Limelight is hiring

[der.hans]

Am 09. Jan, 2013 schwätzte der.hans so:

moin moin,

I should have mentioned that it would help if resumes are in plain text,
ODT or PDF. We're mostly a *NIX shop and most of the people who will need
to evaluate the resumes have GNU/Linux or *BSD installed :).

ciao,

der.hans

> Am 09. Jan, 2013 schwätzte AZ RUNE so:
>
> moin moin,
>
>> Where can I send my resume? Thanks for letting me know :-)
>
> Send it to me. Let me know which position(s) you think you'd fit. I can
> then pass everything on to the hiring manager and bypass HR for the
> initial intro :).
>
> I'm told the jobs mostly have not yet made it on our careers site, so I'm
> uncertain of how to get to HR other than just blindly emailing. It's
> better to talk directly to the hiring manager anyway.
>
> ciao,
>
> der.hans
>
>> Brian Fields
>> 
>> On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 1:08 PM, der.hans <PLUGd at lufthans.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> moin moin,
>>> 
>>> we have several openings. We're already interviewing for a couple, so if
>>> you're interested get ahold of me ASAP.
>>> 
>>> We have several NOC openings. These positions are shift work and generally
>>> require a mix of technical knowledge and customer service skills. Customer
>>> service is for corporate accounts and generally handled via email. I
>>> believe our NOC pays well. NOC is a good way to gain experience. NOC
>>> positions will be on site in downtown Tempe. Knowing networking and
>>> GNU/Linux are definite assets for the NOC.
>>> 
>>> We also have several senior level positions open for the group I'm in.
>>> These positions don't necessarily have to be done from Tempe, but I
>>> believe candidates that can work out of our offices in either Tempe or
>>> Grand Rapids, MI would be preferred.
>>> 
>>> Limelight's been a great place to work. A good environment with
>>> knowledgeable coworkers and good management. Definitely lots of
>>> opportunity to learn new skills and play with new software toys. There's
>>> also opportunity to build new technologies.
>>> 
>>> @ Cloud Services Engineer:
>>> 
>>> Limelight Networks is seeking a senior level Cloud Services Engineer
>>> with experience deploying and supporting one of the largest cloud
>>> infrastructures. As a Cloud Services Engineer you will manage the
>>> day-to-day operational aspects of our cloud storage and virtualization
>>> infrastructure. In addition, you will assist in the execution of tactical
>>> operational infrastructure initiatives by building, deploying, and
>>> managing storage and virtualization solutions.
>>> 
>>> Required Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Expertise with the OpenStack architecture and its associated 
>>> technologies
>>> (Nova, Swift, Ceph, etc)
>>> . Experience with IaaS technologies and architectures such as Nova, Swift,
>>> Ceph, etc, as well as virtualization technologies
>>> . Experience with Virtualization technologies and architectures such as
>>> KVM,
>>> Xen, etc
>>> . Knowledge of deployment automation and configuration management 
>>> solutions
>>> such as Chef, Puppet, CFEngine or similar technologies.
>>> . Strong Unix/Linux/BSD system programming experience (Perl, Python, Bash,
>>> shell, etc)
>>> 
>>> @ DevOps Automation Engineer:
>>> 
>>> Limelight Networks is seeking a DevOps Automation Engineer that will help
>>> us maintain our Content Delivery and SaaS platforms along with enhancing
>>> our cloud platform. As a DevOps Automation Engineer you will focus on
>>> improving the scalability, resilience and efficiency of our systems by
>>> building and maintaining an automation framework and using that framework
>>> to automate distributed processes.
>>> 
>>> Required Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Demonstrated ability to design, implement and maintain tools and
>>> automation framework components
>>> . Advanced experience with version control systems (git, svn, cvs, etc).
>>> . Experience with automation solutions such as Rundeck, Salt, or similar
>>> technologies.
>>> . Experience with configuration management solutions such as Chef, Puppet,
>>> CFEngine or similar technologies.
>>> . Strong Unix/Linux/BSD system programming experience (Perl, Python, Bash,
>>> shell, etc)
>>> 
>>> @ Data Services Engineer:
>>> 
>>> Limelight Networks is seeking a data engineer with experience with
>>> traditional databases, NoSQL, and complex data messaging infrastructures.
>>> As a Data Services Engineer you will manage the day-to-day operational
>>> aspects of the datastores and messaging systems that support Limelight
>>> Networks' Content Delivery and SaaS platforms. In addition, you will
>>> assist in the execution of tactical operational infrastructure initiatives
>>> by building, deploying, and managing complex datastores, messaging
>>> systems, and processes. This position will typically have a datastore or
>>> messaging focus, however, experience with both is a plus.
>>> 
>>> Required Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and maintain complex
>>> datastores
>>> and/or messaging subsystems.
>>> . Experience with at least one SQL RDBMS (MySQL, Postgres, etc) and one
>>> NoSQL database (MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase, etc).
>>> . Experience with data messaging systems or frameworks such as RabbitMQ,
>>> ZeroMQ, or ActiveMQ.
>>> . Experience with configuration management solutions such as Chef, Puppet,
>>> CFEngine or similar technologies.
>>> . Strong Unix/Linux/BSD system programming experience (Perl, Python, Bash,
>>> shell, etc).
>>> 
>>> @ Systems Developer:
>>> 
>>> Limelight Networks is seeking a Perl/Python and UNIX Script Developer
>>> who has current hands-on coding skills required for an enterprise level
>>> platform. Must have previous Operational experience with large global
>>> networks. You should be well versed in monitoring and troubleshooting WAN
>>> networking issues and Unix systems automation. Experience with monitoring
>>> tools such as Zabbix, Nagios, Zenoss highly desirable.
>>> 
>>> Required Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Strong Unix/Linux/BSD system programming experience (Perl, Python, Bash,
>>> shell, etc).
>>> . Knowledgeable in configuring and maintaining large scale monitoring
>>> systems (Zabbix, Nagios, Zenoss, etc).
>>> . 2-3 years WAN Operational experience.
>>> . Understanding of markup languages (JSON, XML, YAML, etc).
>>> . Work closely with other developers and engineers to build and execute
>>> technical test plans.
>>> . Must be a good problem solver and have a drive to make the right
>>> decisions
>>> the first time.
>>> . Ability to take ownership of projects and meet deadlines.
>>> . Team player and fast learner.
>>> 
>>> @ Capacity and Performance Manager:
>>> 
>>> Limelight Networks is seeking a Capacity and Performance Manager that will
>>> help manage capacity and performance for our Content Delivery and SaaS
>>> platforms. As a Capacity and Performance Manager you will work with large
>>> datasets to identify capacity and performance trends in order to create
>>> short-term and long-term capacity plans. You will be responsible for
>>> working with engineering staff to develop a numerical capacity management
>>> and reporting framework across a diverse set of services including Content
>>> Delivery, Network Infrastructure, Storage, and SaaS platforms; using that
>>> framework to translate the data into recommendations and actionable plans.
>>> You will also provide Engineering and Development teams requirements
>>> to further instrument systems and software to improve capacity and
>>> performance reporting and analytics.
>>> 
>>> Required Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . A strong analytical and mathematical background.
>>> . Telecommunications or IP networking experience.
>>> . Experience in triaging performance and availability problems on wide
>>> scale, enterprise applications running on distributed cloud systems.
>>> . Experience using monitoring and instrumentation tools.
>>> . Experience with data mining various datastore systems
>>> 
>>> Strong Unix/Linux/BSD system programming experience (Perl, Python, Bash,
>>> shell, etc).
>>> 
>>> Preferred Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Technical knowledge of IP networking, IP peering, IP transit and CDN.
>>> . Experience defining systems or process requirement; technical knowledge
>>> of
>>> developing interoperability solutions, data analysis, system operations
>>> development.
>>> . Exceptionally strong communication skills and a data-driven analytical
>>> approach toward solving complex challenges.
>>> 
>>> @ Sr. Manager, SaaS Technical Operations
>>> 
>>> As the Sr. Manager of SaaS Technical Operations you will be responsible
>>> for developing and leading a team of engineers and architects who are
>>> tasked with the deployment and continued growth of Limelight Networks’
>>> SaaS platforms and internal support systems. You will be responsible for
>>> operational strategies and solutions for the SaaS platform as well as the
>>> operational integration of the SaaS products with the Content Delivery
>>> Network. In addition, you will lead tactical and strategic operational
>>> infrastructure initiatives by scoping, resourcing, and managing processes
>>> and projects that facilitate the introduction of new products, features,
>>> and services while allowing existing services to scale.
>>> 
>>> Essential Functions:
>>> 
>>> . Lead and manage a team of technology professionals tasked with managing
>>> operations of a world class SaaS platform.
>>> . Analyze business needs, service roadmaps, and service lifecycles to
>>> develop operational strategies, architectures, and designs that meet the
>>> needs of each stakeholder.
>>> . Analyze service metrics and other key operational indicators to identify
>>> systemic architectural or operational process issues or gaps. Use this
>>> and other information to recommend changes in system or service
>>> architectures or develop changes to operational processes or procedures.
>>> . Develop and maintain a high level of expertise within Limelight's
>>> services
>>> and products.
>>> . Demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction and unwavering 
>>> customer
>>> focus. The incumbent will have documented ability to communicate the value
>>> of our solution in a way that resonates with all levels of Limelight
>>> . Networks’ organization.
>>> . Direct and review the development and implementation of formalized
>>> operational processes and procedures. Use this and and other information
>>> to develop requirements for system and process automation.
>>> . Mentor and direct others in their technology evaluations, technical
>>> designs, and technical implementations as they relate to operations.
>>> 
>>> Qualifications:
>>> 
>>> . Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or closely related field
>>> or comparable education and experience typically obtained by five or more
>>> years related work experience; masters or MBA a plus.
>>> . 7+ years managing production operations and IT infrastructure teams;
>>> previous experience with SaaS environments is required.
>>> . Demonstrated expertise in designing, building and managing complex
>>> computing systems and services with experience directing operational
>>> engineers in these processes.
>>> . Working experience in operational design of distributed large-scale
>>> systems involving software, hardware, network and process components.
>>> . Can effectively communicate system/service capabilities and limitations
>>> by
>>> preparing thorough and articulate documentation, developing processes and
>>> procedures, and participating in or leading formal presentations.
>>> . Demonstrated experience in working with both agile and plan-driven
>>> development processes such as Scrums, Agile Development, Extreme
>>> Programming, and the Rational Unified Process.
>>> . Demonstrated experience in working with large-scale systems management
>>> processes, including configuration management and change control
>>> processes.
>>> . Demonstrated experience in the development of operational requirements 
>>> as
>>> they relate to large-scale systems implementations in highly distributed
>>> service infrastructures.
>>> . Demonstrated ability in developing large-scale functional system
>>> architectures, implementation designs, and operational processes in
>>> collaboration with product owners, system stakeholders, and development
>>> engineers.
>>> . Demonstrated ability and willingness to act as technical expert when
>>> necessary, to track technology trends and to provide sound basis and
>>> reasoning for recommending technology paths. Demonstrated ability to
>>> mentor or direct others in their technology evaluations.
>>> . Experience in various caching architectures including CDN integration in
>>> a
>>> production environment.
>>> . Experience with operating in a secure environment i.e. PCI and SAS 70.
>>> 
>>> ciao,
>>> 
>>> der.hans
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