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Hi folks, here are some current openings@MangoSpring.

Posting it on behalf of a friend

Careers @ MangoSpring

At MangoSpring, we are building a game-changing team. That means bringing together the industry’s most talented engineers, professionals and thought leaders. We need a group of people who can think big ideas and execute every day on a path toward a collective vision. If you think you are up for the challenge, please contact us at   careers@MangoSpring.com with a resume and other related information.

Why us?

At MangoSpring, its not about web 1.0 or web 2.0. It’s about the USERS, and we do what it takes to give them the best experience ever. Building a service that comes close to our vision, of course, requires some very sound engineering.

Our love for technology ensures that we work with the best of the tools available – be it the the web, mobile or the desktop. We work across platforms and technologies to create the best possible user experience.

On the server side, we primarily use Java, C++ and LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) based technologies. On the web user interface side, Javascript, CSS and Flash are our faviorte tools. For mobile development, our favorite platforms are iPhone, Symbian, J2ME, Blackberry, Windows Mobile, Palm and Linux.

MangoSpring is an early stage technology startup that offers tremendous opportunities to grow in terms of responsibility and scope of work. Being one of the first employees, you get to influence the company’s policies and culture.

At MangoSpring, your ideas are valued and appreciated. You will have the opportunity to be part of the entire product life-cycle, and not just write code. Careers at MangoSpring come with all the advantages of a small technology company, such as high passion and energy with low hierarchy, as well as a fun and inspiring workspace you’ll be glad to be a part of. We provide an environment that encourages learning and teaching, as well as employs strong software development practices and provides an opportunity to make a difference on a daily basis.

Geeks, Comedians, QuoteMasters, Joke-Masters – we have them all. Everyone is unique in their own way with special capabilities and a go getting attitude. We are looking for their clones now!

The compensation package offered is at par with the industry’s best, and attractive stock options are an added incentive. To apply to be a part of our team, send resumes to: careers@mangospring.com

We are Hiring your Boss! (Tech Lead’s/Architects)

Yes, you read it write we want to hire your boss.

This isn’t April , so you needn’t worry about this mail being a hoax.You aren’t dreaming so no need to nudge yourself either.

Then the next question that you would have is , who hires like this !!!

WE DO…

We is MangoSpring ( www.mangospring.com) .Guess it’s the spring in our name , that adds that whiff of freshness and originality in everything that we do.If you absolutely must know we are a technology start up working in the exciting space of consumer Internet and are looking to hire tech leads and architects across server, web and mobile technologies. And we think your boss could fit the bill.(5-8 years of experience, hands on person with the skill and the ability to manage a team)

You like your boss? You absolutely must recommend him to us cause when he comes over in all likelihood he will bring you along and
trust me we are one hell of a place to work with. Salary that matches the industries best, work culture that is built around the concept of
“happiness” ( http://www.mangospring.com/inside/ ), Foosball, Xbox, Pizza Nites, joy of working in a product company, exposure to latest technologies, building something which your friends will use and swear by…the list is endless.

Hate your boss? Well all the more reason for you to get him off your back. We will help you get rid of him …what say?

So mail us( careers@mangospring.com) the name, designation, email address and current employer of the candidate you are recommending. And we will do the rest. Your identity will be kept anonymous at all times and you have nothing to fear on that front.

P.S : We won’t mind if you recommend yourself.

Web Applications Engineers (1 Opening)

What you will do?

We are hiring engineers who can make kick ass web-based applications and be responsible for design and development of the web-based interface between our complex server wizardry and the end user.

Who you are?

• B.E or MCA in computer science or related fields with 1-5 years of software engineering experience.
• Previous work experience with JavaScript, PHP, JSP or other similar scripting languages required.
• Experience developing database driven, internet-based, server applications a must.
• Experience in DHTML (JavaScript 1.0-1.5, CSS1 & CSS2, DOM Levels 0-2).
• Knowledge with “rich web” techniques and toolkits required.
• Experience in database design and SQL; mySQL a plus.
• Experience with SVN, Ant, JUnit (Cactus), JDBC a plus.
• Knowledge of Drupal or other CMS.
• Knowledge of HCI and application UI design a plus.

For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to careers@MangoSpring.com

Java Server Engineers (2 openings)

What you will do?

We are hiring Server Engineers to design and develop our core services and application platform. You will write the server side code for all our web/mobile based services. The focus will be on creating robust high volume applications, and at the same time have the ability to turn around quick prototypes.

Who you are?

• Java, Java, Java!!!
• 2-5 years of commercial software development experience with strong, system-wide background in Java/J2EE server development.
• BE or MS in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Experience developing database driven, internet-based, server applications a must.
• Experience with web services, and agile development methodologies desired.
• Experience with Spring, Hibernate, JUnit, Annotations, Freemaker, Log4J, JBoss desirable.
• Experience with web application language such as PHP, Python or Ruby.

For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to careers@MangoSpring.com

Mobile Client Engineers(2 Openings)

What you will do?

MangoSpring services are a blend of web and mobile. We are hiring a client focused engineers who will take charge of the mobile client development at MangoSpring. You will be part of our client development team and be responsible for design and development of MangoSpring’s mobile client platform and applications.

Who you are?

• B.E or MCA in computer science or related fields with 3+ years of software engineering experience.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in a particular client technology platform (J2ME, BREW, Symbian,Windows Mobile, BlackBerry).
• Experience building connected mobile applications (as opposed to games) in product based companies is a must.
• Good understanding of robust software design and development practices.

For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to careers@MangoSpring.com

Posting it on behalf of Gaurav Mishra ( @gauravonomics)

Originally posted here

If you’re interested contact Tejaswita (email tejas@nichesearch.net) of Niche Search Services, Contact number: +91-98453-93423

Job Description

US-based Semiconductor Company with significant India presence is looking for Manager, Accounting to oversee critical India finance operations. The company is seeking a high-energy, hands-on individual desiring a challenging position with diverse responsibilities. This position offers significant opportunities to willing individuals to streamline processes.

The Manager, Accounting position reports to the Controller, Finance located in Bangalore. The position oversees a staff of 1 in Bangalore. Core duties include the following:

• Represent the company on key financial/tax/compliance matters with governmental agencies
• Oversee accounting activities in accordance with the company policies and procedures and responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting and statements of India legal entities.
• Oversee external statutory, tax, customs, STPI and other statutory reporting
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 requirements (to the extent applicable to India)
• Maintain relationships with outsourced accountants, shared service centre, solicitors, banks and key vendors
• Liaise directly with U.S. accounting, tax, legal, shareholder services and payroll departments, as required
• Liaise with Singapore shared service centre for vendor payments and accounting activities and reporting
• Develop and manage to organization benchmarks
• Ensure ease of doing business

This position requires occasional travel to U.S and Singapore. Current travel percentage is approximately 5% but may increase as business grows.

Skill And Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a hard-working energetic individual with the following qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant or CPA
• Minimum 6-10 years of related experience
• Proven track record as a contributory member to the management team with the ability to lead and work alongside an existing finance team.
• Dynamic, strategic, self starter, possessing acute business acumen and strong leadership capabilities.
• Able to set priorities and work to tight deadlines
• Resists passing the buck around, strives to solve the problem
• Solid attention to details
• Ability to think globally
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to team with individuals in diverse business and cultural environments
• Willingness to work hands-on in addition to developing and executing the strategic vision for the department.
• Familiarity with local statutory reporting requirements
• Sound technical knowledge and strong operational and financial background.
• Familiarity with US Sarbanes-Oxley Act is an added benefit.
• Experience in MNC environment/semiconductor industries will be an added advantage.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word).
• Experience with Peoplesoft or other ERP system a plus.
• Develop and manage to organization benchmarks

Hi, this is a new series of posts I am planning for friends and acquaintances who are looking for talented people – and people who are looking for jobs.

Postings are free for organizations, this is merely my way of helping cool people find other cool people So if you’re a hiring manager or a third party vendor – mail me your requirements at  gg [at] gautamghosh.net

You can find the direct page here http://gautamghosh.net/category/jobs/

To start with here are some openings from social media firm MediaRedefined – I know the folks who have started it – via twitter.

Specific job openings:

Sales Manager (Job Code: MR-SM)

Should have at least 6 months of experience in web services domain.
Should have outstanding communication skills – written and oral.
Should know the basics of social media marketing.
Should be capable of handing a team of executives.

Content Writer (Job Code: MR-CW)

Should have some past work experience of writing – either as a freelancer or employed.
Should have strong communication skills – written and verbal.
Should be comfortable with Internet, emails.
Knowledge of blogs, wikis and newsletters is plus.

Junior Web Designer (Job Code: MR-JWD)

Should have at least 6 months of experience in Web Development.
Should have a creative view.
XHTML, CSS, Adobe Photoshop is mandatory.
Knowledge of Macromedia Flash and Sound Editors is desired.
Must be a team player and shall have good communication skills.

PHP/MYSQL Developer (Job Code: MR-DEV)

Should have at least 6 months of experience in PHP & MySQL.
Should be a natural problem solver and logical thinker.
Knowledge of Social Web APIs (Facebook, OpenSocial) is beneficial.
Must be a team player and shall have good communication skills.

Send your resumes to careers@mediaredefined.com with the job code as the subject.

Interesting stuff that Naukri.com press release shares

Monthly Update of Naukri JobSpeak – July ‘09

§ The Naukri JobSpeak index at 727, is 1.3% up in July ‘09 over June ’09

§ Mumbai, Delhi – NCR and Hyderabad saw a marginal increase in hiring activity in July ’09 over June’09

§ Hiring activity was  up in Pharma and Auto by over 10% in July’09 as compared to June ‘09

§ Hiring activity in the IT industry went up marginally while Real Estate and Retail saw a significant increase

§ Hiring activity picked up most for professionals with over 8 years of work experience

New Delhi, Aug 18, 2009: The Naukri Job index continued to move upwards. The index edged up by 1.3% backed by a slight improvement in hiring activity in IT-Software and BPO industries. The index scaled to 727 in July’09 as compared to 718 in June ‘09. On a three monthly moving average, the index inched up from 686 in June ‘09 to 703 in July ‘09. Industries that have seen an improvement in the Three Month Moving Average for two consecutive months include Real Estate, Semiconductors, Banking, Auto and IT.

“The uptrend over consecutive months is encouraging. Improvement in hiring activity in lagging industries, such as IT, Real Estate, Retail and Auto, echoes optimism. However, continued increases in hiring activity over the next few months will indicate a turnaround in economic activity and in hiring,” said Sumeet Singh, National Head – Marketing and Communications, Info Edge.

Among cities, Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad saw an improvement, while Bangalore, Chennai and Pune saw a dip, in hiring activity. Hiring was up in Pharma, Auto and IT industry. July ’09 witnessed an increase in demand for people with over 8 years of work experience.

City wise Analysis: Mumbai and Delhi saw a marginal pick up in hiring activity

Of the top 13 cities, 5 cities including Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad recorded an increase in hiring activity in July ‘09 as compared to June ’09. While most of the other cities saw a marginal drop in hiring activity. Delhi-NCR saw hiring activity move up by 7% in July ’09 as compared to June ’09. Hiring activity in Mumbai picked up for a second consecutive month, albeit marginally by 3%. Hiring activity in Bangalore, Chennai and Pune were down by 4%, 6% and 1% respectively.

Industry Analysis: Hiring activity in the IT industry remained in the green as well as Retail, Real Estate and Auto picked up

Hiring activity remained stable across most industries in July ‘09 as compared to June ‘09. IT industry remained in the green with hiring activity up by 4% in IT-Software, 7% up in IT-Hardware and Networking and 3% up in ITeS and BPO. Hiring activity continued to soar in Pharma and Biotech industry, with the index up by 10%. Indicating some revival, hiring activity in Auto and Auto Ancillary, Real Estate and Retail, went up by 11%, 16% and 10% respectively.

Hiring activity in Telecom saw a dip of 10%in July ‘09 as compared to June ‘09.

Functional Area / Department

Hiring activity was marginally affected across departments in July ‘09 as compared to June ‘09. Sales and Business Development professionals and Accountancy professionals saw hiring activity inch up by 4% and 5% respectively. Hiring went up marginally in IT – Software by 4%. There seemed some emphasis in hiring in Engineering Design: Research and Development where hiring went up by 16%.

On a continued uptrend, demand went up by 2% for hospitality professionals with the index at an all-time high at 1083.

Index of Total Jobs

On Total Jobs(this includes refreshed jobs), the index moved down by 1.8% from 818 in June‘09 to 802 in July ‘09. According to the Total Jobs Index, the index peaked in Sep’08 at 1004 and bottomed in Dec’08 at 739, so far.

Methodology

The index has been calculated based on job listings added to the site month on month. July 2008 has been taken as the base month with a score of 1000 and the subsequent monthly index is compared with data for July 2008. Data has been sourced from Naukri.com and it reflects job listings and therefore hiring trends on the site. Jobs have been categorized by location, functional area, industry, experience bucket. The index has been analyzed across Cities/ Functional Area – Deptt / Industry verticals. The report (produced monthly) shows hiring trends across industry sectors, geography and functional areas. More than 34000 national and international clients used Naukri.com in 2008-2009, leading to high reliability of data.

A friend of mine, Sairee Chahal who is the driving force behind SAITA consulting has come up with a great concept for mothers who want to get back to careers – but would however look for a lot more flexibility in their work.