Are you looking for a real career opportunity? SoftLayer currently has openings for highly motivated individuals seeking to join our dedicated team of professionals. These positions include salary and stock ownership in one of the fastest growing hosting companies in the industry. Average Joe's and clock punchers need not apply. We are looking for multi-talented individuals who are self driven and can add tremendous value to our existing team. Submit your resume and the reason we should select you to resumes@softlayer.com.
Datacenter Positions
Dallas, TX, Seattle, WA and Washington, DC
Listings current as of June 16, 2008
SoftLayer is seeking highly motivated individuals to work in a fast moving large datacenter environment. General responsibilities include the installation, configuration, and management of Intel and AMD x86 servers. The current install base of 8000+ servers includes the latest dual and quad core technologies. Candidates should have strength on one area with broad IT experience. Training is provided. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Multiple positions are available for immediate hire. Shifts include day/evening/overnight.
Infrastructure Engineers - $20k to $40k
Responsibilities
Shipping/Receiving of servers & datacenter infrastructure
Assembly and Installation of server racks and ladder racks
Unpacking, racking and cabling of servers and network equipment
Core Infrastructure cabling including ethernet, fiber and power
Experience
Shipping/Receiving or warehouse experience
Ability to lift and move 50 to 75lb objects
Cable assembly, installation or electrical
Tremendous opportunity for persons wanting to enter IT
Server Build Engineers - $30k to $50k
Responsibilities
Rack, build, cable, configure, and provision Intel and AMD servers
Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment
Troubleshoot, test, quality assurance of server hardware
Professionally resolve hardware issues via trouble ticket
Experience
Operating System Installation - Windows Server, Linux, Unix
Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment
Web Server Installation - IIS 6.0, Apache
Database Installation - MySQL, MSSQL
Remote Management - RDC / SSH / TS
Hardware Installation: SATA / SAS / RAID / RAM
Datacenter Engineers - $40k to $70k
Responsibilities
Install, Configure and Troubleshoot Intel and AMD server hardware
Install, Configure and Troubleshoot Cisco network equipment and load balancing
Install, Configure and Troubleshoot Firewall, IPTables, AV, IDS, Anti-SPAM
Install, Configure and Troubleshoot Web, Mail, Database and App Servers
Serve as tier 2 & 3 support to the tier 1 support desk
Professionally resolve escalated issues via trouble ticket and phone
Experience
Operating Systems - Windows, Red Hat, Fedora, BSD, Debian, Ubuntu
Web Servers - IIS and Apache
Database - MySQL, MSSQL, Postgres
Control Panel Software - cPanel, Plesk, Helm, Virtuozzo, VMWare
Advanced hardware configurations
Network Configurations - VLANs
Applicant must have broad IT knowledge with expertise in one area. Training will be provided for internal systems, but applicant is expected to have a thorough, working knowledge of operating systems and applications upon hiring. Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Development Positions
Dallas, TX
Listings current as of June 16, 2008
Senior Developers
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement Object Oriented PHP applications
Integrate enterprise-grade products and services into a web-based portal
Create SOAP/XML web services
Manage projects through the entire lifecycle
Experience
5 years programming experience with database driven applications
Object Oriented Programming
Relational Databases
Web Application Development
Project Management/Reporting
Senior Developers will not only have an immediate impact, but will also
have opportunities for leadership roles as SoftLayer continues to grow.
Developers
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement Object Oriented PHP applications
Experience
Object Oriented Programming
Relational Databases
Web Application Development
Developers will have the opportunity to learn new skills and make an
impact in a fast growing innovative company.
Network Positions
Sales Positions
Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX
Listings current as of June 16, 2008
Listings current as of March 24, 2008
Senior Network Engineer
Responsibilities
Architect, implement, and maintain network infrastructure
Ability to track down and isolate network related issues
Process and resolve customer related network issues
Research and test new technologies
Flexible hours
Experience
5 years experience in a datacenter environment
Experience in Cisco architecture (routers and switches)
Experience with BGP, OSPF, VLANs, 802.1q, STP, etc.
Experience with load balancing and firewalls
Experience with IDS/IPS systems
Experience with network monitoring systems
System administration skills a plus
Project Management/Reporting
College Degree Preferred, but not required
Account Manager - $35K to $50K
Responsibilities
Arrange, secure, and follow up with server sales
Effectively manage new and existing client relationships
Needs ability to multitask in fast paced environment
Communicate with customers via telephone, emails and tickets, and live sales chat
Experience
4 Year College degree preferred
Should have strong interest in sales
Needs ability to multitask in fast paced environment
Strong organization and time management skills required
Should possess impeccable verbal and written communication skills
Must be outgoing, self motivated, and have a willingness to work with others
Basic sales experience and a good understanding of customer service a plus
Fluency in Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese is preferred
Corporate Positions
Dallas, TX
Listings current as of June 16, 2008
Marketing Manager
Responsibilities
Ability to take complex technical information and communicate it in a lucid, concise and accurate manner that can be easily understood by non-technical people
Develop product and service oriented documentation to support internal and external communication
Manage all aspects of marketing on a day-to-day basis
Support sales by providing material and documents to assist in closing new business
Work with technical and operations staff to develop white papers that present the SoftLayer value proposition to multiple audiences – both internal and external
Prepare data sheets for all SoftLayer service offerings and products
Provide content for all communications material, including the website, customer case studies, and press releases
Experience
Proven knowledge and experience within the technology area, especially within data center infrastructure and hosting - including servers, storage, security, networking, and operating systems
Five or more years of experience as a marketing manager or product manager in a related field
Entrepreneurial spirit
Excellent communication skills
Proactive; “get it done” attitude
Ability to work with little supervision
Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese would be preferred, but not required
Staff Accountant
Responsibilities
Must possess strong general ledger, journal entry and reconciliation skills
Must be able to work and think independently
Must be able to meet departmental deadlines
Responsible for month end close for several locations
Will be responsible for annual audit work, daily and monthly general ledger postings and monthly bank account and balance sheet reconciliation
Experience
Four-year Accounting degree required with 2-5 years experience preferred
Experience preparing financial statements and month-end close cycle
Experience with Microsoft Office Products, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
Systems conversion experience a plus
CPA or CPA candidate a plus
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