[SEC508] Assistive Technology Programmer Job Announcement

["Jonathan Avila" <jon@bartsite.com>]

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Assistive Technology Programmer

Are you looking for a job that makes you feel good at the end of the day?
An opportunity to work in a high-impact company that pursues more than just
profit?  Would you like a chance to make the world better and have an
engaging job?  

If so, then SSB + BART Group (SSB) may be right for you.  SSB provides
solutions ensure that Information Technology (IT) systems that are
accessible to people with disabilities, including individuals that are blind
or have low vision.  SSB's solution covers a variety of IT systems including
Web sites, web applications, software, and hardware based systems.  With
over 500 public and private sector customers, 1000 successfully completed
projects, and award-winning software, SSB is the leader in the accessibility
solutions.

SSB has an immediate opening available for an Assistive Technology
Programmer.  The programmer will perform a variety of consultative and
programming activities for clients in the greater DC area.   The Assistive
Technology Programmer will work directly to write and maintain JAWS scripts
and accessibility related code and deliver onsite consultative advice for
SSB's client base.  

Qualifications

The Assistive Technology Programmer will be a key player in SSB's client
services team and may grow into a variety of different rolls in SSB's
services organization.  SSB's culture requires a disciplined self-starter
with lots of energy and high integrity.  This position assumes 3 or more
years of experience in a technical consulting role.  Specific qualifications
are listed below:

*       Required Skills
        *       3+ years experience in software or web programming.
        *       Technical familiarity with Windows based software including
standard Windows API functions, and development tools such as Visual Studio
and Microsoft's Spy++, and a software language such as JAVA, Visual Basic,
C#, or C++
        *       Technical familiarity with software development lifecycle
and systems integration processes 
        *       Strong written and verbal skills
        *       Desired Skills
        *       BS or relevant degree in computer programming or management
information systems 
        *       Familiarity with relevant accessibility standards including
WCAG, Section 508 and related standards is a plus but not required
        *       Familiarity with assistive technologies including JAWS,
Window-Eyes, Dragon Dictate, MAGic and / or ZoomText
        *       Familiarity with the JAWS scripting language
        *       Knowledge of software version control systems

Responsibilities

The Assistive Technology Programmer will create and deliver accessibility
programming projects for SSB.  The Assistive Technology Programmer will
utilize SSB's standard for code creation.  This will include tasks relating
to:

. Groundwork and Testing Activities
        o Creating use cases for an IT System
        o Creating a test set for an IT System
        o Managing customer review and approval of groundwork test set
        o Creating a project plan for code implementation

. Programming
        o Creation of new code
        O Maintenance of existing code
        o Creating robust code that will run on different system
configurations

. Documentation
        o Preparation of code documentation and description of functionality
        o Preparation documentation of keystrokes and user documentation

Application Process

When applying for this job, please include a list and brief description of
prior consulting projects you have worked on, the team size involved, the
revenue derived from each project and the length of time on the project.
Resumes submitted without the proper requested information will not be
considered.  In return for your extra time, qualified candidates will
receive a fast reply and accelerated interview cycle.  The position is
available immediately.

The Assistive Technology Programmer will receive a competitive salary, stock
options, and benefits including three (3) weeks paid time off, health
insurance and a 401(k) plan. The SSB team is an enthusiastic and diverse
group headquartered in San Francisco, California with offices in McLean
Virginia.  This position is offered out the McLean Virginia offices.  

For immediate consideration, please e-mail a cover letter, including the
information requested above, and your resume to: jobs@ssbtechnologies.com.
Please include the phrase "Assistive Technology Programmer" in the subject
field.  Principals only please.

SSB Technologies is committed to workforce diversity.  Equal Opportunity
Employer.