FILLED | Mobile Developers (iOS / Android) in San Francisco

Our San Francisco client is looking to hire an Android Developer for their cloud based CRM product.  We’re looking for an Android engineer who loves impeccable design, simple UI, and well-designed, scalable code. You’ll craft and maintain world-class Android experiences, and implement beautiful user interfaces.

Required Skills  :

• 4+ years of experience working as a software engineer.
• Experience engineering, releasing, and supporting Android  / iOS applications.
• Proficiency in Java.
• Experience working within a team. You know how to make your point heard, and you hear what other people have to say.

Desired Skills : 

• Deep technical knowledge of mobile application development in Android and/or iOS.
• Experience with Xamarin.
• Considerable programming experience in either Java, Objective-C, or C++.
• Knowledge of UI frameworks, MVP application design, and complex, reactive, touch-based UI.
• A strong foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design optimized for embedded systems.
• Experience in one or more specialist domains: embedded systems, mobile optimized websites, mobile web browsers, client application development for Windows/Mac (Chrome, WebKit, etc.), third-party libraries for either Android or iOS.

Technical Marketing Engineer

We are in search of a Technical Marketing Engineer for our IT Security products client.  

This role can be in San Francisco Bay area or in the Washington/Baltimore area

Job Summary:

As a Technical Marketing Engineer you work cross-functionally to create technical content for products and solutions that are targeted to Customers, Field Tech Teams and Partners. The engineer will work closely with Product Management. Product Marketing, Services as well as Engineering on the company's current and future strategies related to their specific area of technical expertise. You may also work closely with third-party vendor organizations as required to achieve company goals in regards to product integration and best practices.

Responsibilities include:

·         Ability to handle customer and partner presentations independently; assistance/support needed only in special cases. Presentations include road shows, customer presentations, competitive sales presentation and other Technical collateral

·         Ownership of complex projects and the ability to work across different functional groups including product management (technical and business), services, customer support, marketing, and engineering

·         Proactive support for field/customers/partners

·         Lead and engage at various internal/external forums and be viewed as the Subject Matter Expert for the our products

·         Help drive business strategy and adoption of our  product, systems, solutions, competitive and events through technical strength and leadership

·         Guides technical direction and agendas both within company and with our Customer

·         Serves as a mentor and role model guiding technical career development

Required Qualifications:

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills

·         Understanding of IT Security, Big Data (databases)

·         Typically requires BSCS or BSEE or equivalent plus 7-10 years related experience.

·         CCIE and/or CISSP certification highly desired

·         Demonstrated ability to master multiple technology areas and create technical documents; White Papers, Competitive Analysis, Customer Surveys, Flash or VOD Demo, POC/Demo labs scripts.

·         Leverages understanding of customer & market requirements to drive next generation product architecture

·         A recognized expert in technology areas within scope of multiple product lines, market segment or competitor

·         Ability to engage on a solution from a life cycle perspective and impact every phase of the solution to help deliver an improved solution to the market. This would require the ability to understand customer/partner deployments including issues and helping them successfully deploy while translating those requirements for PM/engineering teams

·         Recognized thought leader with high business impact in the area of technology both internally and externally

·         Evangelizes current technical strategy and direction inside and outside company

Website Marketing Operations (ON HOLD UNTIL Q1)

Our client in San Francisco is seeking a Manager of Website Operations to drive the strategic direction and implementation of multiple web properties. The Manager of Website Operations will work closely with business stakeholders to interpret marketing and business strategies and determine how they are best represented online to bring large volumes of web visitors, educate them, and converts them into leads.  You will work with developers to create highly scalable and flexible websites.

The ideal candidate has expertise in analytics, search engine marketing, user experience, user interface, information architecture, project management, product management and creative design. You must be technical enough to implement and test web analytics and code CSS, HTML, Javascript and basic php. You must be strategic enough to implement a search engine marketing (SEM) strategy and turn the website into a lead machine.

Responsibilities:

o    Development of a long-term front-end and back-end strategy for multiple web properties serving different audiences

o    Implementation of complex CMS (experience with WordPress and/or Drupal preferred), with specific experience developing and managing a project plan, developing a budget, securing resources, working with APIs and at least some direct experience theming and/or coding.

o    Implementation of web analytics, A/B testing platforms and expert understanding of how to turn data into actionable plans that drive web traffic and conversions.

o    Creation and implementation of SEM and content marketing strategies to drive web traffic and conversions.

o    Experience with responsive design and mobile websites.

o    Experience with forums, application marketplaces, and eCommerce shopping carts.

o    Strong creative director, able to take feedback on own designs and provide feedback to other designers.

o    Experience integrating marketing automation and CRM with a CMS website

o    Intimately familiar with Google Webmaster Tools

Qualifications:

o    Bachelor’s degree; M.B.A. preferred

o    5+ years of web marketing/ web strategy experience, leading large and complex web projects in a high-velocity B2B setting

o    Ability to think strategically as well as willingness to roll-up-sleeves and do ‘whatever it takes’ to meet individual and company goals

o    Results-driven with exceptional detail and knowledge around metrics, specifically A/B testing and ROI analysis

o    Understanding of HTML, basic image editing functions

o    Strong experience using Marketing Automation (Marketo) and CRM (Salesforce.com). Managed programs from start to finish - strategy, execution and measurement

o    Results focused - able to track and measure effectiveness of all programs

o    Excellent communication, writing, and project management skills

o    Familiar with Google Analytics

o    Startup DNA is a must

CLOSED | Director of ISV (Independent Software Vendor) Program Product Strategy

Our client’s partner organization is looking for a highly-motivated individual to join our team responsible for defining the strategy and direction of their ISV Program.  Working closely with sales, marketing, product, finance, legal, devops and services, the ISV Program Director will ensure consistent messaging, execution, and enablement of the ISV program across the organization.  The goal of the ISV Program Director will be to grow their ISV “Powered By” business, differentiating the company as the gold standard OEM analytics platform for software companies worldwide.  

The ISV Program Director will define, develop and execute strategy for a program that contributes significant revenue.  This position is in product and marketing, reporting to the VP of Partners and Business Development.  This is a key and highly-visible role with tremendous opportunity for growth.  

Key Responsibilities:

§  Develop program and product strategy by partnering with product management to ensure ISV partner product requests are prioritized and managed

§  Create and execute enablement strategies (incl. tooling and content) for sales, services, marketing, and self-service customers

§  Drive revenue growth of ISV Program through marketing and sales alignment

§  Develop and maintain high-quality partner relationships measured through NPS

§  Drive demand generation strategy, messaging and execution

§  Evangelize ISV Program through events, blogs, newsletters and webinars

§  Actively communicate program changes, strategy, and value across sales, marketing, and product

§  Define program pricing through financial analysis and operational assessment of existing and future products and services

QUALIFICATIONS

§  5+ years experience working in a SaaS ecosystem

§  5+ years of product or program management experience with a strong track record of success and top-line contribution

§  Well-rounded and articulate with an ability to work with and enable cross-functionally in a high-growth organization

§  Exceptional people and project management skills to collaborate with colleagues, cross-functional teams, and partners

§  Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and graphical)

§  Self-motivated and self-managed, with a highly collaborative approach to teamwork

§  Bachelor’s degree from reputable university; MBA preferred

§  Business Intelligence/Big Data experience a big plus

§  Startup DNA is a must

PR Agency | Digital Marketing Manager

This position is responsible for creating and implementing digital marketing campaigns on behalf of company clients. This includes, but is not limited to, managing social channels (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, blogs;) writing and editing social media content; running social media advertising campaigns with a focus on ROI; social media event management; managing SEO and PPC campaigns; reporting on campaign results and utilizing reporting metrics and tools (Sysomos, Traackr, Hootsuite, SEO Moz, Google Analytics.)

The candidate will also have direct client management responsibility, and will interact with clients and participate in weekly meetings, presentations and client events. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills and a good sense of project and time management.

Reporting Structure

The Senior Digital Marketing Specialist reports to a Digital Marketing Manager or above. The individual will be expected to interact directly with clients and be capable of self-managing his or her time effectively. The individual will also be expected to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Skills

The responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Developing and presenting social media strategies
• Planning and implementing tactical social media campaigns – community/channel management, channel audits, influencer outreach, generating content, online contest, Tweet chats and developing interactive content
• Participating in social media support at client events, tradeshows
• Executing SEO for client websites and communicating efficient SEO strategies, tactics and reporting
• Executing social media advertising campaigns and reporting on results
• Executing PPC (SEM) campaigns on behalf of clients and reporting on results
• Managing campaign reporting tools, compiling reports and presenting results to clients
• Leading larger projects and campaigns on behalf of clients
• Exceptional organization, writing, project management and verbal communication skills

·         Interest in working with highly technical accounts

• Ability to contribute individually and participate in cross-functional teams
• Coaching and training new staff
• Participating in new business pitches and preparation of presentation decks

FILLED : Senior Network Engineer / System Administrator in San Mateo, CA

We are searching for a Sr Network Engineer for our client in San Mateo, CA. The Senior Network Engineer position is primarily responsible for the development of robust and efficient Server, Network, and SAN system architectures, ensuring detailed and well tested design of highly reliable, safe, and accurate system architecture, and leading the development of test methodologies and procedures for system integration, verification, and validation. This includes managing requirements and risks, as well as establishing and ensuring appropriate processes, best practices, and documentation for all systems activities. This position is expected to utilize quantitative approaches to design activities, to system and technology integration, deep background and experience in systems engineering and processes, and diversified interdisciplinary experience and knowledge. This position will work closely with the helpdesk team to enable robust diagnostics and reliable system performance and up time. In addition to technical expertise, Senior Network Engineers will conduct training for other I.T. personnel and bring strong leadership, planning, and team building skills. Lastly, the Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for managing the Disaster Recovery strategy and design utilizing data centers and cloud technologies. Essential Functions: Server Responsibilities – Designs and Maintains the administration of server environment: Windows 2008 AD running on VMWare Hosts. Two Way Trust Active Directory, Group Policies. Distributed File Share, Exchange 2010, SQL 2008 Servers and Citrix 6.5 for Windows 2008 and Windows 2008 Terminal services, IIS, VMware 5.x, Dell SAN. Ensures replication to Disaster Recovery location is completed nightly via DataDomain. Establishes Network user, email, directory accounts and implements appropriate security. Participates in Helpdesk ticketing system to track and document all requests of the I.T. Team.  Network Responsibilities – Evaluates and monitors network performance and up time of home office and all remote property sites VPN(s). Uses scripting to update firewall/switch configurations. Cisco Firewall with VPN, Cisco Switches, Cisco Routers per network design specification.  Training/Documentation Responsibilities – Write and perform training for helpdesk staff on various technologies and applications. Review and update technical training and documentation materials to conform to current processes and tools. Conduct document reviews with I.T. Manager and VP of Technology  Other Responsibilities – Complete special projects as assigned by I.T. Manager or VP of Technology such as training for Helpdesk team members or other members of the Prometheus Staff; Assist Wiring Manager with special assignments in designing and installing network wiring in offices; Additional tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal or others at the Principal’s direction; Travel will be required and can be on short notice based upon business needs; Position requires participation in on-call schedule with cell phone in the event of outages. Required Qualifications - Skills - and Experience: ·         Bachelor degree in the field of MIS or Computer Science and/or 6 to 8 years equivalent I.T. experience. ·         Minimum 5-7 years experience implementing and managing VMware 4 and 5 in a high availability enterprise environment. ·         Minimum 5-7 years as a Windows 2008 System Administrator ·         Minimum 5-7years configuring Cisco routers, switches, firewalls ·         Minimum 5 years with Internet Security Firewall, Intrusion Detection, NAT, DMZ, VPN Technologies ·         Minimum 5 years experience managing Fibre Channel SAN environment and iSCSI/NAS/SAN gigabit/10GB network. ·         Minimum 5 years experience using Active Directory, Group Policies Objects, Distributed File Shares and Scripting ·         Minimum 4 years experience managing Citrix Xenapp servers. Experience in version 6.5 desired ·         Minimum 2 years experience with SQL Server 2008, DTS, Replication, and ODBC settings. ·         Licenses or Certificates in MCSE, VCP, CCNA, CCNP, CCA strongly desired ·         Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, residents, and the general public

Content Marketing Manager in San Francisco

Do you get a rush from creating masterful content that strategically feeds buyers on their journey to discovering and purchasing technology solutions? We are seeking a content marketing manager to develop engaging and persuasive content for all our properties (including website, collateral, email, blogs and social networks) that drives awareness and demand generation. The ideal candidate loves to write – we mean really, really loves to write – and knows great content should continue to evolve based on measurement and optimization. 

Responsibilities

·          You are a storyteller. Your content is dynamic, inspiring, forward thinking and sometimes provocative.   Simply put, it moves people to take action.

·         Propose ideas and stories that map to high-level strategic brand themes, and translate them into slideshares, blog posts, infographics, data sheets, event collateral and more. 

·         Stay loyal to buyer personas through continuous research on the questions, trends and events that motivate them, and respond with content for each stage of their buying process.

·         Be a team player. You’ll work closely all departments in the company to unearth ideas and mobilize people to produce content.

·         Define KPIs and analyze content effectiveness by leveraging web metrics, buyer insights and feedback, content inventories, gap analyses, and competitive audits.

·         Interview company and industry experts as part of content creation process.

·         Own the tone and voice of the company by editing for grammar, usage, consistency, accuracy and style.

·         Be ready to produce. To stay ahead of the editorial calendar, you’ll manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain close attention to detail while meeting short deadlines.

·         We can’t emphasize this enough: you’re a strong editor that can act as the last set of eyes on a piece of content.

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, journalism, English or related major.

·         3+ years of marketing content experience, preferably in a high-velocity B2B setting.

·         Agency experience is a plus.

·         Solid portfolio with incredible content and measurable results is a must.

·         Strong, emotion-invoking storytelling skills with a knack for creating content that has a good balance between thought-leadership and marketing objectives.

·         Deep understanding of how to influence an audience using tone, messaging and delivery.

·         Analytically inclined with a knack for understanding what data means and how to use it to continually increase the value you deliver through your content.

·         Ability to balance, prioritize and deliver excellent results under tight deadlines.

·         Able to  fast and with agility