>
>April 29, 2008
>PROGRAMMER III
>(2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)
>
>Under the immediate supervision of the Technology Project Leader
>(Supervisor, Applications Programming), these positions provide a
>challenging and varied opportunity to provide programming support for
>product related projects and project management oversight for both
>existing products and those currently under development. We are
>seeking two talented software programmers for interesting work
>developing end user software tools and hardware firmware. Currently,
>Windows and Linux are primary platforms of interest, but Windows
>Mobile, Symbian, and Android are three areas of future interest.
>Projects under development include Windows utilities, games, and
>educational software, firmware for two hardware platforms, a Linux
>based PDA and another hand-held device with its own OS. Server-side
>users tools are of interest as well. Accessibility is a key
>component of all projects, but we can help instruct with that aspect
>of the position.
>MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
>1. Participate in the design process (write, debug, and test
>software) for individually assigned projects and assist in
>development of projects assigned to other members of the programming
>team.
>2. Maintain existing and new software and document code changes.
>3. Serve as troubleshooter for programming and debugging on
>projects, including working with other programmers on technical
>specifications and documentation.
>4. Suggest UI and foundational improvements to software and
>hardware projects.
>5. Write and review user product instructional and documentation
>information, including the documentation of changes made to existing
>programs.
>6. Provide technical support to consumers of current products,
>as well as designated APH staff, and CTS staff when requested.
>EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
>Must possess a working and demonstrable knowledge of structured
>programming practices.
>Must possess a working and demonstrable knowledge of C and C++.
>Knowledge of Linux, Linux administration, Python, PHP, SQL, server-
>side applications, Windows and Linux component applications, C# are
>strong pluses. Likewise, experience with writing software to work
>with map data for GPS related projects is also highly desirable.
>Must be a quick study and be able to learn new languages, systems,
>and technologies such as speech synthesis and screen readers.
>Demonstrate (with code) projects successfully completed showing high
>level of judgment, analytical ability, and creativity in getting job
>done.
>Experience in writing software that runs on multiple platforms and
>software written in a highly flexible manner so that it may be used
>for more than one purpose is very desirable.
>
>Job Posting
>Programmer III (continued)
>Experience in contributing to open-source projects is desirable
>Must possess excellent verifiable organizational and project/time
>management experience and skills required in an environment of
>rapidly changing priorities.
>Must have the ability to communicate technical issues to lay
>personnel and consumers, as well as communicate and work across
>departmental lines.
>COMPENSATION:
>
>Pay Grade: 9 Minimum: $ 21.11 Midpoint:
>$ 26.48
>Salary negotiable based on education and experience.
>To apply, contact the Human Resources Department, American Printing
>House for the Blind,
>1839 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206, for an application. For
>more information about this position, please call Larry Skutchan at
>(502) 895-2405, ext. 314.
>APH IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
>An offer of employment is conditioned upon successfully passing a
>drug screening test.
>We encourage all qualified persons to apply regardless of race,
>color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
>gender identity, age, place of birth, or disability, as defined by
>applicable law. EEO/AA Employer.

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