Senior Software Engineer, Collections Information, J. Paul Getty Museum
The department of Collections Information at the J. Paul Getty Museum is seeking an experienced, Senior Software Engineer to assist as a technical resource for its software packages: capturing and documenting user requirements; identifying/defining business problems; developing solutions/alternatives; and implementing software package solutions and, when needed, developing/implementing custom solutions. Develops documentation and provides support function for software applications. Understands and is technically proficient in the environments in which software applications operate (i.e., Unix, Windows) and develops test cases and conducts testing for software solutions, documenting results. Participates on large project teams and leads smaller teams, as appropriate. Understands and resolves complex software problems and assists in developing test strategies and solutions; monitors user support. The successful candidate will have proven familiarity and integration experience with enterprise-wide web applications such as collections management, content management and digital asset management systems. Solid communication skills, and the ability to work as a team or self-guided is essential. Technical Requirements: Proven experience working with relational databases (oracle 9i), SQL Server, MySQL, and using Structured Query Language to browse and manipulate data and to create scripts. Possesses general understanding of common technical architectures (e.g., web, client/server); experience using report development tools (e.g., Crystal Reports), preferred; familiar with software development methodologies; skilled with uses of XML and XSLT; familiarity with "C", "C++", JAVA or similar object-oriented programming language. Qualifications: Masters degree preferred and 5-8 years software development experience. Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources-YL, The J. Paul Getty Trust, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA. 90049-1681. Or fax to (310) 440-7720. Or email jobs at getty.edu indicating "Sr Software Engineer/YL" in subject line. Job posted at: http://www.getty.edu/about/opportunities/tech_opps.html (Requisition: 2262)
