Java Developer - BlackBerry Maps

Published on February 21, 2008 - Comments
Ottawa, ON

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Location
Ottawa, ON

The Opportunity
Enjoy a role that will put your name on the map—literally. As a senior member of a team that’s developing location-based software (think GPS, mapping, and finding the nearest coffee shop) you’ll help build next-generation software that millions of people will use.

Geospatial data and co-location services are a hot development field, and will be for the foreseeable future. This is an excellent opportunity to code right at the edge of ideas and possibility, and work as part of a bright, skilled and motivated team.

Who Should Apply
• 3+ years of software development experience in a client/server environment
• Sound knowledge of OO methodologies
• Proficient with Java programming languages (J2ME/J2EE)
• Experience with multi-threaded application development
• Experience with web applications development, familiar with web technologies such as servlets, Apache/Tomcat, XML, PHP
• Experience with design for testability
• Working knowledge of Windows and UNIX (Linux preferably) platforms
• Ability to produce software artifacts such as Functional and Design Specifications, Technical notes, etc..
• Ability to work well within a team

Nice to Haves:
• Mathematics academic background is a plus
GIS and GPS knowledge/experience is a definite plus
• Database experience with PostGres or SQL Server

About the Company
Analysts recommend them, investors buy them, and if you’re Canadian – you brag about them. With a history of developing breakthrough wireless email devices and connected enterprise solutions, Research in Motion is a world leader in mobile communications. As a global technology powerhouse, they continue to enjoy explosive growth.

Contact
To make an inquiry and/or to submit a resume, please contact: Penny Curtis

Comments

Penny Curtis Vote-kill Vote-no Vote-yes Penny Curtis
feb 28 2008 15:53
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Be part of a close-knit team of developers creating applications from scratch. You’ll have full control over new designs – so truly making your mark with RIM!

This is a growing team entirely based in Ottawa, Ontario.

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