"...the Job is what gives a Geek his power. It's an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and penetrates us. It binds the galaxy together." (Original quote from Alec Guinness during casting interview for role as Obi-Wan Kenobi). Or not.
I had the pleasure of spending a few minutes last week with John Carney, former Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations at T-Mobile, and currently the Chief Executive Officer of Affinity Mobile, a global provider of mobile financial services.John Carney is nothing if not passionate about the mobile industry. In this interview, he shares his vision for Affinity Mobile, and how their mission sets them apart from other companies in the mobile space.Thanks to John and Cinco for inviting me to visit their new HQ offices in Plano, TX. It's going to be interesting to watch how Affinity Mobile impacts the mobile financial services piece of this industry.Disclaimer: In the interview, I introduce John Carney as the co-founder of Affinity Mobile, when actual...
Urgent requirement for five (5) UMTS Engineers for Detroit, New York, Seattle, and Spokane.Min 2 years of UMTS Design and Optimization experience.This is a "Direct" hire by Mycom with full benefits.Base location is Dallas with 100% travel.Email Marie Velazquez today for a quick response: marie.velazquez@mycom-usa.com...
Source: WirelessJobs.com ( by Harry Daniel Richards)I was laid off from my job in March of 2008. It was the most painful separation I have ever experienced and since I came to LA 5 years ago to work for this company, I am feeling very disconnected. I was responsible for the companies wireless technology and have been in wireless since 1985.This the longest time I have ever been unemployed since I graduated from college in 1977. In this time, (spent wandering around through my network looking for a job) I have learned a couple of things.1. I will never be able to retire as long as I am married to my wife of 30 years - I am driving her nuts2. I will never be able to retire regardless of who I am married to - I am driving myself nuts3. I need to simplify m...
T-Mobile is recruiting for a very 'cool' position called Director of Product Management for the Connected Life Team in Bellevue, WA.The Connected Life Team includes “My Faves” (“connecting to the people who matter the most.”). Essentially, they're searching for a person who can leverage a variety of voice and data technology products to solve real customer problems and at the same time, supports the T-Mobile brand promise of enriching personal relationships. This individual must have a passion for social communications and community.email resume to: tracey.gomora@t-mobile.com...
Featured Job of the Month:Salary: Great!Location: Silicon Valley (aka The Super Bowl of Technology)Referral Bonus: $1000.00 USDSenior MAC SoftwareEngineerWould you like the chance to take part in the implementation of our cutting-edge WiMAX Base Station MAC (media access control) layer and proprietary extensions within a multi-DSP processor environment? We are searching for the right candidate for this integral role to work with MAC layer software, advance your professional skill set with WiMax technology, and work inside a company leading the advance of wireless technology!RESPONSIBILITIES:- Close collaboration with the Integration & Test team in debugging and tuning of the MAC layer software in lab and field tri...
On behalf of our global telecom client, we are searching for GSM and UMTS OptimizationEngineers (post service) across the United States (location does not matter).These engineers will serve directly with Tier 1 Carriers in contact and regular full-time positions.For immediate attention and placement email resume and salary requirements to: dennis@worldlink-us.com.We are moving fast as this requirement will be filled quickly, but there are multiple (yep, MULTIPLE) positions.I'll be working on this all weekend, so don't hesitate to get in touch....
SonyEricsson is on the cutting edge of one of the most dynamic areas in modern technology. Our devices are multiple award winning, “WOW” devices that make even grizzled hardware reviewers do a double take.We are seeking an individual to join our incredible team of talented individuals to help us define the next generation in wireless and convergence devices. If you think you are up to the challenge and have the qualifications, drive and innovation required, read on. Head of MarketingCommunications This Marketing Communications (Marcom) Manager will develop the marcom strategy for our North American Market ensuring a consistent, vibrant ...
I'm not sure if Toronto is a happening place because Jason Davis lives there, or because it's considered the cultural, entertainment and financial capital of Canada.Either way, 2.7 million people consider Toronto the "place to be." And our client is one of them.If you have a strong pre-sales support background and are considered the expert at defining customer requirements for the best companies in the world, and, oh yeah, you've got the whole GSM/EDGE/UMTS (UTRAN) thing down cold, we need to talk.Send your resume to Kiran ~ she's waiting to give you the low-down: kiran@worldlink-us.com...
Vero Solutions Ireland is looking for remarkable and highly talented C++ software engineers to join its cutting-edge software development team in Dublin. We are delivering high-end solutions for leading mobile telecoms service providers. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a young and dynamic company at the forefront of VoiceXML and next-generation media platform technology development. Responsibilities: Design and development of next generation computer telephony system components Implementation of W3C (VoiceXML/SSML/SRGS) and IETF (SIP/MRCP) specifications Develop network-based media resource control frameworks (speech synthesis/recog...
Our client is a leader in the development of software radio solutions for cellular operators, and has a research and development center in Bangalore, India. This centre is to address and develop 3G and 4G waveforms from India with the technology that eliminates the use of proprietary chip sets for a cellular system's signal processing by developing each wireless standard entirely in high level software running on industry standard hardware. Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, INDIA Required Skills: Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics or a closely related field. 5+ years experience in
Title: SoftwareEngineer, DeviceSystemDevelopment">Software Development Overview: Our global telecom / wireless client is looking for talented and passionate developers to help define and develop innovative mobile smartphone devices based on Windows Mobile.Areas of interests are: various WinCE device drivers, device power management, audio control, etc.Key Responsibilities: - System integration for Windows Mobile devices.- Design and implement, or port device drivers for new hardware.- Develop unit test tools.Qualifications: - Excellent coding/debugging skills using C and C+...
Location: Hillsboro, OregonValidation EngineerTesting, Wireless, PC Skills, Validation12 WEEK CONTRACT - DAYS 8a-5pOne of the world's largest IT organizations is seeking Software Quality Engineer for a 12 week contract position.Duties and Responsibilities:Perform platform validation of mobile components these components are mainly wireless components that go into a notebook platform.Conduct tests, log results, work with engineers on test results analysisThis is an estimated 12 week position through Volt Technical Resources, a member of the Volt family of companies and a publicly traded, nationally recognized leader in providing staffing and information services.VTR is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating under the s...
*** Do not respond to this ad unless you want to change the world of wireline / wireless solutions for the mobile community in the United States ***If you thrive in an environment of constant change and where your day is never done, you need to check out this job.But beware; you'll never be the same again. And your friends will want to be part of it.Here we go...Our client, a global leader in providing next generation telecommunications networks, now serves 35 of the world's top 50 operators, along with over one billion users worldwide. They want to change the way we do business within the real of the wireline and wireless marketplace. Think you can keep up with them?If so, we're ready for you to build a team that will create new business and customers, ...
Global wireless client is looking for talented and passionate developers to define and develop innovative mobile solutions for smartphone devices based on Windows Mobile.Areas of interest: ~ Windows Mobile Applications (phone dialer, PIMs, Alarm, Task Manager)~ UI (graphic UI's animation, Flash, user I/O mechanisims)~ Multimedia (codecs, camera application, music player)~ Network solution (client/server apps, bluetooth, wifi)Qualifications:We are looking for candidates passionate about development on mobile devices and have strong knowledge in the following areas:C/C++, native Win32 programming, one year of experience in commercial software product development, and experience...
Retail Sales Trainer - Denver, COContact: Patricia Beasock - pbeasock@24seveninc.comCompany: 24sevenAs a Retail Sales Trainer, you'll have the opportunity to travel and train extensively within your division. You will be facilitating instructor-led and Web-based training courses delivered to retail employees in order to prepare them for being the connection for our customers.Your schedule will be based on market needs that encompass retail store visits and will require 75% travel (telecommuting the remaining 25% will be considered). Our best Sales Trainers have dynamic facilitation and presentation skills and are equally comfortable with both small and large groups. A sound knowledge of the wireless industry and retail man...
Position: Sr. ProjectEngineerCompany: RainbirdLocation: Tucson, AZRecruiter: Maria Williams (mwilliams@rainbird.com) This person will have responsibility for the RF design of new product development projects. Responsibilities include project planning and high-level system design. This person must be a strong project leader and is expected to provide technical leadership. He or she may also be required to lead the development effort of one or more significant project. Frequent coordination with and travel to the manufacturing plant in Tijuana is required. ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:* Participate in project management activities, including both in-house and external resources* Participate in all...
The positions will be a key contributor for IP based CDMA product.Candidate will be responsible for IP Network design and will also be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the IP functionality of the product. Primary responsibilities involve, but not limited to: product design, algorithmic network design, operator network design and Patent filings. The main output of this position requires capture customer requirements, design proposals, vendor product selection and compliance, oversee product quality, and customer presentations. The candidate must be detailed oriented and also must have and eye for quality as the job requires taking products from infancy to commercial readiness. Position requires being on a multi- functional team of CDMA system Design...
Do you have 3 years of technical knowledge of wireless device (GSM/CDMA/UMTS) experience?Can you speak fluent Chinese and English?Are you comfortable working in a lab testing environment?This is an awesome job and won't be available for long.Email us at sandra@worldlink-us.com.Our client is a large handset manufacturer who is growing within the Dallas market.Sandra HorowitzWorldlink Inc....
3 QUESTIONS:1. Are you a guru in embedded development on mobile handsets?2. Are you an A student in "C"?3. Do you know what DM/DS is all about?If you answered "yes" to all of these questions, I want to talk to you about joining my client, a leading telecom company in Richardson, TX. You'll get paid a good rate, and sure there are full benefits available on a contract (wow!) AND possibilities for direct hire but as an added bonus, they are a STABLE company with a catchy name…(contact me to find out).THIS IS WHAT THE JOB ENTAILS:Design and implement embedded client software for our handset products. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to successfully take the software through the entire development cycle (design, implementation, maintenanc...
If you live in the Dallas area and have been in the wireless / telecom industry for a while, most likely you know one of the best wireless recruiters in this area, Tommy Houran.Tommy recently took on a new role at Nielsen Mobile, and, as usual, he's looking for a few, great wireless engineers.You can check out Nielsen Mobile's Career Page HERE. But here's one HOT JOB that's currently at the top of Tommy's list:Wireless Systems EngineerNielsen MobileSan Francisco, CAThe Wireless Systems Engineering (WSE) group is responsible for leading the ongoing technical design, development and support of Nielsen Mobile's core products that are deployed in W...
Here's another job from my new recruiting friend, Anthony Miller (Volt):Job Title: Network Lab Technician Location: Chicago, IL Contact: Anthony Miller (amiller@volt.com) About you:You seek part time work as a Network Technician and enjoy building and maintaining servers and love working in a lab setting.What we have available:A 6-9 month contract position with Volt working onsite at the client in Chicago, IL.What you will do:Assemble, build and configure servers and test machines (desktops, laptops, peripherals, etc.), troubleshoot and serve as the primary contact for software and hardware questions.What you need to have:- Network and server administration in a lab/testing e...
Job Title: WirelessDatabaseAdministratorCompany: Cox CommunicationsLocation: Alpharetta, GAContact: Trevor.Harding@cox.com (404.269.0874)SUMMARY OF POSITION:This position is a hand’s on senior DBA responsible for support of architecture, development and test efforts to meet project requirements. The ideal candidate will haven an expert level understanding of ORACLE RAC environments and associated skills necessary to develop, deliver and support Oracle 9I and 10G RAC implementations.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:- Design of relational database models for J2EE and J2ME applications.- Data warehouse modeling and implementation.- Partici...
Actually, this is the Web 2.0 that Arrington (as in TechCrunch) can't live without, and it's worth a look whether you are a Web 2.0 Geek or not.He's noted his Web 2.0's faves since 2006, and it's interesting to see what's survived and what has gone by the wayside.Gone: BloglinesGone: FeedburnerSurvivor: Amie Street, Netvibes, Skype, DiggBack: DeliciousMy faves on the list: TechMeme , Facebook, and Google Reader.Arrington's complete web 2.0 list HERE....
Company: Volt Technical ResourcesJob Title: Mobile Systems ResearcherLocation: Portland, ORContact: Anthony Miller - amiller@volt.comOur client is seeking a strong individual contributor to join our pioneering team in developing new wireless protocols and technologies for future mobile systems.Major responsibilities of the position include:Development of novel concepts and technologies that require in-depth understanding of communications systems, especially MAC and Layers 2-4 and detailed design with supporting analysis.Ability to critique proposed standards submissions for technical merit.Ability to prepare, present and successfully promote standards submissions to bodies such as 3GPP.Development of high-value int...
Company: Cox CommunicationsLocation: Alpharetta, GAJob Title: WirelessApplicationsArchitectContact: Trevor Harding: trevor.harding@cox.comWireless Applications ArchitectSUMMARY OF POSITION:The ideal candidate will be responsible for the architectural design of various applications as well as working with the development teams to ensure architectural consistency across a variety of projects that would enable the Cox Communications wireless product. Applications would include: customer facing, system abstraction and back office.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Design of J2EE, J2ME applications and relational database models for the wireless product.The candidate will work with var...
Global telecom leader is currently searching for softwareengineers interested in working with SVG and implementing graphic intensive features like: • Workflow designer• Localization Support• 3D Model CDATA exports• Layout Management• Phone EmulatorQualifications:• Seven or more years of software engineering experience desiredSkills/Experience:• Ability to design and develop dynamic, feature rich user interfaces like Adobe Photoshop• Experience in developing UI applications with Java, Java 2D• Solid Visual C++, MFC, GDI/GDI+ STL and DLL development skills• Experience in developing cross platform (Windows, Mac, Linux) appli...
This is too funny...and, believe it or not, real.Guess I need to think about getting the Corn Hole Set so our relatives can play when they come to visit this Christmas.And, if you don't have a clue what I'm talking about (don't worry, it's G-rated)....
RecruitingBlogs.com has launched the 2007 Best Recruiting Blog Awards, and my WirelessJobs.com site has been nominated.But really, there's some incredible blogs represented here, so if I don't win the grand prize (a trip to Vegas, sponsored by ZoomInfo.com) I won't be too disappointed.Below is a final list of all of the Best Recruiting Blogs of 2007 that have been nominated.Good luck to the bloggers, and a big thanks to RecruitingBlogs.com (Jason Davis) for pulling this together. Gautam GhoshYour HR GuyRecruiting AnimalThe ChadInstigator BlogCollegeRecruiter BlogCollegeRecruiter.com Insights by Employers BlogMarketing HeadhunterXtra CheezheadSourcing CornerJeremy LanghansJobmatchboxSecrets Of The Job HuntGood To KnowDiggingsStaffing Software TalkHR Se...
A large wireless/telecom client in Madison, WI is searching for an ApplicationDeveloper to join their development.Face it...the wireless business is cool. And growing like crazy. And they need top developers to keeping pushing the envelope and developing applications that make the wireless junkies go wild.Hard to resist, eh?If you want to be part of this wireless craziness, and you've got a year or two of development experience, email me: smithtx@gmail.com (App Developer in subject line).Look forward to talking,Dennis SmithDirector, Talent Strategy WorldLink, Inc. Editor, WirelessJobs.com *Here's the full techie lowdown on the skills:Software Engineering: C, PL-SQL, SQL Plus,...
Job Title: Senior RF/PA DeviceDesignEngineerLocation: Austin, TXCompensation: Very competitive, based on experience, and full benefitsHow to apply: email Dennis@WorldLink-US.comHeavily funded company in Austin, Texas is set to bring it's breakthrough technology products to market in 2008, which will optimize costs for wireless OEM's by digitizing RF signals and amplifying them in the digital domain.They are searching for a Senior RF / PA Device Design Engineer to lead growing team responsible for IC Circuit Design of high power and high frequency RF power devices (transistors). Requirements:MSEE + 10 years (or equivalent) RF / MMIC semiconductor circuit designexperience.Proven expe...
WinMobile ApplicationDeveloper Location: Mountain View, CaEmail Resume to: dennis@worldlink-us.comSubject line: WinMobile App DevVenture-backed startup is out to change the world. Sure, lots of people makethat claim, but they mean it. Their mission is to fundamentally alter the waypeople use their mobile devices. They will be moving to downtown MountainView with great access to public transport, food and lively fun.Skills: Win Mobile(5 or 6), OOD, Visual Studio 2005, Visual C++Job Description:This is a terrific opportunity to participate in the development of an applicationplatform to deliver rich media web services to millions of mobile customers.Job Responsibility:1.Design and develop cross platform mobile app...
Wireless client is seeking experienced Graphical ToolSoftwareEngineers for it's HQ office in Dallas, TX - $90k Duties/Responsibilities: Design and develop Advanced Graphical UI PC tool. This tool is used to create and download SVG contents for the handset. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to successfully take the software through the entire development cycle (design, implementation, maintenance).Qualifications: · Seven or more years of software engineering experience desired · MSEE or MSCS is preferred Skills/Experience: · Ability to design and deve...
Rich UI Engineer - Dallas, TX (Contract)Self-driven person with good software architecture background in C/C++, COM, .NET, or JAVA-middleware and/or UI frameworks. The perfect candidate will have Browser framework experience (Mozilla for example) Experience required: Strong C/C++ background; Microsoft COM (Component Object Model) and/or CORBA (Common Object Request Broker Architecture); XML (Extensible Markup Language) ECMA (Java Script) Record of architecting and/or leading middleware projects based on the technologies above; Frosting on the cake: XUL (XML User-interface Language) CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) XBL (XML binding language) RDF (Re...
WorldLink, Inc. is searching for a test engineer to join our core WiMAX engineering team in Reston, VA.This individual will play a large role in the system integration of the WiMAX Radio Access Network and Core Network. He or she will have hands on with technology in the Samsung lab, the customers lab, and in support of field deployments. He or she will be required to also perform new technology trials and support for technical demonstrations. Minimal travel is expected as the Samsung labs and most customer trials are located in the Washington DC area. Regular interaction with the customer is also necessary.Here's the key technical requirements for this role:Experience with wireless networks, architecture and protocolsIEEE 802.16e, WiMAX profilesWiMAX netwo...
WorldLink, Inc is searching for senior level Network Operating System Specialists (Engineers) who will provide first and second level customer support of technical issues related to the Samsung WiMAX network.Qualified individuals will monitor network events using various surveillance systems & tools. Candidate must have experience with data and voice networks, troubleshooting and knowledge of network elements to clear alarms dispatch personnel for onsite maintenance. Qualified individuals will monitor and manage Samsung's Radio Access Network (RAN) alarms and events.Key Technical Requirements:BS in Telecom / Electrical / Electronics / Engineering from a four year college or university or related equivalent experience....
Although I've moved on to a new venue, I still have many friends at T-Mobile and would enjoy helping the right person land in my previous role.This role manages the "incredibly awesome" engineering recruiting team, supporting all Engineering and Operations recruiting activity across the U.S., as well as the Network Operations Centers in WA, TX, GA, and NJ.The right candidate will have experience managing a remote team, and preference goes to those candidates with wireless / telecom recruiting experience (they aren't asking that you know how to change out a radio at a cell site, but it would be a big plus if you have more than a passing understanding of wireless technology).If you have an interest, send me an email and I will put you in touch with the r...
ThinkGeek just made it easy for wireless geeks the world over. Too lazy to bust out the laptop to see if wi-fi access is available? No prob - as long as you remembered to wear your handy-dandy Wi-Fi Detector Shirt.That's right.The glowing bars on the front of the shirt dynamically change as the surrounding wi-fi signal strength fluctuates.In the words of the ThinkGeek marketeers:Finally you can get the attention you deserve as others bow to you as their reverential wi-fi god, while geeky chicks swoon at your presence.Uh, yeah. Anyway, as campy as it is, I'd like to get one of these for my geek recruiting friends for Christmas. They'll love it, won't they?Labels: wi-fi...
Source: The California Aggie onlineGoogle's Summer of Code program was designed in 2005 as a way to give students paid experience working with open source programming instead of working mundane summer jobs.Hawthorn said her boss, Chris Bower, originally felt it was a problem that smart college students were wasting their summer flipping burgers instead of pursuing computer experience.Google created the Summer of Code program that chose students from over 90 countries and financed over 400 student projects the first year, according to Google's website. Interest surged -the second year alone saw a 200 student project increase.During the summer of 2006, Google spent $3 million financing projec...
BusinessWeek's Karen E. Klein writes about a recent survey which found that employee issues and managing information technology were the top challenges faced by growth-oriented entrepreneurial companies.I'm sure the survey uncovers a lot of what we all believe to be true. I'm just not sure that these two topics (employee issues and managing IT) aren't the top challenges faced by all kinds of companies. Klein then posts excerpts from her interview with Harry J. Harczak Jr., CDW executive vice-president, about the findings HERE....
T-mobile Jobs - the recruiterschat Listen to the recruiters of T-Mobile’s Engineering/Operations team discuss their jobs and find out from them why T-Mobile is a great place to work. You’ll hear regional recruiters Dennis Smith, Jen Hinkle, Ryan Pothoven, Mattea Cirrincionne, Kristen Kunath & Sherri Howe. Some of the jobs discussed are RF Engineers, Field Technicians , Real Estate & Zoning Manager and Construction Manager. To apply visit tmobile.com/jobs MP3 File Share This This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now ...
