they focus on your abilities rather than your attire.

-- DeLynn Senna, executive director of North American permanent placement services, Robert Half International

Accessorize With Mints

I wish more candidates would take a strong breath mint before their interviews. It may sound silly, but you would be surprised how distracting bad breath can be during an interview! Gum also works, but remember to discard your gum BEFORE the interview.

-- Bob Hancock, independent staffing consultant

What Are Your Revealing?

Look in the mirror: If too much is showing, don't wear it! While low-cut blouses or shirts are in fashion, most are inappropriate for the workplace, including the initial interview. The interviewer could possibly be distracted by the inappropriateness of the candidate's attire and therefore not focused 100% on the interview. This is unfortunate for both parties; the candidate may not be getting the positive reaction to answers they want, and the interviewer may be less apt to probe for the information they need to make a solid hiring decision.

-- Joelle Thies, staffing specialist recruiter, Wells Fargo

The Smell of Success Is Scent-Free

If your perfume or cologne enters the room before you do, chances are your scent may be interfering with your chances of landing the job. You'll see subtle signs from the interviewer -- he'll lean away from you, she'll wrinkle her nose or open a window. If someone on the interview team has allergies or asthma, and if you're meeting with them in a small room, your strong scent will be just the excuse they need to leave the room quickly, without them getting a chance to hear the details about the brilliant marketing campaign you developed at your last company.
The focus during the interview -- and afterward when the interview team gets together to discuss your interview -- should be on your accomplishments, abilities, and why you're the right person for the job. So keep it scent-free.

-- Cheryl Ferguson, recruiter, The Recruiter's Studio

How NOT to Interview for a New Position

Seeking New Contract Opportunities

Hi everyone! Blue Oasis Technologies is moving in a new direction, and my recruiting services are no longer necessary. I'm seeking new professional opportunities, particularly in the area of contract recruiting projects. After some time off, I plan to return to work in late September or early October 2007.

I possess over 8 years of technical recruiting experience, primarily in the telecommunications and engineering space. My current recruiting focus is software engineering and most niches within the IT space. In addition to these areas of expertise, I have also recruited biotech, financial, electronics, sales, and civil engineering professionals throughout her career. I am currently seeking contract and permanent technical recruiting roles and will be available for interviews immediately.

If anyone has any interesting opportunities for me to review, please get in touch at meredithmanchack AT yahoo DOT com. Thanks, in advance, for your consideration of my candidature.

Miss Recruiter

QA Engineer

Blue Oasis Technologies is currently seeking a full-time, permanent resource to join the staff of our client. We are seeking an energetic, sharp, well-spoken individual to join a team of stellar engineers at a small, venture-backed startup in La Jolla. In addition to learning valuable skills in QA and perhaps launching a successful career in software QA, the successful candidate will be exposed to new tools such as Ruby on Rails and other cutting edge technologies.

*Participates in the creation, preparation, and conduct of quality assurance reviews and the development and execution of test plans and test scripts.
*Works with clients to establish and maintain a consistent test methodology and to resolve general questions during the testing process.
*Analyzes, tests, and certifies application-specific software and performs ambiguity reviews of business requirements and functional specification documents.
*Uses functional knowledge of applications to provide technical assistance in identifying, evaluating, and resolving basic test problems.
*Logs, tracks, and verifies resolution of software and specification defects.
*Documents all phases of QA process.

Required Experience:

*We're open to recent college grads with 1-3 years of test experience.
*Great communicators with excellent multi-tasking ability as well as strong work ethics is a must.
*Web application skills preferable and we are open to training individuals.

If interested in pursuing this exciting opportunity, please APPLY NOW!

Blue Oasis Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Java Developer

Blue Oasis Technologies is a software development company in San Diego, California that provides outsourced solutions to technology companies, as well as recruiting of qualified consultants and placement of permanent employees in the areas of software development, DBAs and database development, QA, project management, and network/ internet security professionals.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Java Developer to perform a consulting project with our client company. Responsibilities include:

Duties:

* Creates user information solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining Java based components and interfaces.

* Defines site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.

* Designs and develops user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.

* Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.

* Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.

* Creates multimedia applications by using authoring tools.

* Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.

* Supports users by developing documentation and assistance tools.

* Updates job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

* Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

To be considered for this consulting project, please APPLY NOW at careers at blueoasistech dot com. Thanks!

Miss Recruiter

RoR Developer

Blue Oasis Technologies is seeking a Ruby on Rails Developer for our client in the north San Diego area. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a local venture-backed startup. Our client is seeking a SUPERSTAR in MySQL, PHP, Apache, CSS and most importantly, Ruby on Rails. The winning candidate will be a part of great, small group of engineers in a startup environment that utilizes cutting edge technology!

RESPONSIBLITIES:

•Programming on Linux, using a mixture of Ruby on Rails, Perl, and PHP.
•Help build internal and customer-facing web-based applications to manage network.
•Design, build, and enhance: content management, scheduling, reporting, analytics and content distribution infrastructure.
• Provide web-based access to above systems for both internal and external use with an appropriate access control model across system.
• Involved in the system end-to-end: requirements definition, data modeling, network and database infrastructure, website development, and more.

REQUIREMENTS:

• MUST KNOW: Ruby on Rails
• 4+ years as Web Applications engineer.
• 3+ years in database design and data modeling (MySQL focus preferred)

PREFERRED:

• Cross-browser knowledge and experience.
• Perl, PHP.
• Experience with the following industries: advertising, interactive entertainment, media, or retail.
• BS or MS in Computer Science.

If you wish to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply now at careers at blueoasistech dot com. Thank you!

Blue Oasis Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications Developer - C#, ASP.NET

Blue Oasis Technologies is currently seeking a software developer for a full-time, permanent with a financial services firm in downtown San Diego. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and integration applications for the firm.

Job Duties:

•Participate as a key developer on projects initiatives for portfolio management and trading.
•Evaluate and scope system enhancement requests.
•Participate in the analysis and design of new features with other application developers.
•Write technical specifications based on business requirements.
•Enhance and integrate internally developed and purchased applications.
•Perform thorough unit tests of application changes.
•Provide a high degree of communication with business analysts, developers and management on project and task status.

Qualifications:

•MS SQL \Server database knowledge.
•Familiar with Microsoft Reporting Services
•Knowledge of C#, ASP.NET.
•BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field.
•Systems building experience.
•Excellent teamwork skills.
•Dependable and focused on quality.
•Good oral and written communication skills.
•Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment.
•Knowledge and experience in institutional investments preferable.
•UNIX, Java, HTML, XML, Sharepoint and Perl skills a plus.

To be considered for this role with our client company, please apply now!

Blue Oasis Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Google Job Search Tips

If you're looking for a new job, check out this cool video on tips for finding job openings outside the large job boards. You'll find more internal job postings and openings that are harder to find with just a little bit of work. If you're serious about finding a new job, this method will help you unearth more opportunities to pursue!

I hope you find this helpful. Miss Recruiter

Resume Help

As a recruiter, I see some pretty tragic resumes. At one job, our recruiting team had a resume wall of shame - those with photos on them, that listed silly personal habits, suggestive email addresses, and more. I mean seriously, I've seen it ALL!

It is a personal interest of mine to rid the world of crappy resumes, one job seeker at a time!!! I personally think that the simplest format is always the best - it's able to get scanned through applicant tracking systems easily, and flows more easily for recruiters that fly through resumes (like me). Trust me, a good resume will take you much further, even with the same experience, skills, personality, or *whatever*, than one that reads or flows poorly!!

In the quest to enlighten my good readers and for future friends/ colleagues/ acquaintances that need assistance with putting together a resume, I have developed a simple template that might get you started. This easy format allows one to just add the content of your professional experience, and VOILA!

For those non-technical types, just negate the TOOLS, HARDWARE, and OS sections, but for you techies - laying out your experience in these sections is very helpful for recruiters. However, don't forget to list which tools you used in each position - that's very important!

And a new don'ts for building the perfect resume:

• Never use the first person, e.g. I, me, myself, in your resume.
• No photos!
• Be sparing and choosy if you choose your personal interests, and if you do, list it LAST on the resume (I actually got my first job out of college because of something personal I listed on my resume, so I'm careful to coach against it, but honestly, I always look at personal interests and think "who cares?")
• No personal information like age, marital status, parental status, etc.
• Don't leave huge gaps in your resume; if there are gaps in your employment, perhaps adding in a line regarding your purpose for the gap would be helpful (such as personal sabbatical, medical leave, went back to school, etc.)
• DO NOT list an unprofessional email address - misskitty1981@yahoo is totally unacceptable. Create a new one for your job search if your primary address is similar to the aforementioned.
• Don't lie about your professional and educational achievements!

I hope you find this helpful, and if you have any input/ questions/ feedback regarding my template, I welcome it.

Good luck and happy job hunting! Miss Recruiter

Name

Address

City, State Zip

Mobile Number

Email Address

Website/ Blog address

OBJECTIVE

What kind of position are you seeking, what industry do you want to target, which professional skills do you want to utilize in your next job?

EXPERTISE

(Example) Perl, MySQL, Linux, Apache, Mason, XML, XSL, HTML, JavaScript, Java, MS C++, ASP, 8086 Assembly, Fortran, COBOL, network firewall and hack-proof server installation and configuration, and automatic mass website building.

Specialty: Web applications development for e-commerce businesses.

EXPERIENCE

Company – City, State TAB Month, Year – Month, Year

Title/Position

•Responsibilities, experience, and skills/ tools used; repeat as necessary

Company – City, State TAB Month, Year – Month, Year

Title/Position

•Responsibilities, experience, and skills/ tools used; repeat as necessary

*Repeat employers as necessary

EDUCATION / AFFILIATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS/ AWARDS

•College Name, Year - Degree

•Feel free to expand on classes taken which contribute to your repertoire of skills

•You might want to add organizations in which you participating

•Only add your GPA if it's about about a 3.2 or higher (that's my personal opinion)

*Repeat schools as necessary, including study abroad experiences

•School, Education institution, Vendor, Year

• Certification or other info on education/training

•Adapt as needed for security clearances, etc

TOOLS EXPERIENCE

•List of applications and software tools experience if applicable – usually most appropriate for developers, DBAs, QA candidates. Project managers might list MS project, etc. Management positions may or may not find this applicable

•Put logically associated software on a separate bullet – like all QA tools on one, Project management tools on another, etc.

HARDWARE EXPERIENCE

•List of hardware experience if applicable – usually appropriate for systems engineers, systems administrators, network/security administrator candidates

•Put logically associated hardware on a separate bullet – like all network type systems on one, servers on another – or maybe firewalls utilized on one, Network scanners on another, etc.

OPERATING SYSTEM EXPERIENCE

•List of OS’s used if applicable for technical candidates – usually not needed for managers, etc.

PUBLICATIONS

•If applicable.

Happy Birthday, America!

I hope all of you and your families have a wonderful Fourth of July celebration. Be safe and have a great time!

Meanwhile, does anyone know any intermediate to advanced QA consultants that are looking for new career opportunities? Blue Oasis Technologies will pay referral bonuses for any candidates that we're able to hire - please inquire for further details.

Again, happy July 4th!

Miss Recruiter

Seeking Business Systems Analyst

Blue Oasis Technologies is currently recruiting for a Business Systems Analyst for a major client of ours. This 6 month contract opportunity is likely to be extended for the candidate doing an exceptional job. This role entails solving organizational information problems and requirements by analyzing requirements, performing process improvement, systems analysis, working with the project management and development teams to ensure the best standard practices for IT operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Determines operational objectives by studying business functions; gathering information; evaluating output requirements and formats.
* Designs new computer programs by analyzing requirements; constructing workflow charts and diagrams; studying system capabilities; writing specifications.
* Improves systems by studying current practices; designing modifications.
* Recommends controls by identifying problems; writing improved procedures.
* Defines project requirements by identifying project milestones, phases, and elements; forming project team; establishing project budget.
* Monitors project progress by tracking activity; resolving problems; publishing progress reports; recommending actions.
* Maintains system protocols by writing and updating procedures.
* Provides references for users by writing and maintaining user documentation; providing help desk support; training users.
* Maintains user confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Prepares technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Software Design, Software Documentation, Software Development Process, Software Requirements, Analyzing Information, Teamwork, Software Maintenance, Written Communication, Promoting Process Improvement, Project Management

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science Degree in CS or technical area preferred

To be considered for this opportunity with a stellar company in north San Diego, please apply now at careers AT blueoasistech DOT com. Thanks!

Blue Oasis Technologies in an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASP.NET Developers - Please Apply ASAP!

Blue Oasis Technologies is seeking an ASP.NET consultant for a major client of ours in the north San Diego area. This project should last about 6 months, but has a high likelihood of extension. We would like to review resumes of candidates with 3+ years of experience with ASP.NET; senior candidates will also be considered.

Blue Oasis Technologies is a software development company in San Diego, California that provides outsourced solutions to technology companies, as well as recruiting of qualified consultants and placement of permanent employees in the areas of software development, DBAs and database development, QA, project management, and network/ internet security professionals.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please APPLY NOW!

Blue Oasis Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Software QA Engineers

Blue Oasis Technologies currently has 3 contract openings for Software QA Testers - 2 are contract positions for intermediate to advanced QA consultants, and one is a permanent, full-time placement with our client, for a junior level engineer. These resources will be responsible for evaluating software by planning and executing performance and functional tests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Determines test objectives and standards by studying software requirements; writing test cycle plans, test cases, and test scripts.
* Meets test objectives by determining testing methods, cycles, phases, and conditions; setting up testing environment and equipment.
* Identifies software capability and reliability by conducting functional, system, and performance tests.
* Resolves testing problems by modifying testing methods during tests; conferring with management to revise test objectives and standards.
* Completes tests by training and directing testers.
* Maintains testing database by developing defect tracking and regression testing information requirements; designing information system; enters test outcomes; secures data.
* Reports test outcomes by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and displaying data; recommending software changes.
* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
* Maintains test environment by developing test environement; enforcing and complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Automated Testing, Developing Standards, Black Box Testing, White Box Testing, Reporting Research Results, Software Debugging, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance Process, Attention to Detail, Process Improvement

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

BS Computer Science or related field

Should you be interested and qualified for the aforementioned opportunities with Blue Oasis Technologies, please APPLY NOW at careers at blueoasistech dot com.

Blue Oasis Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.