Career Opportunities at VoloMedia

Engineering

• Senior Server Software Engineer

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and deliver extensible and reliable server applications for downloadable media ad market.
  • Provide leadership and technical direction to server engineers.
  • Interact cross functionally to define interfaces and understand dependencies.
  • Independently design, implement and test complex features ; occasionally lead small-project teams.
  • Estimate engineering effort, plan implementation, and rollout software releases.
  • Find and help fix stability/reliability issues in a time-critical environment.

  Requirements

  • Experience designing, developing and deploying large scale J2EE Web applications.
  • 8+ years of experience in software development; experience as architect/lead engineer.
  • At least 3 years in large scale, high performance, database-driven Web applications.
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience in J2EE/Java and C/C++.
  • Experience working with SQL databases (PostgreSQL/SRSS/Oracle)
  • Experience with front end web development (HTML, Pearl, PHP, Javascript)
  • Experience in full-lifecycle product development and use of version control management (CVS, SVN, Perforce)
  • Can-do attitude; results-oriented; passionate about customer experience; demonstrates project ownership & pride of authorship.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong collaboration skills to work with people from a variety of technical backgrounds.
  • Experience in rapid development methods such as Agile/Scrum a plus; experience in startups a plus, particularly those growing from bootstrap to just-enough-process.
  • BS/MS Computer Science

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options
• Data Warehouse Engineer

  Essential Job Functions

  We are looking for a versatile engineer with a broad range of skills - someone who has developed complete solutions. This role has a lot of potential for growth.

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement pl/sql procedures to process and load large volume data under time constraints.
  • Write JAVA/PERL/Shell scripts to automate data loads.
  • Use ETL tools like Kettle /Ascential / Ab Initio to design ETL Solutions.
  • Develop reports using off-the shelf products. Pentaho experience is a plus.

  Requirements

  • PL/SQL in Oracle 8i/9i or 10g.
  • Fluent knowledge of Data Warehouse features of Oracle.
  • Knowledge of systems architecture as applied to data warehousing.
  • Expert knowledge of Oracle Query optimization and performance tuning.
  • PERL or Shell scripting experience.
  • Linux and/or Unix experience.
  • Experience dealing with large volumes of data.
  • 4-5 years experience in the Information Technology field.
  • Bachelor/Masters Degree in computer science or related field.
  • Java experience.
  • Experience in startups.

  
  

  Desired

  • Familiarity with Apache and/or IIS web server logs.
  • Experience with one or more ETL Tools like Kettle, Ascential, or Ab Initio.
  • Experience with data visualization applications like Dundas.
  • Experience with JBOSS/EJB; SQL Server Reporting Services.

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options
• System Integration Engineer

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Accelerate the system-system integration among VoloMedia's systems, customers, and CDNs.
  • Develop integration tools, processes, and enhance cross-functional issue tracking.
  • Interact with customers to define and document interfaces and understand dependencies.
  • Provide independent 2nd level post-sales customer support, as needed.
  • Diagnose and help fix stability issues in a time-critical environment.

  Requirements:

  • Fluent in high-volume web media content delivery protocols, tools, and caching.
  • Ideal candidate is meticulous, tenacious investigator who loves to dig-in and learn.
  • 3+ years of experience in software development emphasizing Perl, PHP and scripting.
  • At least 3 years in large scale, high performance, database-driven Web applications.
  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Apache and LINUX in-depth configuration. IIS a plus.
  • Experience in complex queries with SQL databases (PostgreSQL/Oracle).
  • Can-do attitude; demonstrates project ownership & pride of great customer relationships.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong collaboration skills to work with a variety of technical backgrounds.
  • Thrives in high-growth rapid development environment; experience in startups a plus, particularly those growing from bootstrap to just-enough process.

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options
• Media Software Engineer

  Essential Job Functions

  We seek an experienced Media Software Engineer to help build our next-generation products. You will play a key role responsible for development, integration, and successful delivery of video ad insertion solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience developing video applications using proprietary and open source SDKs. The candidate wil be a highly motivated person with innovative ideas, great software design/implementation skills who delights in working closely with other team members.

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and deliver extensible and reliable video ad insertion software.
  • Interact with other teams to define interfaces and understand interdependencies.
  • Drive software technical design and development. Support related functions such as requirements development, QA, and customer implementation.
  • Independently design, implement and test complex features, as well as lead small-project teams.
  • Estimate engineering effort, plan implementation, and roll out software releases.
  • Find and help fix stability issues in a time-critical environment.

  Requirements:

  • 5-7 years in design and development of software systems in Java and C/C++.
  • Strong experience in object-oriented design and implementation.
  • Experience in both Windows and Linux development environments.
  • Fast learner with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with proprietary & open source video SDKs a plus.
  • Can-do attitude; passionate about customer experience; demonstrates project ownership & pride of authorship.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in rapid development methods such as Agile/Scrum a plus; experience in startups a plus, particularly those growing from bootstrap to just-enough process.
  • BSCS, or equivalent.

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options
• Project Manager

  Volomedia, Inc. has multiple openings for the following position in Sunnyvale, CA:

  Project Manager:
  Develop, plan & manage implementation of activites for software integration projects. Manage end to end development processes that encompasses all aspects for new projects/programs and enhancements. Requires Bachelor's or equiv. plus 5 years experience. May be required to travel throughout USA with expenses paid by company.
  
  Please send resume, salary history and position applied for to:
  800 W. California Avenue, Suite 110
  Sunnyvale, CA 94086
  Attn: H.R. Manager

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options

Advertising Sales

• Sales Director - Midwest

  A strong candidate for the role of Advertising Sales Director should be passionate about new and emerging online advertising platforms; demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding about the overall online advertising business; possess an entrepreneurial spirit; be a self starter and a creative, high achieving individual with strong, results-oriented business savvy.

  The Advertising Sales Director reports to the VP of Advertising Sales and will be responsible to take the lead in building and growing relationships with key advertisers and agencies in the EAST, MIDWEST & WEST territories. This is a key-contributor sales role that initially requires the ability and willingness to evangelize and educate prospective clients about the downloadable media space in general and VoloMedia's unique attributes and differentiators. You should have strong established relationships in the online advertising industry and be comfortable in closing deals with a passion and sense of urgency.

  Responsibilities include:

  • Create and expand business opportunities with advertisers and agencies seeking advertising in downloadable audio & video content.
  • Work collaboratively with agency media buyers to develop innovative audio & video advertising opportunities.
  • Work with top online advertisers to explore new ways of advertising in the video context.
  • Develop a solid pipeline of business.
  • Supervise proper delivery of advertising campaigns in accordance with goals and objectives.
  • Managing a Quarterly Budget while carrying a personal quota.
  • Forecasting revenue opportunities and managing a detailed book of business.
  • Ability to work remotely within assigned territory.

  Requirements:

  • Established trusted partner relationships within the top interactive ad agencies
  • Established trusted partner relationships within online advertisers
  • 1-2 years experience in online video advertising sales preferred, and 3 years+ experience in interactive ad sales is required
  • Great wealth of knowledge about the online advertising industry
  • Proven negotiating skills leading to profitable relationships within the industry
  • Must be energetic, driven, a problem solver, and most importantly, a goal-oriented individual
  • Ability to think quickly and effectively manage a sales cycle from qualification, needs assessment, through close is the key
  • Familiarity with ad serving, reporting and analytics tools
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, start-up environment
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets

  Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets
  • 5 years of online advertising sales experience - will consider the right candidate with other media experience
  • Established relationships with interactive advertising agencies and knowledge of the advertising community
  • Track record of successfully meeting and exceeding quotas
  • Superior communication skills, including face-to-face presentations, phone and e-mail
  • Solid understanding of Internet advertising and business models
  • Diligent work ethic, dependable, and ethical
  • Fortitude to attack every challenge as though there are no other options but to succeed

  Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, flex spending, PTO, vacation days
  • Stock options

  Educational Requirements:

  • BA/BS

  Compensation will consist of an aggressive salary plus performance based bonuses linked to performance based targets.
  

Marketing

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Business Development

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Company Overview

VoloMedia is the leading advertising network for downloadable media, extending the reach of video and audio from online browsers to offline portable devices like iPods. The company's patented products and technologies enable dynamic advertising insertion and rotation, targeting, measurement, reporting, and campaign management. VoloMedia's products and services are utilized by some of the largest and most well known media companies, including Fox News, MSNBC, Forbes, Scientific American, Ford Models, RingTales, and MyDamnChannel to unlock the value of their downloadable media by enabling advertisers to accurately reach and measure high-value audiences. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA and is funded by Mayfield Fund, Sutter Hill Ventures, and Worldview Technology Partners.

The market for downloadable media is exploding. There were over six billion podcast downloads in 2007. Nevertheless, in the past nine months alone, the consumption of audio and video podcasts in the U.S. has doubled. VoloMedia is in the right place at the right time to help both major and emerging media companies monetize and measure the use of their digital media assets. The company has added nearly 20 new members to its team in the past year and is looking to fill a few more key positions. If you would like to be part of this exciting growth story, please contact us.