QA Analyst - Netways - Lebanon

We are looking for a QA analyst to partake in requirement analysis and test cases writing and execution; this requires a mature, career oriented individual with dedication to testing and implementing a high level of quality which echoes in the application itself. The right candidate must have a solid background in testing methodologies and should be aware of the basic testing components such as black box, white box, gray box, and report preparation, ability to perform automated and stress testing is a plus.

Responsibilities
- Perform requirement analysis
- Write test cases for new features
- Execute assigned test cases
- Log bugs and enhancements
- Perform Data flow testing
- Perform automated testing
- Ensure application meets GUI guidelines, in terms of usability

Technical Skills
- .Net Framework knowledge
- Familiarity with TFS
- well acquainted with the Software Development Life Cycle and Test Methodology
- Proficient in Manual Testing and Automated Testing Tools
- C# Knowledge

Soft Skills
- Personal maturity (not linked to age)
- Stability
- Long term vision
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to testing, and implementing a high level of quality
- Ability to work under pressure
- Result oriented, hard working with a quest and zeal to learn new technologies
- Flexible and versatile to adapt to any new environment and work on any project

cv@netways.com

Senior Software Engineer - Halawi Holding - Lebanon

The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for working with the Technology team to develop and support the core technical architecture supporting Halawi branches. The Software Engineer must be capable of working in a team environment, with accountability and dependability as core competencies. The right person in this role will have excellent diagnostic/troubleshooting skills. This position requires good interpersonal skills, flexibility and the ability to communicate effectively.

Key responsibilities and accountability:
Work with the technology team to design, develop and support the company technical architecture including but not limited to:
- SQL Server 2005/2008
- T- SQL (stored procedures, triggers, user defined functions, query optimization)
- Visual Studio 2008, 2010
- Knowledge about OO design and patterns
- JAVA script, AJAX, JQUERY
- XML/XSL
- ASP.NET 3.5, 4.0
- Reporting systems (Crystal and SSRS)
- SharePoint 2010 (installation, configuration and customization)
- Self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Attention to detail
- Well organized
- Liaise with other departments in the development of new site features.
- Provide support and input into the development and training of other members in the technology team and the team in general
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Project, perform and deliver under pressure and within tight deadlines necessary
- Experience with test-driven development, agile development and e-commerce domain knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications
- Bachelor degree of Computer Science or equivalent.
- Minimum Five years of experience in programming

Skills
- Ability to implement and troubleshoots programming changes and modifications.
- Ability to write technical instructions in the use of programs and/or program modifications.
- Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
- Using mathematics, scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision-making.
- Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; interpersonal skills with others to convey information effectively.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Bilingual (Arabic & English)

hr@halawiholding.com

Quality Control Engineer - Murex - Lebanon

The Quality Control mission is to assure the highest quality standards of the MX product within the Murex production chain. Quality Control is organized by themes (Financial Products, Risk, Middle Office Back Office (MOBO), Integration and Tools) that map to our worldwide Developers and Product Managers organization. The roles in the department vary and can encompass many responsibilities such as improving the value chain, interacting with product managers and consultants to stay in line with the product evolution and the way it is used by Murex end users, ensuring efficient and relevant quality control methods for the enterprise platform.

Description
- Master, enrich, enhance, and extend the coverage of the specific module assigned
- Support Murex clients by regularly providing enhanced versions of the software with production-quality

Role
- Analyze tests, report detections, and ensure appropriate follow up of reported issues (regressions and impacts)
- Maintain the test packages to ensure their efficiency and compatibility with the continuously evolving platforms
- Develop and continuously enhance test packages to increase coverage according to consultants’ and developers’ requirements and in accordance with clients’ needs and feedback as well as system evolution
- Interact with team mates and cross functional teams (developers, product managers, consultants) within the various assigned missions in order to ensure client satisfaction
- Provide feedback to theme leader on progress of issues resolution and tasks and escalate problems when necessary
- Acquire and share module specific knowledge with team members and other teams according to need and demand
- Suggest, and if needed, help implementing enhancements on existing processes and procedures

Your profile
- Engineering degree (bachelor or masters) or equivalent from a reputable university
- 0-2 years experience
- Financial background is a plus
- English is a must. French a plus
- Knowledge in technical environments such as SQL, XML, Unix, Windows
- Good knowledge in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio…)
- Communication skills
- Client orientation
- Teamwork and cross group collaboration
- Analytical thinking and problem solving skills
- Drive for excellence
- Eagerness to learn and develop
- Ability to work under pressure in a continuously evolving environment

Send resume to recruitment-lb@murex.com quoting reference QC-2011-07

Part-Time Web Developer - LAU - Lebanon

The Marketing & Communications Department seeks a part-time web developer to help with maintenance of the LAU website. The job requires presence on our premises at LAU, Beirut campus, for 20–32 hours per week.

This job requires knowledge of these languages: XHTML, CSS, Javascript, jQuery, PHP and XML, as well as these basic tools: an advanced text editor (BBEdit) and SFTP application (Transmit).

The most important non-technical requirements for this job are the ability and motivation to learn quickly and independently, an open and collaborative approach to work, and good communication skills. Candidates who are articulate and communicate well in writing will be given preference.
Regular duties

Typically, the part-time web developer
- Makes daily updates and additions to www.lau.edu.lb and all official LAU sites that are not on the CMS.
- Develops certain sites on Movable Type and converts old sites into MT-powered ones.
- Turns visual layouts made by graphic designers into valid XHTML and CSS code.
- Programs animations and functionality using jQuery.
- Codes forms to be user-friendly, accessible and valid (form processing not included).
- Gets broken link reports and corrects the links.
- Tests websites on different browsers.
- Optimizes images for the web, sometimes extracting them from designs made in Photoshop or Illustrator layouts.
- Actively keeps track of work and communicates with other team members (we use Basecamp for project communications).
- Documents his/her work for the benefit of other members of the team.
- Attends occasional meetings with the web team and with people from other departments.

Requirements
1. The candidate must
- Be very good at XHTML and CSS coding.
- Know jQuery well and have developed a few features with it; or, have used a similar Javascript library.
- Understand Movable Type templates, tags, attributes, etc., or be willing to learn very quickly after initial training.
- Know the relevant W3C standards well; know how to usew3.org as a reference and as a validation service.
- Know how to make webpages, images, jQuery-based features and forms accessible.
- Have an eye for detail and always consider the user’s point of view.
- Have a basic understanding of PHP, how it works, and some common functions.
- Have a strong interest in learning new skills related to web development.
- Know a variety of browsers and their rendering quirks.
- Be able to work with Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Have developed websites for businesses, government, NGOs or educational institutions. (Samples of previous work will be requested.)
- Write clearly and correctly; communicate well with others; keep others in the loop.

2. Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition
- Regularly read or listen to industry leaders.
- Already have a set of resources and references to use when tackling new projects.
- Are familiar with our type of hosting environments (LAMP).
- Have used the tools we have and use at MarCom, or can learn them easily: Mac OS 10.5/10.6, Transmit, BBEdit, Photoshop and Illustrator CS5, Acrobat 9, OmniGraffle, Google Docs, Basecamp.
- Know (or are learning) HTML5 and CSS3.
- Know how to develop mobile-friendly websites.
- Are positive/polite and feel comfortable working in a diverse team.
- Write clearly and correctly in English.
- Are familiar with XSLT and AJAX.
- Write clean, neat code that can be easily grasped and maintained by other developers.
- Are familiar with UNIX-like servers as well as security in transferring and storing data.
- Understand regular expressions.
- Know practical tools for making their job easier (e.g. browser extensions or other utilities).

Send CV, including URLs or samples of previous work to beirut.hire@lau.edu.lb

Senior QA Engineer - Netways - Lebanon

We are looking for a QA analyst to partake in requirement analysis and test cases writing and execution; this requires a mature, career oriented individual with dedication to testing and implementing a high level of quality which echoes in the application itself. The right candidate must have a solid background in testing methodologies and should be aware of the basic testing components such as black box, white box, gray box, and report preparation, ability to perform automated and stress testing is a plus.

Responsibilities
- Perform requirement analysis
- Write test cases for new features
- Execute assigned test cases
- Log bugs and enhancements
- Perform Data flow testing
- Perform automated testing
- Ensure application meets GUI guidelines, in terms of usability

Skills
- Personal maturity (not linked to age)
- Stability
- Long term vision
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to testing, and implementing a high level of quality
- Ability to work under pressure
- Result oriented, hard working with a quest and zeal to learn new technologies
- Flexible and versatile to adapt to any new environment and work on any project
- .Net Framework knowledge
- Familiarity with TFS
- well acquainted with the Software Development Life Cycle and Test Methodology
- Proficient in Manual Testing and Automated Testing Tools
- C# Knowledge

cv@netways.com

Java Developers - Semantic Intelligent Technologies

Looking for a full time Java developer

- Excellent in Object orientation,
- familiar with Design patterns
- Certified java programmer
- Has to have experience in those technologies
. JDBC
. JSP/Servlet
. JSF1.2 or JSF 2.0
. Tomcat server
. MySQL Database
- Working with linux/unix operating systems
- JBoss Server 5+ (Plus)
- Java Business component (EJB & JPA) (Plus)
- SCWCD/SCBCD (Plus)

z.farekh@sit-mena.com

Junior Social Media Researcher - SocialEyez - UAE

Description
Candidate will analyze English & Arabic social media content captured from all over the web, and compile reports that will help clients understand their brand reputation, consumer behavior, consumer sentiment, position with reference to competition, etc. Candidate will work closely with senior social media analyst. Candidate will get trained on social media, but must have prior research experience

Responsibilities
- This position will be responsible for data validation, cleansing, collection, and reporting.
- Need to implement listening queries in social media measurement tools to monitor "brand-specific" online conversation in target relevant sites.
- Project setup; researching organizations, markets and brands; preparing and conducting searches.
- Be able to find and/or access primary sources of market data and intelligence.
- Have good research skills and familiarity with data sources on varies social media platforms.
- Maintain familiarity with social media tools.
- A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines and a rapidly-changing market space.
- Working knowledge of consumer-generated media and internet-based research.
- Contribute to high-quality, client ready research reports within assigned time.
- Be able to identify new and interesting sites to include in analyses, perform both quantitative and qualitative analyses on data, choose relevant and interesting verbatim, and support all findings.
- Own small sections of the report and be responsible for data quality and analyses.
- Meet internal and external project deadlines to ensure client satisfaction.
- Perform other work as required to meet business needs.
- Other duties as assigned by Dubai Head Office.

Knowledge & Skills
- Be organized and able to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated level of professionalism and positive attitude.
- Self starter with the ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
- Candidate must have strong interest in social networking.
- Must have at least 2 years of working experience, preferably related to media.
- Must have excellent written English & excellent understanding of Arabic language and French
- Must have excellent Power Point & Excel Skills.
- Must have excellent research skills.

info@socialeyez.ae

Catalog Librarian - AUB - Lebanon

The Jafet Library has an opening for the position of Catalog Librarian, above grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply in writing to the Human Resources Department (Employment Section) not later than December 9, 2011.

Functions
Performs original and complex copy cataloging of library materials in all languages and formats in accordance with current cataloging standards and practices. Resolves complex cataloging cases, and performs database maintenance and authority control. Participates in developing and implementing cataloging policies and procedures. Assists in preparing reports and compiling related statistical information.

Requirements
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
- Minimum 3 years of full-time cataloging experience in an academic library.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of standards in descriptive cataloging and classification of library materials, mainly AACR2-R, LCSH, DDC, and MARC21 formats. Familiarity with Dublin Core is desirable.
- Experience in using bibliographic utilities, mainly OCLC, and familiarity with online library systems.
- Knowledge of current standards, trends and emerging technologies in cataloging.
- Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent time management, organizational and analytical skills, and ability to work effectively, independently and collaboratively.

Send CV and letter of interest to vacancy@aub.edu.lb

Software Programmer - Halawi Holding - Lebanon

Responsibilities
- Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan computer specifications and layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications.
- Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
- Confer with systems analysts, programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
- Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met.
- Confer with users to gain understanding of needed changes or modifications of existing programs. Resolve questions of program intent, data input, output requirements, and inclusions of internal checks and controls.
- Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
- Develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures.
- Write and maintain Direct software programming and development documentation.
- Maintain and modify existing software to allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance; make approved changes by amending flow charts, developed detailed programming logic, and coding changes.
- Determine system performance standards and analyze their performance and take actions to correct deficiencies make approved changes by amending flow charts, developed detailed programming logic, and coding changes based on consultation with users and manager’s approval.
- Document programming problems and resolutions for future reference.
- Evaluate simple interrelationships between programs such as whether a contemplated change in one part of a program would cause unwanted results in a related part.
- Obtain and evaluate information on factors such as reporting formats required, costs, and security needs to determine hardware configuration.
- Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
- Analyze information to determine, recommend and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
- Analyze NT client/server and micro-computer based software solutions compatibility with company requirements.
- Confer with data processing and project managers to obtain information on limitations and capabilities for data processing projects.
- Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements and resolve customer problems.
- Coordinate installation of software system.
- Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration.
- Monitor functioning of equipment to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.

Skills
- Bachelor degree of Computer Science or equivalent.
- Minimum two years of experience in programming
- Ability to implement and troubleshoots programming changes and modifications.
- Ability to write technical instructions in the use of programs and/or program modifications.
- Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
- Using mathematics, scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision-making.
- Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; interpersonal skills with others to convey information effectively.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Bilingual (Arabic & English)

Technical Skills
- SQL Server 2005/2008
- T- SQL(stored procedures, triggers, user defined functions, query optimization)
- Visual Studio 2008,
- JAVA script , AJAX
- XML/XSL
- ASP.NET

hr@halawiholding.com

Digital Librarian - AUB - Lebanon

The Jafet Library has an opening for the position of Digital Librarian, above grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply in writing to the Human Resources Department (Employment Section) not later than December 10, 2011.

Functions
Provides expertise and leadership in support of all digital initiatives at the Libraries, with special focus on the Libraries’ Special Collections. In charge of technical planning, implementation, management and workflow of digitization projects in compliance with internationally recognized standards and best practices. Responsible for all matters of digital objects creation, description, retrieval, storage and preservation including metadata creation and use. Administers and maintains the Library content management system to facilitate storage, retrieval and preservation of digital objects. Promotes the Libraries’ digital projects and initiatives, and actively seeks grants to fund digitization projects.

Requirements
- ALA accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science and/or computer/software engineering background
- Three years of full-time professional experience in an academic library or archival environment.
- Experience in electronic content management and digitization workflow: Knowledge of standards and best practices for digital library project management, techniques, and practices.
- Solid knowledge of standards for metadata and digital preservation, and experience managing large sets of digital files.
- Knowledge of current technology trends: metadata schemes, digital preservation strategies and repositories. General knowledge of markup and database languages.
- Experience with computer programming and scripting languages (JavaScript, MySQL, and PHP) is desirable.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to coordinate and/or lead multiple projects simultaneously.

Send CV and letter of interest to vacancy@aub.edu.lb

Engineering Computer Lab Supervisor - LAU - Lebanon

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the School of Engineering has a vacancy for an Engineering Lab Supervisor. The Engineering Computer Lab Supervisor is responsible for planning, supervising and performing a variety of tasks that would ensure proper operation, maintenance and development of the Engineering Computing facilities. The Supervisor will also provide support for other activities related to the academic operation of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)

Responsibilities
- Plan, operate, and maintain the computing facilities including hardware, peripherals, network and software
- Organize and schedule the various lab sessions, and supervise the lab assistants’ work
- Assist students in lab projects and Capstone Design projects
- Assist in academic assessment activities
- Assist in ECE students’ orientation and advising
- Assist the ECE Chair in developing and implementing data/record management systems
- Develop and manage pertinent web content
- Perform other departmental related work as per supervisor’s request

Requirements
- BE or MS in Computer Engineering or equivalent form a recognized university
- Between 4 and 6 years of work experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty and staff
- Relevant experience in academic environment is highly desirable

Send CV and letter of interest indicating in the subject Engineering Lab Supervisor to byblos.hire@lau.edu.lb

Data Center Supervisor - AUB - Lebanon

The IT Operations Department has an opening for the position of Data Center Supervisor, in grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply in writing to the Human Resources Department (Employment Section) not later than November 10, 2011.

The Data Center supervisor is responsible for designing, operating, monitoring and maintaining industry-leading, geographically dispersed, Tier-3 and/or Tier4 green Data Operations Centers for AUB and AUBMC.

Requirements
- BE or BS degree in computer science, computer engineering, electro-mechanical or related field.
- Five years experience in computer operations and facilities management.
- Good knowledge of data centers design , building management systems, capacity planning and industry best practices
- Good knowledge of data centers standards compliance and specifications, including but not limited to ASHRAE TC 9.9, EIA/TIA, NFPA, ISO, etc…
- Good maintenance and operating knowledge of data center equipment such as Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units, precision air-conditioning units, fire suppression, physical access controls etc.
- Fair knowledge in UNIX, Windows and AS400 servers
- Good knowledge in data communication and networking concepts and technologies
- Good time management skills, attention to detail and ability to create a work product with highly accurate results.
- Excellent knowledge of English and well developed verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work varying hours and shifts including holidays, weekends and on-call 24 hours/day shifts.

Send CV and letter of interest to vacancy@aub.edu.lb

Senior .Net Developer - Netways - Lebanon

- BA or BS in Computer Science or Engineering Degree
- MCSD.NET is a MUST
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience covering:
- ASP.NET & C# Web Applications
- Multi-tier Architecture, OOP and UML
- SQL Stored Procedures, ADO and (You can apply or contact us by email using the Apply Online Box below)
- Advanced experience in XML, XPath and XSL
- XML Web Services & .Net Remoting
- HTML, JavaScript and DHTML Programming is a plus
- STRONG Software Architecture & Design skills
- Knowledge in Microsoft Share Point and BizTalk Server is a MUST

Personal Qualifications
- Team Work Spirit & Ability to Meet Deadlines
- Hard Worker, quick learner & motivated
- Applicant must have a good English, French, Arabic, communication & presentation skills
- Minimum 3 to 5 Years of Experience required

cv@netways.com

Senior User Experience Expert/Senior Designer - Cleartag - Lebanon

The position requires expert design skills as they apply to information architecture, user workflow, usability, and website/web app interaction. The candidate must possess a thorough understanding of interaction design principles and best practices, with a strong understanding of how visual and interaction design work together to create a user experience.

The candidate must have strong analytical skills and be able to understand and apply both qualitative and quantitative data. He/She will be well-versed in user research practices and understand how they are best used within a fast-paced environment. He/She should have significant experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively under pressure while balancing speed and quality. Ideal candidates will possess strong collaboration and influencing skills, excellent grammatical skills and the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities
- Develop detailed wireframes, flowcharts, mockups, and other product deliverables to effectively communicate designs and product requirements
- Employ user-centered design practices to create world-class interactive web experiences
- Define, develop, and document all front-end design requirements for all projects
- Serve as the business lead for front-end product decisions
- Work closely with engineering and QA during the development process
- Write easy-to-read and comprehensive documentation
- Conduct user research, such as usability studies, paper prototype studies, ethnographic field studies, and surveys
- Understand how to appropriately apply both qualitative and quantitative research findings in design and business problem-solving
- Work with cross-functional teams to find balanced solutions to complex user, business and technical challenges
- Develop expert-level knowledge of competitive and complementary products/experiences and bring new ideas to the team
- Work seamlessly with the team to develop and maintain site branding and visual design Work Experience

Requirement
- 6+ years experience as a user experience designer, interaction designer, user interface designer, or similar role

hr@cleartag.com

Developers/Project Manager - ArabNet - Lebanon

ArabNet is looking for full time, young and talented people that can add spice to the growing team:

- Project Manager
- Python Developer
- Executive assistant to the VP
- Technology enthusiasts with great writing skills

Send CV/presentation/writing sample to jobs@arabnet.me

C# .NET Developer - Wext - Lebanon

Lead development and changes required on the engine portion of Wext and support development and troubleshooting on integration points with the various mobile and web clients.

Duties
- Make required changes on server side code and databases
- Install and setup test version of engine to support mobile development testing
- Create new server side modules needed to support new features
- Provide sample code to client developers

Skills
- Minimum 5 years of C#/.Net server side development
- ADO.Net and XML
- 2-3 years of ASP.Net/C# experience
- Experience with building scalable and high performance server side components
- Relational database design and development using either SQL Server or MySQL
- Web service development using Soap and WCF
Bonus Skills:
- TCP and HTTP development
- SMTP in

rami099@hotmail.com

New Wave System Admin - Smartdate - France

Smartdate, based in Paris France, is a fast growing, VC-backed, international online dating platform. Our goal is nothing short of world domination, at least in the dating space (for the time being, Google can breath a sign of relief). Our team comes from a wide variety of backgrounds from successful entrepreneurs to jazz musicians to former Yahoo lead engineers.

Since the launch on Valentine's Day 2010, Smartdate has been exploding. We are now the top trafficked dating site in France. Due to this explosive expansion, we are currently searching for other talented and interesting individuals to help see us through to total world domination(™).

Our team is hard working, young, serious, fun, and very international. We are working in central Paris primarily in English, yet, French, Spanish and Korean can also be heard from time to time. So, if any of this interests you, please read on. We are always looking for like-minded individuals to join this young and dynamic team. So if you think you are 'the one', please don't hesitate to take the red pill and send us an email.

Who do we want?
- a great developer, collaborator, and inventor all rolled into one?
- Someone who understands what is meant by, Chef, Databags, AMI's, and Infrastructure as an application
- Someone who prefers short-term, business-impacting projects to long, slow, and boring projects
- A team player who works hard and plays hard as well.
- Someone who can create and manage high-performance, high-traffic infrastructures.
- Someone who is excited by cutting edge technologies and their implementations.
- Someone who is intrigued by the idea of working for a new Internet start-up in the heart of central Paris and making some serious money

Why should you join?
- To be part of a small, young, vibrant, international, motivated (and so much more!) team
- To enjoy a great work environment: loft like offices in central Paris
- To be part of the unique adventure of starting up a successful business with proven entrepreneurs.

Job requirements
- Previous startup experience that translated into a successful company is a plus
- Strong understanding of Relational Databases
- Experience with large scale deployments a bonus
- Strong focus on quality, testing and monitoring
- Familiar with the NoSQL and other open source movements
- Understands what is funny about Chuck Norris
- The maturity to know when to work like crazy, and when to kick back

Perks
- Competitive salary and stock option plan.
- Living in one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities on the planet.
- Great team atmosphere

If you think you have what it takes please send us an email at jobs@smartdate.com

Front-end Developer - Studio Mohu - London

Front-end developer with an eye for design. Mohu is a young digital agency based in the heart of shoreditch between Liverpool Street and Old Street. We work on a wide range of projects from entertainment/fashion brands to web apps for start-ups. We are looking for a design literate front-end developer who along with demonstrating the usual proficiency in HTML/CSS is enthusiastic about developing with emerging technologies. It’s important to us that the right person have the freedom to experiment so as long as you can explain your reasoning we are happy for you to use whichever frameworks / methodologies you think are most appropriate. Everyone should feel invested in a project so you should be comfortable working early on with designers contributing to wire-frames and feeding back on feasibility. Our ideal candidate is fun, upbeat and willing to embrace their inner geek. This is your chance to get in early with a fast growing and forward thinking company.

Perks
A well rested developer is a happy developer so we'll give you two weeks paid leave during the festive season in addition to the usual 20 days and other bank holidays. We are also curating a fine selection of blue and green teas.

Salary
Depending on experience £20k - £32k + bonuses, we would prefer someone with agency experience but we are willing to take on graduates if you can impress us.

Must haves
- Proficiency with HTML, CSS, and a javascript framework

Bonus points for
- HTML5
- Design experience
- Experience with mobile platforms
- PHP/Python/Ruby
- Experience developing with Symphony CMS (www.symphony-cms) or any form of XSLT
- Experience coding HTML emails / newsletters for Campaign Monitor
- GIT version control
- Experience with Less CSS

Send CV and a covering letter to jobs@studiomohu.com

Software Developers - Netiks - Lebanon

Netiks International is seeking software developers with university degrees in computer science or software engineering.

- 1 to 3 years of professional experience in ASP.NET, C#, T-SQL, ADO.NET, JavaScript, and CSS.
- A good understanding of OOP and UML is required.
- Good communication skills
- Fluent in English

jobs@netiks.com

Technical Product Manager - Data Consult - Lebanon

Key Responsibilities
- Perform business management for the product including revenue and gross margin forecasting.
- Keep the management informed of any relevant information to operations.
- Act as a leader for the technology within the company.
- Development of a financial and business plan, including product pricing and approval of non-standard pricing requests.
- Support the sales team to make sure that opportunities are turned into orders.
- Make sure that the sales team is trained on the products.
- Negotiate business terms with the technology suppliers.
- Generates sales reports and analysis for his line of business.
- Develop supplier relationship and update portfolio.

Market Input
- Analyze the market and understand customer demands.
- Package solutions based on verticals.
- Benchmark competitive products.
- Study and analyze the competition (SWOT, etc.).

Market Output
- Uncover leads and deliver opportunities to the AMs.
- Manage the product roadmap.
- Promote the line of business through all channels: Customer visits, Events, Phone calls, email, web.
- Manage the marketing budget.

Skills & Experience
- B.S. in Computer or Communications Engineering
- Minimum 2-3 years in selling Data Center Products
- Fluent in Arabic & English
- Ability to speak at conferences
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation communications skills
- Very flexible working time schedule and ability to work across multiple time zones
- High level of certification
- Product Knowledge: Cisco UCS, Cisco MDS, Storage, Cisco Nexus, EMC, VDI, VMware.
- A product manager researches, selects, develops, and places a company's products.

info@dcgroup.com

JAVA/C++ Senior Developer - Aheeva - Lebanon

The candidate must be capable of analyzing and developing new software applications, as well as maintaining and modifying the existing system. The candidate must be able to understand complex and distributed software solutions in order to implement new functionality.

Responsibilities
- Participating in the analysis and the design of new systems
- Maintaining of the existing software systems
- Participating in the integration of the solution for clients
- Ensure proper unit testing is done before submission of code for integration testing
- Writing of pertinent documentation
- Offering second and third level of support of the application

Skills
- Computer Science or Software Engineering degree
- Minimum of 2 years experience in C/C++ programming under Linux
- Experience in JSP and Java programming
- Practical experience in multi-threading programming in C or C++ (essential)
- Practical experience in TCP/IP programming in C or C++ (essential)
- Excellent knowledge of Linux
- Very good knowledge of debugging tools under Linux
- Good knowledge of MySQL
- Knowledge of Asterisk PBX and VoIP is an asset

jobs.lebanon@aheeva.com

Senior Solution Architect - Red Hat - United Arab Emirates

Description
Our Solution Architects are seen by our customers as the seasoned, technical experts of our technology. Our SA's collaborate with the sales team and liaise with the technical delivery teams to bring the best solutions to our customers. Solutions Architects are responsible for driving solutions across our RHEL Product Suite including Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Migration Center, and more.

Primary Responsibilities
- Support the sales team in the delivery and implementation of Red Hat products and offerings. Show a diverse understanding of complex operating systems, design value driven architectures, and present the application and ROI of those technology solutions. Deliver compelling recommendations which directly result in the closing of new sales.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the customer's business and IT environment; collaborate with the sales executives in assessing the potential application of Red Hat products. Utilize your skills as a technical solution expert and your understanding of Open Source industry best practice to deliver timely results customers which exceed expectations.
- Demonstrate mature judgment in the selection of techniques and technologies for delivering solutions. Interact in an authoritative fashion with -Red Hat sales team and customer senior management.
- Demonstrate that you can communicate value, progress and status of sales opportunities to all stakeholders. Share knowledge and findings to allow team members to learn from your successes and mistakes. Demonstrate that you can work as part of a team.
- Provide follow-up support in disseminating technical information on specific applications. Prepare detailed product specifications and implements detailed customer installation plans.
- Represent Red Hat to the customer and the customer to Red Hat in sales-related matters.

Required Skills & Experience
- Demonstrated success in a technical pre-sales role in support of Senior Sales Executives, including excellent presentation and documentation skills.
- Communication and technical skill sets which allow the individual to develop relationships at engineering, commercial and CXO levels throughout organizations.
- Strong knowledge of UNIX / Linux systems, preferably in Red Hat platform products including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat Network Satellite, MRG, and other related technologies.
- Advantageous to have additional knowledge of technologies as Clustering, Directory Services, Identity Management, etc. and/or programming languages of Python, Perl, Java etc.
- Strong passion for open source technologies
- Motivated to learn and create new thing
- The ability to continually develop your skills and technical knowledge.
- A desire to be part of a company that is redefining the entire software industry.
- Ability to work as part of a young and dynamic team whilst demonstrating flexibility, autonomy and a desire to make things happen
- Fluent in English required. Arabic language skills an advantage.
- Willingness to travel across the MENA region up to 75%.

mea@redhat.com

Web Developer - 1px.com - Lebanon

Description
As a PHP Web Developer you will have the unique opportunity to join a successful Lebanese/Danish startup web agency located in Jal el dib (Metn, Lebanon).

What you need for this position:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Experience in PHP programming language
- Experience with jQuery or other JavaScript frameworks
- Strong knowledge of SQL

What you'll be doing:
- Develop backend software using PHP, MySQL and an MVC framework
- Maintain legacy web applications developed with these technologies
- Implement web interfaces in HTML, CSS and JavaScript

For your hard work, you will receive a full time salaried position, full benefits, and a great team environment.

Desired Skills & Experience
A Must:
- PHP
- OOP (Object Oriented Programming)
- MySQL
- JavaScript (jQuery)
- AJAX
- HTML/CSS
- SEO

A Plus:
- Experience in MVC framework
- Experience in Apache and LAMP environment
- Experience in Versioning system (Subversion, Git..)

hello@1px.com

Web, Software, and Mobile Applications Developer - P-Group - Lebanon

Required Experience
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years experience in website development using PHP, AJAX, jQuery, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and MySQL
- Minimum 1 year experience with C, C++, Java, J2EE/J2SE/J2ME, JSP, Web Services, Servlets, XML and XSLT
- Experience in at least one mobile platform ideally either iPhone, Android or Symbian
- A thorough understanding of the full software development lifecycle
- 1+ years experience developing web & software applications using object oriented development methodologies

Required Skills
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- Solid understanding of object oriented programming OOP
- Well versed in mobile communications systems with experience prototyping and developing applications
- Experience participating heavily in the creative process of mobile application design
- Good experience in the analysis, design, development, and support of web, software and mobile applications
- Strong technical skills in web technologies, mobile applications, and integration solutions
- Strong experience in designing, developing & implementing solutions applying SDLC methodology
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong aptitude for learning new processes and techniques
- Experience and working knowledge of both Agile and waterfall development practices

Experience in the following areas would enhance any application:
- QT, xCode, Objective-C, Cocoa, Win32
- iPhone SDK, Android SDK, or other mobile platforms (iPad/iPod Touch, Blackberry, Symbian & Windows Mobiles)
- Mobile GUI principles and best practices

cv@p-group.cc

Senior Web Developer - Softimpact - Lebanon

- Assist in the development of web applications, complex websites
- Test and document applications

Profile
- 2 to 3 years of experience
- Excellent inter-personal communication skills
- Disciplined and Dynamic
- Works under pressure
- Enjoys multi-tasks jobs

Requirements
- Holds a university degree in computer science / engineering. Knowledge in:
- VB.net, C#, ASP.net
- Microsoft SQL Server
- HTML, XML, JavaScript.
- Object Oriented Programming
- knowledge in Adobe fireworks and Photoshop for design implementation
- HTML, CSS
- JavaScript, JQuery
- Flash + action scripting is a plus
- PHP is a plus
- Fluent in English & Arabic: written and spoken.

Send CVs to hr@softimpact.net with Ref:(SWD25)

Head of Web/Interactive Services - Signals Design Group - Canada

Signals is looking for a self-motivated individual to lead our growing interactive practice. This is a leadership position in a successful Vancouver design consultancy that offers creative, print and interactive services. Signals is known for bringing clarity to complex issues and the ideal candidate shares our interest in tackling meaty, challenging and important subject matter.

- You live and breathe the web and are able to identify and articulate the best solutions for our clients.
- You have agency experience and are comfortable working with our creative director and design team.
- You are knowledgeable enough to get sites built efficiently either with our in-house developers or outside partners.

Email a cover letter introducing themselves and indicating salary expectations, a resume, and links to recent work to:
Kosta Tsetsekas, Principal
kosta@signals.ca

User Experience Designer - 1&1 Internet AG - Germany

1&1 Internet AG is a 100% subsidiary of the publically-traded United Internet AG, one of the market-leading Internet service providers, with about 10 million customer accounts, 5,000 s and about 2 billion Euro annual sales. Our brands 1&1, GMX and WEB.de provide sophisticated Internet solutions for consumer and business users. In order to continue our success story, we need enthusiastic people, ready to take part in shaping the Internet along with us.

Role
The user experience team designs 1&1 Internet AG’s user interface in the field of webhosting, primarily the customer portal “Control Center”, and web and software applications relating to webhosting. Customers and their expectations of a product are at the center of our work. With the aid of detailed analysis of customer requirements, an interactive design process and plenty of space for innovative ideas, we bring products into being which provide customers with a positive user experience and so with the best possible support in their work.
- Analysis of customer requirements using focus groups, customer surveys, logfile analysis and market analysis.
- Working with the product and customer management, product development and support departments to conduct interviews.
- Design and specification of user interfaces (interaction design, interface and information design, graphic design), communicating with the technical development departments.
- Producing guidelines for internal use or for use with business partners.

Requirements
- A degree in interaction design, GUI design, media IT or psychology, and several years of experience in a field related to user experience design (preferably with relation to complex software applications and configuration interfaces), web programming and webhosting.
- Experience in designing and documenting user interfaces.
- Specification of functional and content-related requirements, scribbles, use cases, process and page diagrams; competence in the required software, such as Microsoft Visio or Adobe Photoshop.
- Experience in conducting usability tests, focus groups, surveys and interviews and analyzing the results; experience with logfile analysis.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in German and English (further languages an advantage).
- Knowledge of current trends in user interface design and webhosting.

jobs@1und1.de

Social Media Manager - Landmark Group - Dubai

Landmark Group (LMG) is the largest retailer in the Middle East with over 1000 stores and $3.8 billion in revenue. The group has interests in fashion, home retail and hospitality and manages 24 customer facing brands.

The Role
We are in the fashion and hospitality space, continuous engagement with audience is a must for our brands for good top of mind recall. Social media hence has a big role to play. Till today, the people handling the conventional marketing channels also handle social media marketing. This does not work because they do not have the right skills for it and also because social media is just one thing on their portfolio. We slowly want to build a team of social media experts to handle this, a team which will have specific experience in this and will handle the social face of all our brands. You will probably be the first member of this team and will start working on 4 to 5 of our brands which already have a social presence (Citymax Hotels, Splash, Home Center). To start with, you will need to work closely with the marketing teams of these businesses and mention the smallest to the biggest initiatives on social media. As we progress, we would want you to participate in the process of defining some exclusive social media initiatives for these brands. The bottom line is that you have to ensure that the users have enough legitimate reasons to follow our brands on social media. Thereafter, our goal will be to build a solid following for our brands in social media.

Specifics
- Keep in touch with the marketing teams to identify opportunities that can lead to social media mentions.
- Conduct research on the trends on how other brands are using social media and bring these ideas to our campaigns
- Think about specific social media promotions (example: contests, polls etc.) and make these a reality.
- Maintain a healthy (not very high, not very low) rate of posts on all channels.
- Build relationships with top bloggers, social influencers and local community groups. Use incentives like gift, party/event invites and discount coupons for the same.
- Regular monitoring & proactive reporting on the metrics and impact (example: online conversations, tonal sentiment, viral impact, search visibility, views, reach, registrations etc.).

Who should apply?
- Experience in working in social media or community management roles.
- Genuine passion for social media & that should reflect with your own Twitter feed, FB page or blog.
- Creative & proactive communication skills to generate new ideas & make them a reality quickly.
- Some education or formative experience as a content writer would be a plus.
- Should have a strong understanding of the realities of the web.
- Should have basic understanding of HTML & modern technologies like SEO, SMO, social bookmarking, mobile, location based marketing etc.

webteam@cplmg.com

Web Content and Project Manager - CS Creative - USA

CS Creative is seeking a web content project manager to work client-side with a leading technology company in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate has 5-6 years agency or corporate in-house experience and a strong understanding of the web development process.

Overall Objectives
- Fully understand the client’s business, product positioning, marketing objectives and strategies
- Contribute to business goals through effective content project execution
- Develop working relationships within the web strategy and marketing teams
- Effectively source content with subject matter experts and marketing communications department
- Consult with Distributed Authors to advise on proper implementation of web content
- Utilize sound project management practices and existing brand and site guidelines to execute requests
- Contribute to site style by applying design knowledge, customer feedback and industry best practices

Project Management Activities
End to end management of logistics for large projects including coordination of core team activities, solution research, reporting of project activities, implementation of project needs.

- Coordinate with internal requestors to determine the objectives and gather requirements for their site
- Brainstorm on new initiatives
- Utilize project management practices to manage scope and mitigate risk
- Present site concepts to requestors and key stakeholders
- Create a schedule in Microsoft Project and provide timely status updates to team
- Execute changes via templates in TeamSite CMS using XML or in some cases HTML
- Perform content reviews, test implementation of changes and manage approvals
- Design and implement a test plan and a go-live plan

Experience & Skills
- 5-6 years of web content project management experience
- Competency in HTML, XML and Dreamweaver
- Background in a web or IT environment a plus
- High level of experience with content management tools (TeamSite a plus)
- Photoshop a plus

Attributes
- Proven attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects
- Self-motivated, flexible team member who is well-suited for a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to juggle multiple projects within tight timelines
- Ability to self manage workload based on given delivery dates and priority
- Enjoys being part of a collaborative team process including frequent project and team meetings
- Positive attitude and willingness to grow as the department and projects evolve

Benefits
Health and dental insurance, paid vacation and casual work environment with an emphasis on work/life balance.

Application
This is an immediate opening. Please submit resume and salary history to careers@cs-creative.com and include job title in email subject line. Please limit emails to 6MBs or less.

Project Coordinator - vit-e - Lebanon

we are looking for a project coordinator to manage and lead strategic web projects.

As a candidate, you will be expected to:
- leverage a diverse range of skill-sets to scope, plan, deliver and report on a range of web projects.
- collaborate with colleagues such as copywriters, designers, photographers and web developers.
- In collaboration with the management team, you will be required to take the lead on scoping, planning and delivering projects to continually improve existing services.

Responsibilities
- Manage a range of web projects that vary in size and complexity.
- Develop project documentation and associated reports as appropriate to the assigned projects.
- Provide high-level strategic information to the leadership group and provide a leadership role in the development of strategies to address continued service improvement.
- Manage the communication and ensure any change associated with the project is also well managed.
- Communicate effectively with external organizations and clients.
- Providing consultancy and project management support to clients and colleagues.

Experience and Skills
We are seeking a motivated, organized and pro-active person to work with and contribute to our team.
Qualifications Required To be assessed via applicant's resume:
- Education and/or training in Project Management, Information Technology, Marketing or Business in conjunction with relevant experience.

Skills and Capabilities Required
You will be assessed on the basis of relevant capability and capacity for the following:

Essential
- Experience in the use of systematic project management methodologies across a wide range of projects.
- Demonstrated high level of competence in interpersonal skills, consultation, negotiation and effective communication with the team and clients.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake business analysis in areas of significant complexity and prepare reports, submissions and agreements of a complex nature.
- Evidence of the capacity to lead, encourage and work professionally with a small team of staff to ensure project outcomes and timelines are achieved.

Desirable
- Experience working for interactive media
- Knowledge of Internet technologies such as HTML, Flash, XML

hello@vit-e.com

IT Sales Consultant - Softimpact - Lebanon

Qualifications
- IT Engineer or business computer
- Fluent in Arabic, English , French is a plus
- Previous experience in selling IT / Web solutions is a plus
- Male or female
- Motorized

Benefits
- Fixed salary (Depending on experience)
- Commission on sales as per company commission structure
- Transportation allowance

Send CVs to hr@softimpact.net with Ref:(ISC10)

Web Developer - vit-e - Lebanon

vit-e are looking for an experienced web developer with 2 years experience in open source technologies.

hello@vit-e.com

Business Solution Developer - Integrated Business Solutions - Lebanon

Skills
- .NET Development / JavaScript
- 2+ years of experience
- B.S. Computer Science

Duties & Responsibilities
- Development of JavaScript, Web Services, and Plug-ins for Dynamics products
- Assistance in Implementation and support of Microsoft Dynamics CRM and NAV projects
- .NET development for extension and customization of company products
- System design and solutions for customer and company projects
- Research and development for the enhancement of company products within the defined technical department strategy.
- Implementation of development tasks assigned by the Project manager
- Customer support

- Activity Microsoft Dynamics Partners / CRM and ERP Development and Services
- Reporting to Technical Manager

info@ibs.com.lb

Senior IOS (iPhone) Developer - Mayflower Media Group - Dubai

Mayflower is seeking an IOS (iPhone) Developer to lead the development of our iOS applications. The position duties includes the creation of our iOS applications, re-factoring existing code, documenting functionality, continuously enhancing our iOS applications, and mentoring junior developer(s). The applicant should demonstrate a history of innovation and creative problem solving, excellent written and oral communication skills, a keen attention to detail and a very strong understanding of application design and architecture. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience with advanced iOS development techniques, enjoys learning new skills, and stays on the cutting edge of iOS and mobile technologies and methodologies.

Tasks & Activities
- Architect, design, develop and deliver new features for existing applications as well as new applications within fast-paced development cycles, maintaining high quality in all areas throughout development.
- Complete unit testing, functional testing and bug fixes, delivering applications for final testing.
- Work with UI designers and product managers to create applications that satisfy user needs with simplicity and robustness.
- Collaborate with other developers; provide mentor-ship to members of the team and work to efficiently achieve the team's goals.
- Follow, maintain and evolve the team's development process, code libraries and methodologies.
- Stay current with mobile and related technologies.

Requirements
- Self-motivated, team-oriented, responsible, and reliable with a positive attitude.
- Candidate must have the ability to work in a structured, yet variable environment.
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent industry experience.
- Solid understanding of Apple's Human User Interface Guidelines.
- Extensive experience with Xcode 4.0 and Instruments.
- At least 4 years of software development and architect experience in a professional context.
- At least 2 years of iOS/Objective-C experience, with at least ONE published universal application for iOS.
- Must have architect/design experience in Universal iPhone/iPad app.
- Must have development experience in custom UI components.
- Must have solid understanding of system engineering and object oriented design patterns.
- Must have solid understanding of multi-threading application and memory management.
- Must have knowledge of code repository software Git.
- Must have strong analytical skills.
- Ability to resolve complex problems.
- Experience with Agile software development methodology.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to interact with various levels of personnel, including end users, executive management, and developers
- Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment and to work under pressure, typical of all start-up environments
- Strong written, oral communication and presentation skills
- Strong understanding of the Muslim culture & lifestyle. Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.

Send CV to both email addresses:
taher.kaissi@cevalogistics.com
ali@mayflowermediagroup.com

Online/Mobile Software Development Leader

Mayflower is seeking a Web & Mobile Software Developer to lead application development across mobile and the web. It is a job that requires experience and enthusiasm in equal measure. You will use your knowledge of user interface design to deliver ground-breaking solutions for an exciting web start-up company. This is a hardcore programming position and requires serious development skills & experience.

Requirements
- Experience designing, building, debugging, and maintaining large-scale distributed web/mobile applications
- Strong Web & Mobile application design skills, including information architecture, interface design & visual design
- Excellent programming skills
- 5+ years experience with JavaScript/HTML/CSS/Ajax/HTTP
- Rapidly fix bugs and solve problems - Conduct design and code reviews
- Arabic language skills a plus
- BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux
- Comfortable with agile techniques
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Experience building mobile websites/apps for a wide range of mobile platforms
- Experience with HTML5
- Previous start-up experience
- Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment and to work under pressure, typical of all start-up environments
- Strong written, oral communication and presentation skills
- Strong understanding of the Muslim culture & lifestyle.

Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.

Send CV to both email addresses:
taher.kaissi@cevalogistics.com
ali@mayflowermediagroup.com

Systems Analyst / Developer - FreeBalance - Lebanon

As a Systems Analyst/Developer at FreeBalance you will have the responsibility for assessing and analyzing all the software applications and database requirements for the e-services (e-forms, epayment, e-services, e-learning..), as well as writing and developing all the required databases, programs, reports, manuals, training and support documentation.

Responsibilities
- Designing and developing stored procedures based on functional requirements;
- Design and develop e-services system applications and create appropriate reports and documentation;
- Perform the development, enhancement and maintenance of e-services applications and reports utilizing various elements of development tools;
- Participate in all phases of full life-cycle development of the system, including requirements analysis, software design, software implementation, testing, deployment, training and user/administrator guide manual preparation;
- Employ best practices and a standardized IT methodology during the Analysis, Requirements and Detail Design phases;
- Execute and lead the preparation of all required documents, reports and outputs as required by the contract;
- Work closely with other team members and client representatives to meet the system requirements and functional objectives;
- Maintain the software application designs applicability and congruence to the business requirements.

Education and Experience
- University graduates in Computer Science, software/database or related computing related technology programs.
- 7+ years with system development life cycles.
- 3+ years of relevant experience system development/customization e-services web based applications including design specifications.
- In depth knowledge of understanding of the components of Web based architectures.
- Ability to translate business requirements and business rules into the application architecture.
- Demonstrate competency in business process modeling.
- Previous experience in designing and building web based e-services.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Previous experience in public sector considered an asset.

Send CV to hr@freebalance.com

Senior RF Engineer - Mobi - Lebanon

Responsible for
- Radio Network Design and Radio Network Capacity Planning
- Base Stations, Backbone and CPE Sites Installations Design
- Network Optimization, Network Upgrade and New Features Introduction
- Network Management and Database
- Budget Planning

Desired Skills & Experience
- Education: Bachelor Degree in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. Preferable at Masters level
- Experience: 4-6 years
- Languages: English and Arabic
- Knowledge of WIMAX Technology understanding, Power System Design, Operations & Maintenance, Lightning & Grounding System Protection, Troubleshooting & Analytical Skills

jobs@mobi.tm

Senior .Net Developer - ProFed - Lebanon

3+ years Experience in Microsoft technologies Senior .NET Developer that will design, develop, test,
implement and maintain web-based portals and applications that provide a wide range of capabilities.

Personal Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Good writing and correspondence skills
- Personal maturity
- Stability
- Long term vision
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in writing work scopes is a plus

Technical Skills
- 3+ years of Experience in asp.net development
- Strong Knowledge in C# & Vb.net languages
- Strong Knowledge in asp.net technology
- Strong Knowledge in SQL server language and querying
- Visual studio, SQL server and windows server knowledge
- Object Oriented Design & Development
- Familiar with modeling tools such as Visio and UML diagrams
- Experience in AJAX technology
- Experience with Windows application development is a plus
- SharePoint Knowledge is a plus

Send CV at hr@profedme.com indicating the role of interest

Senior ASP.NET Developer - M&C Saatchi - Lebanon

M&C Saatchi MENA is seeking a highly skilled Senior ASP.NET developer with a strong background in building scalable, high-quality and high-performance web applications on the Microsoft technology stack. As a Senior Developer, you will be responsible of a team of 3 to 4 developers for building the front and back end of a web application.

You will be working with a team of experienced developers and business resources to build highly-performing enterprise systems that once finished you will be glad to have you name on it.

Experience
- Ability to design and develop an enterprise level web application
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and OOP design
- Strong knowledge in HTML, CSS and javascript
- Experience with jQuery
- Strong knowledge in Ajax
- Strong knowledge of software implementation best practices.
- A strong C# ASP.NET background
- Load balanced web applications
- Experience in SQL.
- Windows workflow foundation is a plus.
- Silverlight is a plus
- HTML 5 is a plus.
- Ability to lead a team of 3 to 4 developers.
- Ability to conduct code review sessions

hr.dev@mcsaatchi.me

HTML Developer - Digital Limits - Lebanon

Our Web Developer will be responsible for creating, designing and maintaining our clients' websites according to specification.

Responsibilities
- Write and edit CSS sheets, manipulate HTML code and cut images from provided mockups
- Create elegant and creative mock-ups and web pages.
- Add and edit JavaScript code to maintain lively effects on the designed websites.
- Work together with colleagues of Design, IT and Marketing to improve usability.
- Conduct experiments and revisions for improving mock-ups.

Qualifications
- Graphically strong web design skills.
- Advanced experience/expert knowledge of HTML and CSS development (asset: knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3).
- Hand-crafted HTML in English and Arabic.
- Advanced knowledge of web standards and experience with table-less HTML code.
- Ability to create cross-browser compatible code (all major browsers, including IE6).
- Familiar with common browser bugs (especially IE) and their respective fixes.
- Ability to create functional (D )HTML code from design mock-ups.
- Basic understanding of JavaScript and jQuery.
- Advanced knowledge of Photoshop (create web images and mock-ups from layered PSDs).
- Basic knowledge of Flash and Action Script.
- Ability to work in a deadline driven environment with internal processes.
- Excellent spoken and written English language skills.
- Possess a keen eye for details and excellent problem solving skills.

Send resumes to jobs@dlimits.com

Website Developer - SABIS - Lebanon

- Design, build, or maintain web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media
- Perform or direct web site updates
- Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions
- Back up files from web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems
- Identify problems uncovered by testing or customer feedback, and correct problems or refer problems to appropriate personnel for correction
- Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems
- Maintain understanding of current web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups
- Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements
- Develop or validate test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types
- Develop databases that support web applications and web sites
- Write supporting code for web applications or web sites
- Perform web site tests according to planned schedules, or after any web site or product revisions
- Select programming languages, design tools, or applications
- Respond to user email inquiries, or set up automated systems to send responses
- Develop or implement procedures for ongoing web site revision
- Develop and document style guidelines for web site content
- Develop web site maps, application models, image templates, or page templates that meet project goals, user needs, or industry standards
- Identify or maintain links to and from other web sites and check links to ensure proper functioning
- Recommend and implement performance improvements
- Create searchable indices for web page content
- Register web sites with search engines to increase web site traffic
- Provide clear, detailed descriptions of web site specifications such as product features, activities, software, communication protocols, programming languages, and operating systems software and hardware

Knowledge, skills and Abilities
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
- Experienced in developing websites and web applications utilizing C# and .net
- Excellent knowledge in Java script is a plus
- Good knowledge in Photoshop is a plus
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent Organization skills
- Ability to interpret data and use information to improve instruction
- Excellent planning skills
- Multi-tasking
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Teamwork

Send CV to creative@sabis.net

I-phone Developer - ProFed - Lebanon

ProFed are looking for an I-phone developer with:

- iPhone development experience, including working on launched applications
- User interface development experience
- A strong Objective C programming background on iPhone and/or Mac platforms
- Strong experience with Cocoa Touch
- Demonstrable experience of object oriented design

Send CV hr@profedme.com indicating "I-phone developer" in the email subject

Quality Assurance Engineer - HRsmart - Lebanon

Description
This person will be responsible for the creation and modification of test cases, for the testing of new features as well as regression tests, and for ensuring the reasonable resolution issues that are identified in the testing process.

Responsibilities
- Work closely with Product Management and Application Development during the scope, development, and testing phases to ensure quality and timely delivery is achieved.
- Create, modify and execute test cases used in regression.
- Conduct software compatibility tests with browsers, programs, and operating systems.
- Identify, isolate, document, and report problems with program function, software defects, and deviance from specifications using a project tracking system.
- Monitor issue resolution efforts and track successes. Retest issue updates made by development.
- Apply quality assurance standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
- Log and track software defects and communicate priority/severity of defects to other team members.
- Provide feedback to development and product management on software usability and functionality.
- Create and maintain automated testing scripts in PHP.

Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
- Strong personal skills: must have ability to work in supporting capacity within a team under changing priorities on a daily basis.
- Technically competent in web software and applications, IE, Firefox, and other major browsers, SQL database technologies, and their impact on development and testing efforts
- Must be a Team Player with a strong work ethic.
- Must possess organizational, time management, and motivational skills.
- Must have a working knowledge of quality assurance methodologies.

Skills
Required:
- Experience Required or Educational Equivalent:
- 1-2 years programming experience
- 1-2 years experience and understanding of HTML and JavaScript
- 1-2 years experience testing and documenting system applications

Preferred:
- Experience with Perl and/or PHP
- Experience with Testlink or other test case repository
- Experience with Selenium RC

Send CV to marketing@hrsmart.com

Junior Linux System Administrator - HRsmart - Qatar

Description
This person will be responsible for administering a high availability, hosted environment and managing a multi-server network running Linux.
The ideal candidate will work well in a fast paced environment and deal professionally with internal and external clients. The candidate will proactively assess the health of the network and servers, and will proactively identify and rectify issues. The ideal candidate will have more than 3 years of professional experience with Debian Linux, MySQL, Apache, Perl and PHP.
The candidate will also interface directly with customers in the Middle East, and with HRsmart Systems Administration teams located in the United States.

Administration responsibilities include:
- Administer multiple Debian Linux servers running in a high availability (Application Service Provider) environment.
- Administer MySQL in a high availability DB environment.
- Configure and install new machines. Experience with IBM xSeries hardware a plus.
- Perform day-to-day analysis of performance metrics to identify potential issues.
- Write and maintain scripts to automate daily tasks.
- Ability to travel to production colocation facilities located in Qatar as required.
- This position will be on call 24x7.

Skills & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience administrating Debian Linux.
- Minimum 3 years of experience administrating Apache.
- Minimum 3 years of experience administrating MySQL.
- Minimum 2 years of experience with Linux tape backup processes, including familiarity with tar, mtx and mt.
- Ability to write and maintain automation scripts written in Perl, PHP and bash.
- RHCE or LPI Linux or MySQL certification is a plus.
- Ability to work very well under pressure.
- Excellent multitasking capabilities.
- The ideal candidate will be very self-motivated and require little supervision.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
- Minimum 3 years of industry experience required.
- Strong command of the English language.

Send CV to marketing@hrsmart.com

Web Developer - Cinemoz - Lebanon

Cinemoz, a premium online video and entertainment company for the Arab World, is looking for a Web Application Developer to join our newly formed software engineering team in Beirut.

He will be responsible for designing and implementing features for our video on demand platform.

Requirements
- Must have 2+ years experience developing web applications.
- Must be familiar with Perl, DBIx:Class, PostgreSQL and Git.
- Must be confortable with FreeBSD/Linux environements and SSH.
- Must be able to show examples of all above requirements.

Bonus
- Strong unix system administation skills.
- Familiar with Amazon EC2 and related services.

Send CV and related documents (cover letter, portfolio, etc...) to jobs@seeqnce.com

Solution Architect - FreeBalance - Lebanon

As a Solution Architect at FreeBalance you will be responsible for overall solution design deployment, and quality assurance (portal and e-services). The Solution Architect will also assist with setting the product direction and be responsible for evaluating and incorporating emerging standards and new technologies.

Responsibilities
- Participate in all phases of full life-cycle development of the project including requirements analysis, software design, software implementation, testing, deployment, training and user guide preparation;
- Employ best practices and a standardized IT methodology during the Analysis, Requirements and Detail Design phases;
- Execute and lead the preparation of all required technical documents, reports, plans and outputs as required by our customers
- Design & develop IT solution architecture (covering integrated process, applications, data, infrastructure, security & other technologies) to resolve business requirements
- Responsible for technical planning, architectural development & modifications to specifications of all the application
- Maintain the software application designs applicability and congruence to the business requirements.
- Assess the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies

Education and Experience
- University graduates in Computer Science, software/database or related to computing related technology programs
- 5+ years Java design and development experience in progressive roles
- 3+ years of experience as a Software Architect with expert level of knowledge and proven experience in a complex scalable web-based application solution
- Ability to demonstrate expertise with J2EE solutions
- Experience with enterprise ERP product architectures
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in Arabic and English
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Previous experience in the public sector considered an asset

Send CV to hr@freebalance.com

Quality Assurance Consultant - Edarat Group - Lebanon

The QA is responsible to write, overwrite and verify technical documentation produced by the Consulting team before its distribution (such as proposals, etc.)

Send CV to info@edaratgroup.com

Social Media Specialist - ThinkMedia Labs - Lebanon

Description
We are looking for a Social Media Specialist to implement different Social Media strategies, develop brand awareness, generate inbound traffic, and encourage product adoption. This role coordinates with the strategy and marketing teams to support their respective missions, ensuring consistency in voice and cultivating a social media referral network.

The person will have to be extremely entrepreneurial and results driven as and performance will be measured based on actual results.

Attributes and required skills are: confidence, motivation, innovation, determination, good organizational and time management skills, attention to details, the ability to work well on your own and also as part of a team, and the ability to develop in-depth knowledge about Clients’ products and markets.

Your key responsibilities and duties for this position would include, but not limited to, the following:

- Create a comprehensive social media strategy to define programs that use social media marketing techniques to increase visibility and traffic across all social media platforms
- Build outreach initiatives outside of sales or marketing goals to give the clients’ brands a personality and voice within the industry and the communities
- Produce blog updates, podcasts, videos, online posts, and newsletters to promote the community, featured members, new content,…
- Manage social media campaigns and day-to-day activities. Duties include online advocacy, writing editorial, community-outreach efforts, promotions,…
- Manage presence in social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, and other similar community sites, posting on relevant blogs, seeding content into social applications as needed, daily monitoring,…
- Implement the social media strategy, coordinate with stakeholders to ensure its effectiveness, encourage adoption of relevant social media techniques into the corporate culture and into all of the company’s products and services
- Ensure you are always up to date on the latest social media tools
- Become an advocate of the Company and its clients in social media spaces, engaging in dialogues, and answering questions where appropriate
- Monitor effective benchmarks for measuring the impact of social media programs, and analyze, review, and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize results
- Monitor trends in social media techniques
- Measure Results: Constantly measure the impact and results of social media on the overall marketing efforts with different tracking and analysis tools. Review what is working and what needs improvement.
- Prepare status reports on social media efforts and success rates
- Establish relevant metrics to map the impact of social media activities in both a qualitative and quantitative fashion, and amend strategies based on learnings and patterns

Desired Skills & Experience
Our ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective participants (Facebook, Digg, Youtube, Twitter, Flickr etc.) and how they can be deployed in different scenarios
- Has a strong understanding of social networking and social media marketing
- Leadership experience with the strategic planning and marketing of at least one successful online community
- Proven ability to create and execute online social media campaigns with significant growth patterns
- Expertise publishing or participating on blogs, social news, video/photo sharing, social networking applications, widgets / gadgets, viral marketing campaigns, and podcasts. Should already have profiles established on some of the more well-known sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
- Ability to quantitatively assess Web analytics and data to adapt creative and business objectives in response to market feedback and user activity trends
- Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format, and build and maintain relationships
- Team player, with the confidence to take the lead and guide other departments when necessary
- Has strong writing skills (Arabic or English or both - French is a plus)
- Public relations, Marketing, Sales, or Community Management experience are a plus

Send CV to jobs@thinkmedialabs.com

Perl / MySQL Developer / LAMP Environment - HRsmart - Lebanon

Description
- Develop new features for existing solutions using Perl and HTML based on design specifications and customer requirements that connect to a fully normalized MySQL database.
- Implement and support existing applications using the technologies mentioned above.
- Recommend code and design optimizations to improve the scalability of the applications and maximize performance.

Desired Skills & Experience
- 1+ years of hands-on Perl with WEB application development experience.
- 1+ years of experience with MySQL.
- 1+ years of experience with HTML.
- 1+ years of experience with PHP (advantage)
- Experience with Object Oriented development.
- Knowledge of Linux.
- Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills with little supervision.
- Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent work experience.

In addition, the ideal candidate will work well in a fast paced environment and deal professionally with internal and external clients in order to meet business and technical demands. We are looking for someone who is creative, has very good software and database design skills, can work independently, has good communication skills and can brainstorm with the development team on new ideas.

Send CV to marketing@hrsmart.com

PHP Developer - HRsmart - Lebanon

Description
A PHP / MySQL Developer is creative, a very good software and database designer with strong object oriented design skills, can work independently, has good communications skills and can brainstorm with the team on new ideas. In addition, the ideal candidate works well in a fast paced environment and deals professionally with both teammates and clients in order to meet business and technical demands.

Responsibilities
- Design and implement new solutions using industry standard technologies (specifically HTML, PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL).
- Provide input on web platform design and configuration to maximize application performance.
- Recommend solutions for new applications and enhancements for existing applications.
- Recommend code and design optimizations to improve the scalability of the applications and maximize performance.
- Mentor teammates in web application architecture and object oriented technology as implemented in a LAMP environment.

Desired Skills & Experience
- 1+ years of hands-on PHP with strong web application development experience.
- 1+ years of experience with MySQL.
- 1+ years of experience with HTML.
- 1+ years of experience with JavaScript.
- 1+ years of experience with XML.
- 1+ years of experience with Linux.
- Highly desired - experience with Apache.
- Demonstrated ability to work very well under pressure and keep abreast of current technology.
- Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills with little supervision.
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Full command of English

Send CV to marketing@hrsmart.com

Software Programmer and Web Developer - FreeBalance - Lebanon

As a Software Programmer and Web Developer at FreeBalance you will have the responsibilities for assessing and analyzing all the website and related software applications requirements, as well as developing all the required websites, software programs, tools, scripts, templates, samples, checklists, reports, manuals, training and support documentation.

Responsibilities
- Designing and developing the web and software tools and programs based on the functional requirements;
- Participate in all phases of full life-cycle development of the project including requirements analysis, software design, software implementation, testing, deployment, training and user guide preparation;
- Employ best practices and a standardized IT methodology during the Analysis, Requirements and Detail Design phases;
- Execute and lead the preparation of all required technical documents, reports, plans and outputs as required by the contract;
- Maintain alignment of the project outputs and results with the missions, visions and the expectations;
- Maintain the software application designs applicability and congruence to the business requirements.

Education and Experience
- University graduates in Computer Science, software/database or related computer technology programs
- 5+ years experience in web applications development and deployment;
- 3+ years experience building and developing software applications and programs;
- 2+ years experience in administering websites and portals;
- Ability to design and build web e-services
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills in Arabic and English
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Previous experience in the public sector considered an asset

Send CV to hr@freebalance.com

Senior Technical Project Manager - Netways - Lebanon

Seeking a 5+ years Project Manager Experience responsible to develop & implement strategic plans for the Project Management Office that will have a differentiated impact on the organization. Besides, be able to execute project plans throughout conducting various project management related activities with the knowledge of various project management methodologies such as Project Management Institute (PMI), MSF, SCRUM, etc…

The candidate will have a unique opportunity to work within an innovative & creative team of project managers managed by a highly experienced and talented PMO implementing cutting edge business solutions within various industries and in different locations around the world.

As a member of the Project Management Office, the candidate would work on extending the Project Management Processes adopted within the office, including developing lessons learned, enhanced reporting.

cv@netways.com

ASP.NET Programmer - Travel Systems - Lebanon

Travel Systems sal. is looking for skilled ASP.NET programmers. The company is centrally located in Beirut, and the positions come with attractive packages, training and benefits.

Job Description
- Understand the development of web projects and assist in the design, coding and testing of solutions.
- Accurately employ development tools in adherence to the company's coding standards defined by the technical management.
- Should be an efficient team player contributing positively in the development team.

Qualifications
- University Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
- Proven knowledge of ASP.NET 1.1/2.0/3.5 using VB.NET language and ADO.NET
- Good understanding of OOP programming concepts
- Good knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
- Very Good knowledge of databases especially MS SQL Server2000/2005 and MS Access
- Very Good understanding of database concepts including relationships and ER design
- Proven analytical skills
- Microsoft certification is a plus
- 1-2 years solid experience in ASP.NET programming.
- Creative, organized, motivated, good communication skills, attention to details, good team player
- English/Arabic (French is a plus)

jobs@travel-systems.com

IT Administrator - Cleartag - Lebanon

As an IT Administrator at Cleartag, you would be responsible for designing, installing and maintaining corporate IT infrastructure for on-site personnel as well as installation and maintenance of customer web sites.

Requirements
- Over three years of experience working in IT administration.
- Evaluate and/or recommend purchases of computers, network hardware, peripheral equipment, and software.
- Install, configure, and maintain personal computers, Novell networks, file servers, Ethernet networks, network cabling, and other related equipment, devices, and systems; adds or upgrades and configures modems, disk drives, data acquisition boards, CD ROM units, printers, and related equipment.
- Plan and implement network security, including building firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications, certificate creation/management, managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users.
- Develop and conduct various training and instruction for system users on operating systems.
- Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
- Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
- Anticipate communication and networking problems and implement preventive measures.
- Investigate user problems, identify their source, determine possible solutions, test and implement solutions.
- Troubleshoot networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties.
- Maintain site licenses for department/organization.
- Domain registration and management services.
- DNS Management.
- Proficient in Windows and Linux-based systems.
- Proficient in setting up and maintaining commonly used databases (MySQL, MSSQL, etc).
- Proficient in setting up and maintaining commonly used web servers (IIS, Apache, etc).
- Ability to deploy and maintain web sites using external hosting services such as Amazon, Rackspace, etc.
- Understanding of different hosting platforms and capabilities, including cloud-computing, load balancing and instance management.

Additional Skills Desired
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT.
- IT certifications: MSCE, A+, CCNA, MCP, Network+, CISSP, MCSA, ITIL, Security+, Linux+.
- Knowledge of software programming languages such as PHP, C#, Java.
- Knowledge of common Content Management Systems (Joomla, Drupal, Wordpress, etc).

Send CV to mike.romig@cleartag.com

Technical Director - Mobi - Lebanon

Job Summary
Participates in all programs and enforces all policies relating to performance evaluations and career development planning. Mentors key technical staff and reviews status reports of Operation Manager and Senior RF and IP Engineer and addresses issues as appropriate. Enforces standard policies and procedures.

Requirements
- Degree in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering. Preferable at Masters level Technical Solution Development and Delivery
- Ten to fifteen years of experience
- RF Network Design and Optimization
- Radio Network Capacity Planning
- WIMAX Technology understanding
- Power System Design
- Operations & Maintenance
- PTP links Design & Interference Calculations
- Troubleshooting & Analytical Skills
- Experience in Wide and Local Area Network in medium to large scaled company.
- Cisco, Novell, Unix or Microsoft system administration experience.
- Knowledge in some or all of the following routed and routing protocols: TCP/IP, IPX, ATM, EIGRP, BGP, X25, Frame Relay

jobs@mobi.tm

Oracle Developer - Kettaneh - Lebanon

Ets. F.A. Kettaneh S.A. is looking to recruit an Oracle Developer for its MIS department.

Responsibilities
- Provides support to users on deployed software applications and ensures the databases are accessible and can store the information.
- Participates in the analysis and design of new MIS modules and reports.
- Tests newly developed MIS modules and reports supplied by F.A. Kettaneh's MIS software vendor.
- Develops and participates in the implementation of MIS new modules and reports

Requirements
- University degree with emphasis in computer science
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Oracle Development. Oracle 10g is required
- Reliable, efficient, hard worker, dynamic
- Excellent command of English and Arabic. French is an asset
- Excellent computer hardware and software knowledge

Send CV along with a cover letter and a photo, stating the job reference (O.D/11.2) to hr@kettaneh.com

Oracle Programmer - Medco - Lebanon

- BA in Computer Science.
- 2 years experience in similar position.
- Good knowledge of Oracle Form & Reports, PL-SQL, Java, XML, HTTP, JSP, Visual Basic and Visual C++.
- Organized, Self Motivated, Work under pressure, Good team player.
- Good command of English.
- Good communication skills.

Send CV to medcolp@medco.com.lb