fw: [lajug] [Jobs] Java GUI Programmer

[W. Wood Harter]

This might be a good entry level position and most of you could take this on with no problem.

Wood

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From: Andre Valente <aval...@ksventures.com>
Sent: Friday, May 19, 2006 4:09 PM
To: la...@lajug.org
Subject: [lajug] [Jobs] Java GUI Programmer


We are looking for a Java GUI programmer to build authoring tools for
the award winning Tactical Language and Culture Training system. The
system throws learners into a rich story driven game world where they
get to practice communication skills in a foreign language and culture
by interacting verbally and nonverbally with AI characters. For more
info: htpp://tacticallanguage.com

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with developing
both web and desktop applications using client-side Java. Experience
with the following technologies is a plus: game programming, speech
recognition, AI, agents, education software, natural language processing.

The candidate should have good design skills and the ability to work
with and integrate a number of disperse technologies. Flexibility and
curiosity to learn new technologies is very important.

We are looking for a candidate who likes to get things done and enjoy
having real users employ the software he/she creates.

This is a full time position.

Education and experience desired:

* 3+ years of programming experience.
* B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent.

Technical skills desired:

* Fluency in Java, especially client-side technologies (Swing, SWT,
XML processing libraries, etc.).
* Experience developing Java-based user interfaces delivered through
the web (applets, Java WebStart).
* Fluency in XML technologies (XML XSD, XSL/XSLT, XPath).
* Experience with mixed applications (HTML/Javascript + applets) is a
plus.
* Experience in script programming (preferably Python or Perl) is a plus.

Other skills desired:
* Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, deliver results.
* Good communication skills.
* US citizenship highly preferred; Green Card is OK. Absolutely no
H1Bs or visa sponsorships.

Please send resume and salary requirements to jo...@tacticallanguage.com.

Our benefits package includes a Retirement Plan; Medical, Dental &
Vision insurance, and Paid Time Off. Employees enjoy informal
environment and flexible schedule.

Local candidates only. No immigration sponsorship (H1B and similar).
No outsourcing companies. No agencies. No consultants/contractors.
Absolutely no phone calls, faxes or visits.


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