Although the official job posting hasn't made its way to our website yet, we wanted to get the news out as quickly as possible to those of you who might be interested: PalmSource has an opening in David Fedor's Developer Services group. We're looking for an experienced developer (not necessarily a Palm OS developer, although experience with Palm OS is definitely a plus) who is interested in helping us help our developers. We in Developer Services monitor the forums and host the developer conferences and the SyncUps. As a member of the team you'll also get to write code, play with the latest hardware, and help influence the products that PalmSource creates. Not to mention that you'll get to hang out with a really cool group of people! 8-)
If you or someone you know is interested, please let us know! Go to http://careers.hodes.com/palmsource/ and fill out a Job Agent profile (or respond directly to the posting, if it appears by the time you get to the website). Following my signature, below, is the text of the job posting. Spread the word! Thanks, -Greg Wilson Developer Services PalmSource, Inc. Developer Services Engineer PalmSource is adding to our world class Developer Services group to better help developers create software that will change the way people use mobile information technology both at home and at work. You will have the opportunity to join and work with the leaders in handheld computer technology. As a member of this organization you will provide in-depth technical design and code-level support for Palm OS application developers (VAR, SI, in-house, etc.). This includes: email and occasional phone-based support; writing and reviewing sample code and technical notes, articles, web pages, and documentation; introducing new Palm OS releases, software, and services at developer conferences; conducting design and code reviews; and doing technical feasibility studies. You will also work closely with a number of key partners and may do some project work and on-site engineering. You will also serve as a technical advocate for developers, helping to align the company direction with the needs of our development community. Qualifications: - 4-5 years' development experience with C/C++. - Solid programming and software design skills. - Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) are mandatory. - Positive experience and reputation in public speaking and presentation. - Ability to serve as a trustworthy and technically knowledgeable representative in both casual and formal settings. - BS in Computer Science/Engineering or related experience. Knowledge of the handheld market and experience in coding communications-oriented solutions is a plus. Experience doing developer support is a plus. Preference will be given to those who have experience programming for the Palm OS platform. -- For information on using the Palm Developer Forums, or to unsubscribe, please see http://www.palmos.com/dev/support/forums/
