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Entry-Level Configuration Management in Cola
From CGI, a company that has been working with some of our CSCE490 students. They want to hire more of our students.
I just spoke to one of our project managers in the Columbia office and we just learned that we will need to hire 1 – 3 college hires this semester! I realize we’re a little behind the ball, but I was hoping that you might be able to help. Do you have any students that are graduating this December that do not yet have a job secured? If so, could you please encourage them to visit our website and apply to the position in SC, or send me their resume directly? Your help would be greatly appreciated! The link to the position is below: http://clients.njoyn.com/cgi/xweb/xweb.asp?clid=21001&page=jobdetails&jobid=J1010-0440 Whitney Ragan Campus Recruiting CGI, US Enterprise Markets
Computer Science Education Week: An Official Columbia Holiday
CSEDWeek is December 5 to 11 (yeah, finals week, I know!). It aims to:
- Eliminate misperceptions about computer science and computing careers
- Communicate the endless opportunities for which computer science education prepares students within K-12, and into their higher education and careers
- Provide information and activities for students, educators, parents, and IT professionals to advocate for computer science education at all levels.
And, as this document shows, it is officially recognized here in Columbia, SC.
On the Economic Effects of Outsourcing Computer Jobs
The snippet below is from this blog post which is an excerpt of economist Russ Roberts' book The Choice: A Fable of Free Trade and Protection (3rd Edition)
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“That’s the part of the story that was missing when people complained about foreigners providing computer services at a lower cost than Americans. It did put some Americans in some industries out of work at first. But it let companies pay a lot less for computer services. Companies that couldn’t afford computers before were now able to. Companies that already were using computers expanded their use of technology. The worriers ignored all those benefits and all the new things that became possible because Americans didn’t have to spend as much as they did before to get computer technology. And as it turned out, only the lowest-paying computer jobs became less numerous. Those were the jobs that foreigners could do at a distance much more cheaply than Americans. Between 1999 and 2004, when the worries about outsourcing were at their peak, the number of computer programmers in America fell by 25 percent. But the number of software engineers rose by 50 percent, more than making up for the lost jobs in computer programming. Overall, the number of high-paying computer jobs rose by 17 percent, and the real wages of American workers in the computer industry increased as well. Outsourcing made most workers in the high-tech sector better off as demand for those skills increased.”
FYI, a computer programmer is someone who taught himself a little bit of programming in order to land the job, a software engineer is someone with a BS in CSE.
WSJ: Engineering, Computer-Science Pay More Than Liberal Arts
The Wall Street Journal reports that Engineering and Computer Science degrees pay more than liberal art. In case you didn't know (really?!).
The pay advantage of graduates with technical degrees often persists throughout their careers, said Fort Collins, Colo.-based career counselor Katy Piotrowski. Although liberal arts majors have a wide range of salaries, Ms. Piotrowski said that mid-career liberal arts majors she works with in northern Colorado make between $60,000 and $70,000. Those with technical degrees make at least $10,000 more. Technical majors even have an advantage in fields that are typically hotbeds for liberal arts majors, she said. "Technical degrees are valued in all fields. I've a seen a [company] communications department actually prefer that someone have an engineering degree rather than a communications degree," she said.
Of course, Engineers are still underpaid when compared to Harvard MBAs and lawyers, whose starting salary is more than twice of an engineer.
Starting salaries at the biggest firms—those with more than 500 lawyers—roughly doubled, to $160,000. But such plum jobs are hard to get, especially for graduates of the less prestigious public schools. At smaller firms starting pay has for years failed to keep up with soaring tuition fees, and of late has fallen (see chart).
CI-Build Configuration Engineer and 4 Other Jobs in Charleston
CI-Build Configuration Engineer
Full-time/Permanent, Charleston, SC
This individual will be responsible for the following tasks:
*Perform duties in the capacity of Tools Administrator and Build Manager for use across multiple projects.
* Develop and maintain code versioning, branching and merging INCLUDING maintaining multiple active branches and database versions at the same time while keeping source code and database schema synchronized.
*Support the definition and implementation of required customization effort of the Application Lifecycle Management platform; including workflow management.
*Monitor the tools performing troubleshooting, tool integration, and problem resolution.
*Collaboration on Build/Release Management activities within the Systems Engineering Technical CM group responsible for ensuring that the correct software products are delivered to multiple demonstrations, integration, and test environments in a reliable and repeatable manner.
* Evaluates, selects and administers organization-wide automated tools pertaining to Configuration and Change Control and Build and Release Management.
* Implements Configuration and Change Management practices, standards and tools for use in development and maintenance projects.
Primary Qualifications (candidate must possess to be considered):
Qualifications:
* Associates or B.S Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience required.
* 3+ years in a Software Configuration Manager
* 1+ years experience with IBM Rational Jazz Platform OR 2+ years experience with TeamForge combined with open source Application Lifecycle Management tools and equivalent experience working with other version control/configuration management tools.
*Minimum of three to five years working in configuration management of software systems including COTS components that are configured and custom components that are built from configuration-controlled source
* Experience with process automation using scripting languages.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with developers, QA teams, and functional managers
Additional Duties:
* Establish standard configuration management processes and procedures for version control, build and release management, CM audit reports, configuration identification and control, software product baselines and change management.
* Develop and manage systems of recovery for the code sources of the current and previous versions of software artifacts.
* Conduct functional and physical configuration audits as needed.
* Verify the completeness and accuracy of release libraries and documentation before implementation.
In addition, SPARC currently has the following positions open:
Sr. Software Developer
Java Genius
Sr. Contracts Administrator
Software Architects
If you or someone you may know is interested in any of these positions please contact :
Lee-Anne Scalley
SPARC, LLC
Senior Human Resources Manager
3950 Faber Place Drive
Suite 400
North Charleston, SC 29407
843.655.4716
leeanne.scalley@sparcedge.com | www.sparcedge.comTechnology Analyst at JPMorganChase
Update 11/24/10: They are still looking.I'm Leroy Clarke, College Recruiting Manager at JPMorganChase. I'm currently sourcing graduating Seniors that would be interested in our full-time Technology Analyst Development Program. Please see the below analyst program job description and feel free forward to Graduating Seniors that are interested in full-time career opportunities at JPMorganChase. NOTE: Students Graduating in December 2010 or January/May/June 2011 are eligible to apply. Also, all candidates must have the eligibility to work permanently in the U.S. Students interested in applying should send their updated resume to Leroy Clarke at Leroy.Clarke@jpmorgan.comCorporate Technology Analyst Development Program JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Technology at JPMorgan Chase "Financial services can be thought of as a technology business with a financial domain of expertise," says Guy Chiarello, the Chief Information Officer at JPMorgan Chase & Co. We believe that our success rests on our ability to identify and implement technological solutions that anticipate client needs while providing employees with the tools that make JPMorgan Chase a premier place to work. We are a recognized leader in information technology aligned to the needs of specific business lines. While some IT professionals are business aligned, others work on firm-wide initiatives. Regardless of where they work, the overall mission of our IT specialists is to turn our applications, systems and infrastructure into a competitive advantage for the firm by coupling technological expertise with an understanding of our different strategic business visions. Program overview When you join JPMorgan Chase’s Technology Analyst Development Program, you will immediately begin working closely with internal clients to design, develop, test, and maintain the technologies and applications essential to our firm’s success. This includes the opportunity to participate in several phases of a system’s development life cycle. Our concentrated 24-month program requires that you actively contribute to upgrading and improving the efficiency of our infrastructure that is mission-critical to our ability to deliver products and services to clients around the world. During your tenure in the program, you will also gain hands-on knowledge collaborating with experienced professionals overseeing and managing the deployment of business-aligned technologies and infrastructure. Program Areas These are the different opportunities that are available within the Technology Analyst Development Program: Business Systems Analyst Identify, assess & record business needs Advise on options, risk & cost vs. benefit Research new and existing technology solutions Document & communicate requirements Translate documentation into test plans Ensure test plans are completed Execute unit testing & implementation of new application functionality Hold training sessions/demos Develop appropriate documentation Application Development Analyst Design, develop, code, test, debug & document applications Translate requirements into technical specifications Modify application codes Develop reporting capabilities Provide design recommendations for unit & integration testing of applications Create & test software application modules Service Delivery Analyst Perform production support for applications or technology infrastructure (i.e. networks, servers, desktops) Diagnose/resolve production problems Install/remove, configure & maintain operating system workstations & servers Evaluate, implement & manage software/hardware solution Ensure optimum system performance levels Analyze system support processes Create, manage & execute test plans/scripts Maintain template libraries & internal project documentation Execute progress reporting, defect tracking & risk assessments Training and Development As an analyst, you will begin your career with a multi-week technical training program. The comprehensive program will be project based and enable analysts to build skills to be an integral member of the Firm. Continuous training is in the form of classroom, virtual and on-the-job training. An assigned Program Manager is also available to help guide you on your unique career path. Opportunities Our program is designed to develop entry-level professionals throughout the firm and to prepare participants for information technology positions at JPMorgan Chase. The corporate function areas of our organization offer extensive lateral and upward mobility, while our business lines add yet another layer of opportunity. Upon completing the program, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to advance your career for years to come, and as opportunities arise, you may choose to stay on in one role, transfer to a different business line, carve out a niche in a specific product area or move to various other locations in the firm. Along the way, you will find encouragement and support, and can take advantage of many continuing education and advanced training opportunities. Qualifications Only those candidates who are highly motivated and eager to begin their career as a Technology Analyst within our organization will be considered. Business & Technical Acumen is required to succeed in the program. Specifically: A BA/BS degree, preferably In Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering is preferred A GPA of 3.2+ is preferred Working knowledge of C, C++, Java, C#, Visual Basic, SQL, networking and infrastructure and/or server administration. Previous related internship experience and/or other relevant experience is preferred Strong written/verbal communication skills Other program qualifications are centered on competencies analysts need to demonstrate on a consistent basis in order to be successful at JPMorgan Chase & Co.: Corporate Perspective: The desire to understand the bigger picture beyond the team/business area/region and to understand and exceed client needs. Strong desire to work in the financial services industry. Delivery of Results: The ability to drive individual and team performance to exceed expectations and achieve business goals. Leadership: The ability to articulate a vision and harness/engage resources to achieve objectives while role-modeling corporate values & recognizing the business & social value of diversity. Must be flexible, adaptable to change, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Drive for Innovation & Improvement: The commitment to challenge & question the way things are done and seek improvements / new ways of doing things to maximize value add, optimize cost and minimize risk. Relationship Management: The ability to relate 1 on 1 and work inter-dependently with others - internal partners & colleagues as well as external clients & suppliers. Ability to collaborate with others in a results-driven, team-oriented environment. Personal Development (Self & Others): The passion for self-improvement and the desire to facilitate the development of others to achieve more than s/he believes may be possible. All candidates must have the eligibility to work permanently in the U.S. Locations New York Metro area Columbus, OH Newark/Wilmington, DE Chicago, IL Tampa, FL Dallas, TX Houston, TX