| • | Strong object oriented programming skills: minimum of 7 years experience required. Java is preferred, but is not required if there is a good fit with other requirements |
| • | At least 5 years of hands-on development in one of the following technical areas is required: | • | Experience with server-side Java development or high-performance application development | | • | Experience with networking protocols or networking software development | |
| • | Experience in at least two of the following technical areas is also required: | • | Experience developing highly concurrent/high throughput software | | • | Experience developing highly available/redundant software | | • | Experience with database technology, experience with in-memory databases is a plus | | • | Knowledge and development background in web-services, XML, or web based technologies | | • | Experience with artificial intelligence, rule engines or rule-based programming languages | |
| • | Experience in at least two of the following non-technical areas is required: | • | Experience leading a team of 4 or more people as either a tech lead, architect, or manager | | • | Project management experience | | • | Experience working successfully with an offshore development team | | • | Experience deploying software in a large telecomm environment | | • | Participation in standards bodies such as the 3GPP, 3GPP2, IETF, PacketCable, etc. | |
| • | Software development in a Linux or UNIX environment is preferred |
| • | Experience with standard development tools is required |
| • | Shell scripting experience (Bash, Perl, Python, etc) is preferred |
| • | Strong communication skills required |
| • | Ability to multi-task and handle changing priorities |
| • | Knowledge of software development methodology, build tools and product life cycle |
| • | Excellent team skills, can-do attitude, focus on quality and drive to make a difference in a dynamic, fast paced start-up organization |
| • | BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent. Masters degree is a plus, but is not required |