C# / PHP Perm Developer opening in Oklahoma City

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop complex web applications
• Maintain existing applications
• Work with customers and other staff to help determine project specifications
• Work with other developers in modularizing web application design

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Certifications related to programming are preferred
• 2-3 years experience with PHP and Database programming
• Experience in ASP.NET web programming, Visual Basic.NET, JavaScript, Classic ASP, Source Control, C# .NET, Microsoft .NET frameworks and MS SQL Server a plus
• Familiarity with Windows OS functionality
• Some knowledge of Mobile Application Development (iPhone, Android, and Blackberry) a plus

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

Sr. C# / Developer opportunity in Austin, Texas

Job Overview:

The developer will contribute to design and implementation of .NET Web applications
-The developer will support and contribute with design and implementation of internet based .C#, ASP.NET and SQL Server web applications using .NET 3.5/4.0

Position-specific Required Skills:

This person will be strong in Web development in C#, ASP.NET and SQL Server.

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

VMWare / San Administrator opening in Kansas City

Job Overview

-Expert level knowledge/experience in support of enterprise VMware ESX environment.
-Day-to-day support and troubleshooting of enterprise VMware ESX environment supporting VM Server guests, VDI guests and Lab Manager.
-Experience managing DRS, HA, SMP
-Experience with doing P2V migrations
-ESX operating system upgrades for vi3
-Patching of ESX hosts on vi3
-ESX license administration

Additional Skills preferred:

-Power shell scripting
-Linux Administration
-vSphere 4 experience
-Windows 2003 Administration

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

Sr. C# / Sharepoint Developer opening in Austin

Job Overview:

-The developer will contribute to design and implementation of SharePoint applications for future and also help with the existing web parts and user controls.
-The developer will support and contribute with design and implementation of internet based .C#, ASP.NET and SQL Server web applications using .NET 3.5/4.0
-The developer will work with 3-4 senior/junior developers in developing and supporting .Net/SharePoint applications.

Position-specific Required Skills:

This person will be strong in Sharepoint and Web development in C#, ASP.NET and SQL Server.

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

PMO Project Manager / Sox Compliance Opening in Austin, Texas

Job Requirement:

-Oversee and direct contract compliance activities including time-sensitive deliverables and reports,

-Coordinate activities and guide compliance resources in completion of technology and process audits such as ISO 27002, Sarbanes-Oxley and Payment Card Industry-Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS),

-Supervise and oversee contractually required reporting, including weekly, monthly and quarterly reports,

-Support PMO business and financial planning activities and estimates,

-Function in the role of Quality Manager for the portal, including auditing of project deliverables, processes and work products,

-Draft and refine board presentations and related reports for contracted board meetings,

-Provide guidance and oversight to 3 compliance and reporting analysts,

-Support PMO Director and project managers in executing project activities, including project planning and reporting,

-Follow documented processes and procedures, and

-Participate in continuous process improvements that will result in greater efficiencies, improved customer service, increased revenue, and overall improved program performance.

Position-specific Required Skills:

-Bachelors Degree, preferably in Business or Computer Science;

-Excellent written and oral communication skills;

-Proven experience in managing contract compliance and audit requirements;

-Experience managing day-to-day relationships with clients;

-Proven ability to work independently;

-Experience in a CMM or CMMI ML3 organization is highly desired;

-At least five years experience in a team lead or management role; and

-Experience working with government entities, especially state and local governments is desired.

Position-specific Desired Skills:

-Experience with Microsoft Office Project and Daptiv Project Management tools is desired,

- Experience working with Microsoft Office SharePoint is desired,

-Experience with ISO standards as pertaining to organizations (business and management) and associated audit activities is desired.

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

UI / UX Architect opening in Kansas City

Minimum Experience:

5+ years experience leading a User Interface team participating in the complete product development lifecycle of several successfully launched web and/or software applications. Portfolio required.

Technologies/Skills:

CSS, Graphic preparation tools (e.g., Photoshop/Illustrator/Fireworks), HTML, advanced CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Google Search Appliance & Analytics, Flash Video & Windows Media, SEO, Mobile design (iPod, Blackberry, Android).

Responsibilities:

They will function as the design lead for the web development team. They shall assist in developing thorough, realistic plans that support organizational objectives. Shall work with stakeholders to understand their business models and goals and help define strategy, content, and features for design of their web site. Be able to analyze audiences and their information and functional needs. Define site architecture and navigation that serves as a blueprint of the site upon which all other aspects are built. Create wireframes, site maps, schematics, process maps, feature lists, mockups, visual specification, working prototypes and other artifacts to describe the intended user experience. Articulate a strategy for a proposed solution based on business goals, market conditions and audience needs. Produce user requirements specifications, including personas, scenarios, task analysis, flowcharts, and organization and navigation models.

Qualifications:

Expertise in user interface design processes and methodologies. Experience with multi-variant testing, workflow modeling, web analytics, audience targeting and personalization, and social media knowledge. Proven ability to Design intuitive and compelling user interfaces based on strategies, research and business objectives (portfolio required). Must have strong visual design skills including screen layout, information design, color and typography, and a great attention to detail. Understanding of user-centered design principles and iterative product development cycles. Experience with CSS used to brand and rebrand graphical user interfaces. CSS should be able to control not only look and feel (font, color, style) but also positioning and inclusion/exclusion of page elements. Cross-browser compatibility expertise. Experience with Search Engine Optimization.

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant
Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office
913-522-0179-Cell

http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

SQL Server / SSIS / ETL Developer opening in KC

Qualifications:


• Bachelor's degree in computer technology discipline desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Data Warehousing methodologies and concepts, including and not limited to: star schemas, snowflakes, ETL processes, dimensional modeling and reporting tools
• 3 + years of experience in dimensional modeling, cube design and development using SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
• 5 + years DTS / SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Experience with Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE)
• Experience Multidimensional Expression (MDX) queries and Data Mining Expression (DMX) queries for analysis services
• Good working experience with OLAP and Reporting Services/MS Excel combination
• Strong data modeling experience and key understanding of relational database development.
• Significant experience in extracting data from multiple sources including a data warehouse environment.
• Ability to comprehend complex technical and logical concepts and adapt quickly to changes.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem solving, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Attention to detail and maintaining high quality standards is a must.
• Ability to prioritize and manage concurrent projects, demonstrate initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze business and technical requirements, as well as data warehouse data models, to understand the detailed data management requirements
• Collaborate on the global data architecture design and planning for the physical structure and implementation of data warehouses and data marts.
• Design, document and build physical database environments from table, column, index and view definitions to storage requirements and drive spacing and growth accommodations.
• Work with developers and data analysts to identify, design and implement solutions for extraction and integration of data to and from data warehouses and data marts for the purposes of reporting, decision support and analysis.
• Develop scripts for the creation of the physical data warehouse database schema(s), data security and protection, managing performance, performing backups/ restores, and archiving data.
• Document and standardize data structures, procedures and processes.
• Manage, Monitor and Administer database and system performance. Including optimization and tuning of data loads, extractions and recommending appropriate procedure, query or package changes and optimizations to ensure and improve system performance and reliability.
• Strong ad-hoc SQL query development skills, working knowledge of relational databases and MS Word, PowerPoint, Access, Visio
• Superior data mining, extraction, transformation, modeling, validation testing, and presentation skills are mandatory
• Reporting, technical writing and documentation experience

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

VP of Software Engineering / Product Development

Job Description:

Reporting to the President, this senior leadership position will partner with other senior team members on a long term technology roadmap. This position integrates all Software Development disciplines and specialty groups into a team effort forming a structured development process that proceeds from the concept to production to test to operation.

1. Articulate implementation strategies, technologies, architectures, people skills and processes to achieve repeatable performance and to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

2. Drive results through inspired leadership and accountability with a focused and disciplined approach to product development consistent with best practices in the company and the industry.

3. Demonstrate the skill sets necessary to lead others and to define processes that directly and efficiently support the company vision, mission, and goals.

4. Establish and maintain internal design reviews and guidelines for product development and engineering processes.

5. Plan and allocate appropriate engineering resources for projects and provide scheduling, people resources, asset allocation, budgets and estimates at completion.

6. Design and implement process changes which support Company's Quality initiatives.

7. Oversee our technology group to achieve synergies and maximize the value of all Innovation resources.

8. Interface and communicate with internal customers to solidify a "team" relationship along with resolving technical and programmatic issues.

9. Empower team members to achieve their best through collaboration and achievement of common goals.

Education Requirements:

-Solid expertise in the software development field (BS in Computers or related fiels) coupled with resource management skills and at least 5-10 years of experience in management of Software Development for clients.
-Proven expertise at leading a Software Development Department
-Strong Leadership ability

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/

VP of Operations / Perm opening in KC

Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities of the Operations function of the division. Responsible for the performance of all Department functions

Essential Functions:

1. Reviews and approves adequate plans for the control of planned outputs, budget spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency, engineering effectiveness, customer service, and order entry efficiency, along with human utilization.

2. Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Provides reports to subordinates on interpretation of results and approves changes in direction of plans.

3. Presents monthly reports on performance as requested by the Chief Executive Officer.

4. Develops and presents to the President matters requiring a decision.

5. Develops and recommends corporate operations policy within the Operations Department.

6. Defines and recommends objectives in each area of Operations. Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates.

7. Reviews and approves cost control reports, cost estimates, and manpower and facilities requirements forecasts.

8. Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the corporation in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.

9. Reviews and approves the setting of budgets throughout the Operations Department.

10. Reviews and approves Operations major projects involving major functional changes within the Department's functional areas.

11. Develops plans for new areas of technology for the manufacturing functions along with sufficient planning for areas that support the mission of the Corporation within Operations.

Management Responsibilities:

1. Reviews and approves the implementation of manufacturing and organizational plans that support the Operations Master Plan.

2. Establishes objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities. Issues specific annual objectives to immediate subordinates and reviews objectives of the Operations management.

3. Selects and maintains qualified personnel in all positions reporting directly and recommends compensation for them.

4. Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance of units immediately reporting and provides the necessary coordination between activities.

5. Identifies training needs, initiates development of subordinates, recommends effective personnel action.

6. Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility.

7. Keeps employees informed as to company/department plans and progress.

8. Coordinates activities of assigned units with those of other company units. Seeks mutual agreement on problems involving coordination.

9. Consults with all segments of management responsible for policy or action. Ensures compliance within area of responsibility. Makes recommendations for improving effectiveness of policies and procedures.

10. Reviews and endorses or revises budget proposals received from direct reports. Submits budgets for assigned activities in accordance with the budget procedure. Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

2. Provides orientation and on-the-job training for subordinates and ensures that the authority and responsibility for each position are defined and understood.

3. Ensures that duties, responsibilities, and authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.

Education and Experience:

1. B.S., in Computing, Digital Media or Related Field, MBA is a plus.

2. Affiliation with digital media companies.

3. A minimum of three (3) years as a Vice President of Operations in a Software Development, Print Media, Digital Media or Technology orientated background with the responsibilities of producing, purchasing, inventory control, production control, and technology, as well as shipping, receiving, and warehousing.

4. A minimum annual production value of sales of $15 million with a minimum of 200 direct labor employees.

5. Sound administrative skills, well-developed management skills
Principles and people.

6. Experience in working in a nonunion environment.

7. Proven ability to recruit, trains, and motivate personnel in order to balance staffing strength with profitability and growth.

Personal Characteristics:

1. Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities.

2. Participative management type advocates team concept.

3. Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities. Tactful, mature.

4. Ability to establish credibility and be decisive but able to recognize and support the organization's preferences and priorities.

5. Satisfactory communication skills, written and verbal.

6. Results oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations.

EOE/M/F/H/V

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
913-693-8200-Office
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com

Technical Architect / Perm opportunity / Kansas City Opportunity

Minimum Experience:

5+ years leading development teams through full lifecycle including requirements gathering, technical assessments, package evaluation, technical design, development, launch and support.

Responsibilities:

The person shall function as the technical lead for the web development team. Shall plan, design and develop flexible, framework-based code repositories for overall system architecture. Shall take ownership of architecture/technology decisions for all aspects of the system application development life-cycle including use of services-oriented design, database design and infrastructure planning. Shall establish development standards, code reviews, unit test metrics, quality assurance metrics, optimization standards, maintenance standards and overall performance analysis. Must be able to articulate high-level planning and design needs for integration with other/third-party systems.

Utilize agile methodologies for rapid application development (RAD) and proto-typing. Shall mentor application development team of programmers and lead project teams as needed. Must have advanced skill sets in web-based application development.

Qualifications:

Expertise in Object-Oriented programming concepts, design patterns, N-tier architecture design and framework-based development methodologies. Understanding of eCommerce principles, eCommerce frameworks and platforms. Exposure to mobile design and development (devices like iPhone, Blackberry, Android) (mobile browser platforms like Windows Mobile, RIM, Palm etc). Exposure to Internationalization and Localization concepts using known framework tools. Exposure to Test automation tools & techniques like Visual Studio Performance Tools, NUnit, MSBuild etc. Can define and execute internet security models. Takes initiative to investigate new tools and methodologies and recommends development strategies for team adoption. Working knowledge of SharePoint 2007 (MOSS and WSS 3.0) product and tools/framework specific to content publishing and management and low-level network/systems integration (command-line PING, TRACERT, DOS shell programming etc) a plus.

Technologies/Skills:

C#, ASP.Net, JavaScript, HTML, TSQL, AJAX, SQL Server 2000-2008, jQuery, CSS, .NET Framework versions including 3.5, JSON, Visual Studio 2005-2010, Source control systems like TFS or VSS

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com

Sr. UI / UX Architect opening in Kansas City / Perm opportunity

Requirements:

5+ years experience leading a User Interface team participating in the complete product development lifecycle of several successfully launched web and/or software applications. Portfolio required.

Responsibilities:

This person shall function as the design lead for the web development team. The person shall assist in developing thorough, realistic plans that support organizational objectives. Shall work with stakeholders to understand their business models and goals and help define strategy, content, and features for design of their web site. Be able to analyze audiences and their information and functional needs. Define site architecture and navigation that serves as a blueprint of the site upon which all other aspects are built. Create wireframes, site maps, schematics, process maps, feature lists, mockups, visual specification, working prototypes and other artifacts to describe the intended user experience. Articulate a strategy for a proposed solution based on business goals, market conditions and audience needs. Produce user requirements specifications, including personas, scenarios, task analysis, flowcharts, and organization and navigation models.

Qualifications:

Expertise in user interface design processes and methodologies. Experience with multi-variant testing, workflow modeling, web analytics, audience targeting and personalization, and social media knowledge. Proven ability to Design intuitive and compelling user interfaces based on strategies, research and business objectives (portfolio required). Must have strong visual design skills including screen layout, information design, color and typography, and a great attention to detail. Understanding of user-centered design principles and iterative product development cycles. Experience with CSS used to brand and rebrand graphical user interfaces. CSS should be able to control not only look and feel (font, color, style) but also positioning and inclusion/exclusion of page elements. Cross-browser compatibility expertise. Experience with Search Engine Optimization.

Contact Information:

Ryan Mac Donald
Senior Staffing Consultant

Midwest Consulting Group
9401 Indian Creek Parkway - Suite 1120
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-693-8200-Office – Ext 246
913-522-0179-Cell
http://www.mcginfo.com
ryanm@mcginfo.com

Partial list of MCG Employment openings link:
http://midwestconsultingryanmacdonald.blogspot.com/