Amazon Package Delivery Driver - Earn $22.00 - $39.50/hr
Buffalo, NY job
Amazon delivery partner opportunity - Earn $22.00 - $39.50/hr
What is Amazon Flex?It's simple! Use your vehicle and smartphone to earn extra money delivering with a brand you trust. With Amazon Flex, you only deliver when you want to. Amazon Flex pays delivery partners for completing delivery blocks. When you schedule a block, you'll know when you're delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. No experience necessary. Choose the delivery blocks that fit your schedule, then get back to the things you enjoy most.
Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat.
Whether you're saving up for something special or just want some extra money for day-to-day expenses, most drivers earn $22.00 - $39.50 an hour* delivering packages. You also get to choose which weekday(s) you get paid. You can decide to get paid every day to get your money faster, or pick just one day so you can streamline your finances.
Make your earnings go further with Amazon Flex Rewards.
With Amazon Flex Rewards, you have access to perks that include cash back and exclusive savings on essential items you may need as an Amazon Flex delivery partner. From tires, fuel and auto services to slip-resistant shoes - plus tools to help navigate insurance, expenses, and taxes - there are plenty of ways to save money and time.
Deliver smiles, backed by Amazon.
Packages make great passengers. Start delivering today.
*Most drivers earn $22.00 - $39.50 an hour. Actual earnings will depend on your location, any tips you receive, how long it takes you to complete your deliveries, and other factors.
Self-employed / No-contract
Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? You must be 21 years old, have a valid U.S. driver's license, access to a mid-sized or larger vehicle, and have an iPhone or Android smartphone.
Questions?Contact Amazon Flex Driver Support at ************ (5 a.m. - 7 p.m. PT) or click “apply” below to learn more.
Food Service Manager 2
Albany, NY job
Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager to join our team at St. Margaret's Center, a pediatric and young adult skilled care facility in Albany, New York. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will oversee meal service for approximately 90 residents. Additionally, you will manage operations for a national school lunch program off-campus. This position offers a great opportunity to grow your career with Sodexo while making a meaningful impact in both healthcare and education food service programs.
Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday with occasional weekend coverage as needed.
What You'll Do:
Lead and supervise a team of hourly employees by delegating, assigning, and prioritizing daily kitchen activities
Monitor food service operations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
Manage procurement and inventory to maintain efficient supply levels
Provide hands-on support, including cooking when necessary
Oversee deliveries and logistics for the school lunch program
Motivate, coach, and mentor frontline staff to foster professional growth
Leverage Sodexo resources, recipes, and systems to drive operational excellence
What We Offer:
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:
• Proven experience in food service management
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of guiding and motivating teams
• Solid foundation in culinary practices and food preparation
• Proficiency in ordering processes, management systems, and inventory control
• Demonstrated success in leading, coaching, and developing staff members
• Knowledge of safety standards and sanitation compliance requirements
• Prior experience in healthcare or educational food service operations is highly desirable
Who We Are:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year
Auto-ApplyTechnical Support Analyst
Raleigh, NC job
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Technical Support Analyst to provide customer support for our permitting program (PTP). This full-time contractor plays a key role in assisting businesses, consultants, and other external and internal agency stakeholders with process and technical issues related to the department's permitting system.
Key Responsibilities:
The candidate will "own" the customer support process and provide responsive and professional customer support via email, virtual meetings (screen sharing), and other communication channels.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to ‘Level 1' areas such as:
Identity proofing and account activation
Password resets and login problems
Payment processing
General navigation and use of the permitting portal
Routing inquiries to appropriate program staff when necessary
Internal user permissions and system authorization
Potentially resolve ‘Level 2' and similar issues, working directly in Microsoft Dynamics CRM (backend) and Sitefinity (frontend CMS) to investigate and resolve user issues. In addition, the Analyst would provide support related to key integrations such as digital payments, dynamic templates (“Smart Flows”), and API-based services.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely resolution of customer concerns.
Assist in the creation and maintenance of customer support documentation, including How-To Guides and FAQs.
Partner with portal team to improve user experience (UX), navigation, layout, content strategy to refine and improve user/staff experience
Maintain accurate records of support interactions and resolutions.
Qualifications:
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience providing technical support or customer service in a software or web-based environment.
Familiarity with CRM systems, especially Microsoft Dynamics, is highly desirable.
Experience with web content management systems (e.g., Sitefinity, WordPress, Drupal).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning and issue resolution.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with team members.
Press Room Operator - 2nd shift
Holyoke, MA job
The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the "Best Value" supplier in the industry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description - other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.
Set up and operate a wide range of primary and secondary presses for blanking, piercing, bending, re-hole, ballize or other operations associated with the fabrication or secondary operations of side plates and attachments.
Ensure that all equipment is maintained and run to the high levels of efficiency and quality stipulated by US Tsubaki standards maintaining close tolerances and work specifications.
Able to measure all quality parameters of chain components and determine corrective action where appropriate to the processes concerned.
Retrieve raw material and transfer finished components to subsequent processes to ensure continuous operation of equipment.
Assist, train and develop operators.
Requirements:
Must have successfully completed an approved training program as to setting up and operating all equipment in section. Strong mechanical ability a must. Trade school graduate or any additional training in the trades most beneficial.
Requires sufficient knowledge of blanking / fabrication and other power presses, and tooling required, to maintain close tolerances and work specifications. Experience in setting up and maintaining other types of complex mechanical equipment is essential.
Self-motivated to take ownership of work schedule and quality.
Continuous improvement: Willing to accept change to support being a Fast - Flexible - Efficient section.
Team player will work with other team members in the section to keep the process moving and improving.
Customer focus: Work closely with other team members both inside and outside the section in order to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers.
Judgment: Make decisions in order to perform a variety of tasks having timely constraints.
Follow direction / instruction of group leader or supervisor.
Physical demands: Capable of handling heavy weight.
Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
PM21
Compensation details: 24.39-28.7 Hourly Wage
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Identity Access Management Consultant
Washington, DC job
Take2 Consulting is seeking a Ping Identity / IAM Consultant for a full time opportunity based in Reston, VA.
This position requires a DoD Top Secret/SCI level US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities:
5+ years of experience designing and deploying Identity and Access Management systems
3+ years of experience with PingFederate, PingAccess, PingDirectory, and PingAuthorize, including design, implementation, and integration in large-scale and complex environments
Experience with IAM concepts such as Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), Zero Trust, Passwordless, federation, and single sign-on (SSO)
Experience with IAM protocols, such as SAML, OAuth, or OIDC
Qualifications:
Experience with Identity governance processes and entitlement management programs
Knowledge of system, network, application, and security architectures and cybersecurity solutions
Knowledge of key cyber processes, such as incident handling, risk measurement, and change management
Knowledge of key cyber threats, including nation state actors, malware or ransomware, command and control infrastructures, and mitigations
Ability to collaborate with professional confidence and credibility to effectively engage and interact with technologists and leaders across the enterprise
Ability to quickly comprehend complex problems, draw logical conclusions, make sound decisions, develop solutions, and drive closure
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain a Security+ certification within 9 months of start date
Fundraising Research Associate
Washington, DC job
Fundraising and Development
Hybrid - Contract
Complete briefing papers for senior management by researching prospect company websites, SEC filings, news, and public and private databases. This research directly supports the organization's fundraising and development division, providing insights that strengthen prospect engagement and revenue-generation strategies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Complete research briefs by profiling companies and their relationships to the organization
Analyze research and work with analysis staff to identify initiatives of interest to member and prospect companies; compile information on prospects and renewal companies
Monitor events and legislative issues; work on research projects and briefings for the president and CEO
Track trends and emerging issues across relevant industries to inform outreach, membership, and development strategy
Prepare concise summaries and presentations to support leadership decision-making and external meetings
REQUIREMENTS
Degree and 2-5 years' related work experience involving research
Working knowledge of Internet research tools; Nexis and Hoovers preferred
Excellent writing and proofreading skills
Ability to extract relevant information from a variety of sources and reach out to employees for additional details
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and work independently
Proficiency in MS Office
Fundraising experience a plus
GROWTH OPPORTUNITY
This role is designed to grow into a fundraising and development position, offering increasing responsibility for prospect strategy, relationship management, and revenue development initiatives as experience and performance evolve.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Manager, Production
Chicopee, MA job
The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry.
The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Chicopee location's production processes to ensure all safety, quality, delivery, and cost (efficiency and continuous improvement) objectives are achieved for production. Responsible for consistently finding ways to improve organizational production processes and through building and leading a team to meet the organizational objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description - other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.
Manages all resources in a harmonious manner that promotes and cultivates an atmosphere that emphasizes teamwork, respect, accountability, and a desire to improve all Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost objectives.
Ensures all EHS standards, process and procedures are followed, work directly with EHS Site Lead as needed to improve existing program/procedures to ensure all EHS objectives are regularly exceeded.
Ensures all Quality standards, process and procedures are followed, works directly with Quality and Engineering Departments as needed to improve existing program/procedures to ensure all Quality objectives are regularly exceeded.
Ability to align production goals with broader organizational objectives.
Demonstrates the ability to respond to changing priorities and unexpected issues, by guiding the team through transitions with clarity and confidence.
Plan and establish production and manufacturing priorities
Utilizing systems to monitor all production related data regarding department loads, capacities, quantities, and delivery dates of all customer demand. Advises and monitors production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems.
Ensures on-time delivery to all internal and external customers.
Communicates monthly production requirements and Coordinates production activities with supporting departments, engineering, procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and ulitization of resources, machines and equipement.
Develop and implement strategies designed to correct operational problems and improve production throughput.
Develop long range production plan and capital improvements.
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Oversee the daily workflow of the department and collaborates with other manufacturing managers and leadership to set and assess priorities across teams.
Has the responsibility of establishing daily/weekly/monthly schedules and is responsible for ensuring timelines are achieved and communicated accordingly.
Monitors manpower and training plans to maintain area targets.
Establishes environment of Continuous Improvement to eliminate problems and reduce costs. Training, teamwork, and communication are keys.
Ensures compliance and consistency with all factory rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreement. Supports system of progressive discipline and develops consistency among supervisory ranks. Works to develop a progressive approach to union related issues.
Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
Develops, fosters and leads/mentor's teams to achieve significant results and develop future leaders/managers.
Promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous learning.
Managers will exhibit the characteristics of a leader who is determined, results-oriented, persuasive, and a strong communicator.
Fully understands personal accountability and responsibility and holds own self to that standard.
It is the expectation of the company that Managers/Supervisors will accomplish these goals by working to a high ethical standard and consistently complying with all company policies, work rules, Union Contractual agreements, and applicable laws with little to no direct supervision.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in production or manufacturing management, preferability in a high volume, fast paced environment.
Proven track record of leading cross functional teams to meet production targets, improve efficiency and maintain quality standards.
Experience in developing and implementing production schedules, managing workflow and optimizing resource allocation.
Demonstrates ability to analyze production metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma or other methods.
Familiarity with compliance standards including OSHA and Quality Management systems (IATF, ISO).
Automotive Tier 1 experiences highly desired.
History of mentoring and developing team members, fostering a culture of safety, accountability and performance.
Experience working in a union plant required.
Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: *************************
U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 11 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance.
The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.
Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
PM21
Compensation details: 110000-135000 Yearly Salary
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General Manager & Principal Engineer
Amherst, NY job
Reports to Executive Management
Full-time Salaried Management
Buffalo, NY
RCM Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies, provides process development, engineering, and supply of technologies and equipment for distillation, evaporation, molecular sieve adsorption, scrubbers, and a wide range of separations technologies. Thermal Kinetics supports multiple industries including renewable energy and chemicals extending through detailed design through commissioning, and startup of process plants, delivering both modular shop-built and field-installed systems. RCM contracts with suppliers and outsources its equipment fabrications to capable shops in various geographies.
RCM is seeking to hire an experienced General Manager and Principal Engineer to lead its team in Amherst, NY. RCM Technologies acquired the Thermal Kinetics Engineering company in 2018 to expand its process and industrial engineering capabilities, particularly through technology, patents, and intellectual property. This position requires managing the existing OEM-driven business and transforming a mostly chemical process focused group into a full-service engineering firm. Current core capabilities stem from a portfolio of patents commercialized in the fuel ethanol and renewable energy industries. Core capabilities encompass most of the common separations unit operations as listed previously plus work in crystallization and a few chemical reaction systems.
Position Summary
The General Manager is responsible for the overall strategic direction, operational management, and financial performance of Thermal Kinetics business unit. This includes overseeing project delivery, managing client relationships, driving business development, and supervising engineering staff. The manager ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while also fostering a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Business Transformation & Growth
Develop and execute transformation strategy: Create and implement a comprehensive plan to transition the firm from a primary focus on process engineering to offering a full range of engineering services, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil/structural, and project management capabilities.
Identify and develop new service lines:
Identify new service opportunities within existing core business and clients.
Promote engineering services for local and regional industrial and chemical sectors.
Operational & Financial Leadership Team Leadership & People Development
Strategic hiring and upskilling: Identify staffing and skill gaps necessary for the transition and develop a strategy to address them. This will involve coordinating with other engineering offices and recruiting experienced engineers from various disciplines and creating professional development programs to cross-train existing staff and build the firm's new capabilities.
Create and implement change management: Communicate the strategic vision and manage the organizational changes required for the transformation. Build a culture that embraces new challenges and fosters collaboration across different engineering disciplines.
Manage operational change: Establish the new internal processes, workflows, and procedures required for a full-service firm, such as integrating multi-disciplinary teams on projects and managing a broader scope of services.Business Development & Client Relations
Represent the firm's new capabilities: Act as the external face of RCM Thermal Kinetics. Represent its expanded capabilities to clients, industry groups, and at conferences to generate interest and new business.
Manage strategic partnerships: Identify and secure partnerships with other firms or contractors to augment capabilities during the transition phase, ensuring the firm can deliver on its new "full-service" promises.
Marketing and Sales: With sales staff direct identification of new market opportunities, grow the client base, and expand the firm's service offerings.
Trade Events and Outreach: With key engineering staff and sales team represent the firm in professional organizations, with clients, and at industry events to build and maintain positive relationships.
Strategic Planning: Develop and execute short-term and long-term strategic business plans to achieve company goals for growth, revenue, and profitability.
Budget and Financial Management: In coordination with the CFO and his team prepare and oversee departmental budgets, manage financial forecasting, and review profit and loss reports.
Project Contracting: Supervise and assist as needed Projects Managers and the Proposal Manager to manage contracts, prepare proposals and bids, and negotiate agreements with clients and partners.
Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members to foster growth and improve performance.
Conduct performance reviews, set clear goals, manage resource allocation to maximize team efficiency, and promote professional development and cross-training to build a versatile engineering team.
Recruit, mentor, and cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork, high morale, and technical excellence.
Technical & Quality Oversight
Maintain a deep understanding of the firm's technical services and industry trends to guide strategic decisions and drive innovation.
Direct and review engineering designs and changes, ensuring technical accuracy and soundness of methods used by staff.
Oversee quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes for all project deliverables, ensuring the team's work complies with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety codes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related). Master's degree in engineering management or an MBA is preferred.
Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in an engineering field, including 5-7 years in managerial or leadership roles with P&L responsibility.
Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is required, in addition to proven experience in managing engineering operations, project delivery, and resource allocation.
Demonstrated success in business unit leadership, client development, and organizational transformation.
Expert-level technical knowledge relevant to the firm's specific engineering services.
Proficiency with industry-standard software, such as computer-aided design (CAD) programs, project management software (e.g., MS Project).
Strong analytical skills for evaluating technical information and complex problems.
Skills and Competencies
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to motivate, develop, and direct technical teams.
Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey complex information to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
Problem-Solving: Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills to address project-related issues.
Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to build effective relationships with clients, team members, and senior management.
Organizational: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and schedules simultaneously.
Client Development: Track record of building and expanding client relationships in industrial and chemical markets.
RCM Technologies, Inc.
RCM Technologies, Inc. (RCMT) is a premier single-source provider of engineering, business and technology solutions. Since 1971, RCMT's core strengths and expertise are a result of decades of delivering operational and engineering excellence across multiple industries such as Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Process & Industrial, Life Sciences, Data and Solutions.
RCM Engineering Services division is a comprehensive Engineering/Architectural design and construction management firm providing clients with total solutions for their project needs. RCM provides the highest quality services in all engineering disciplines to utility, commercial, and industrial customers.
At RCM, we believe the key to success is working with our clients to define the correct technical staff and resources necessary to assure each project phase can be executed within the client's guidelines. This requires technical personnel with a depth of experience in all phases of project execution.
Over 510+ Engineers and Technical Designers on our staff ready to support our clients with their routine and complex engineering needs.
Experienced, multi-discipline project teams offer the full range of comprehensive services necessary to successfully execute all aspects of power delivery, generation, commercial and industrial projects.
Proven project management skills and tools are applied to all tasks to achieve budget and schedule commitments.
Highly responsive, flexible, and cost-effective total solutions consistently delivering results that exceed our customers' expectations.
Competitive Salary offered, along with benefits such as 401k, Stock Purchase Plan, Health, Dental and more. Salary and Title are commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Technical Documentation Specialist
Greensboro, NC job
Are you an experienced Technical Documentation Specialist with a desire to excel? If so, then Talent Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Documentation Specialist to work at their company in Greensboro, NC.
Position Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Technical Documentation Specialist. This role involves managing and organising documentation within our engineering and process technologies division. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a willingness to embrace change, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.
Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Organising an archiving system
Labelling, sorting, and categorising documents for ease of use
Retrieving documents upon request
Outlining a long-term storage strategy
Adhering to regulatory requirements
Working with colleagues to ensure consistency of documentation practice across the company
Assisting with both internal and external audits
Ensuring documentation integrity
Controlling access to documents
Removing documents that are obsolete
Utilising storage software and applications for electronic filing
Performing transcription and conversion work
Proofreading documents upon request
Qualifications:
Execute with Excellence: Experience in Initiative Leadership, Project Management, Marketing Specialist, or Work Process Ownership. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with attention to detail.
Lead with Courage: Demonstrated leadership skills to set direction, hold others accountable, and manage expectations across business functions.
Embraces Change: Open and adaptable to change, accepting new ideas and work processes.
Excellent Communication/Collaboration: Strong skills in leading meetings, listening to feedback, and collaborating with internal and external partners.
Strong Problem-solving: Ability to quickly identify and resolve issues, assess risks, and determine next steps.
Champion Productivity: Proficiency in analyzing data for reporting, gap analysis, loss analysis, and work process improvement. Mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Office 365 Tools.
Skills Needed
Leadership
Embraces Change/Agile
Collaborative
Develops Others
Operates with Discipline
Business Mastery
Technical Mastery
Accurate Documentation Skills
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Compliance
GDP (Good Documentation Practices)
QMS (Quality Management Systems)
FDA 21 CFR Part 210, 211, 820 Regulations
Batch Record Review & Approval
CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
Investigation & Deviation Management
Change Control Management
Quality Systems Auditing (Internal/External)
Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) Preparedness
Aseptic Processing & Sterile Drug Products
Document Control & SOP Review
Training Program Development & Delivery
On-the-Job Training (OJT) & Curriculum Development
Regulatory Compliance & Inspection Readiness
Data Integrity & LIMS
Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
Customer Complaint Investigation
Project Management & Continuous Improvement
TrackWise, Veeva Vault, Documentum, QUMAS
MS Visio, MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Smartsheet
Preferred:
Previous experience in Enovia and Veeva systems is highly desired
Information Technology Trainer - Elite Mid-Sized Firm
New York, NY job
Our client, an elite mid-sized law firm in New York City, is seeking an IT Trainer to join their growing Technology team.
Will lead firmwide efforts to develop, deliver, and elevate technology training for attorneys and staff at every level. You will work closely with legal and administrative teams to identify training opportunities, support major software rollouts, demonstrate new tools, and occasionally assist user support when needed.
Varied responsibilities, including delivering new hire and ongoing training both in person and virtually, creating and updating engaging learning materials, and managing the firm's system.
The ideal candidate brings technical and software training experience-preferably within a professional services or law firm environment.
Exceptional compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to join one of NYC's leading firms.
Please apply to Bridgeline Solutions today!
Web Optimization Manager
New York, NY job
Duration: 8-month Contract
Pay Rate: $59-63/hour on W2
We are seeking a highly analytical, insights-driven Web Optimization Manager to manage the ongoing enhancements of our website experience.
In this role, you will uncover friction points across the digital journey, develop data-backed hypotheses, and create A/B testing strategies to improve engagement and conversion.
You'll work closely with our data analyst to translate complex user behavior data into actionable insights and implement site enhancements that measurably improve business outcomes.
Your work will directly impact how care seekers experience our website-ensuring every interaction helps moves them closer to what they need.
Job Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Director, Digital Experience Strategy, you will:
Identify friction points in the user journey through behavioral data analysis and deliver strategic, high-impact recommendations that enhance usability, engagement, and conversion.
Apply a critical lens to data by questioning assumptions, investigating underlying user behaviors, and continuously refining hypotheses to uncover deeper user insights and inform optimization priorities.
Develop and prioritize testable hypotheses grounded in both quantitative and qualitative insights to drive iterative improvements in site performance and user flow.
Own the development and execution of a robust testing roadmap, including A/B and multivariate tests, collaborating with Product, UX, and Marketing Operations to implement.
Leverage Heap and Power BI to monitor user behavior and site performance, delivering data-driven insights that inform optimization strategies and align with core KPIs.
Partner closely with data analysts to validate findings and ensure optimization decisions are backed by statistically significant results and business impact.
Synthesize complex data into compelling narratives that clearly communicate optimization outcomes to cross-functional stakeholders.
Collaborate with UX and content strategy teams to recommend and implement changes that improve clarity, usability, and the overall site experience across key journeys.
Maintain and continually refine a backlog of optimization opportunities informed by user behavior, research, industry benchmarks, and business objectives.
Align stakeholders around testing priorities and site experience goals, facilitating shared understanding of trade-offs, dependencies, and expected outcomes.
Required Skills & Experience:
Four (4) - seven (7) years of experience in website optimization, digital experience, CRO (conversion rate optimization), or a similar role.
Deep experience working with web analytics platforms (e.g., Heap, Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics).
Proficient in A/B and multivariate testing tools such as Dynamic Yield, Optimizely, Google Optimize, Adobe Target, or similar.
Strong hypothesis-driven mindset, with a proven ability to design, run, and analyze digital experiments.
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to work independently on web data and partner with data teams for deeper analysis.
Comfortable working with cross-functional teams including UX, content, product, and engineering to bring ideas to life.
Strong communication skills and the ability to present insights in a clear, actionable, and persuasive way.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Analytics, Business, or a related field.
Sr. Java Backend Developer - only locals to Boston, MA
Boston, MA job
No Corp - to - Corp
No third party vendors
ONLY LOCALS to BOSTON, MA!
Senior Backend Developer - 4 days/week onsite
Boston, MA
Ongoing contract
Interview Process:
Round 1: Zoom (virtual)
Round 2: On-site (in person)
Work Model:
Hybrid - 4 days per week onsite
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join a high-impact AI / LLM work stream. This role is designed for a strong individual contributor who thrives in complex backend environments and enjoys building scalable, high-performance systems.
You will play a key role in architecting and optimizing event-driven microservices while integrating AI, chatbots, and Large Language Models (LLMs) into production-grade backend platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Architect and build modular, event-driven microservices using Java and Node.js
Design and operate scalable systems on AWS, leveraging services such as SNS, SQS, Lambda, ECS, and Batch
Drive performance optimization, profiling, fine-tuning, and production quality gates
Integrate AI capabilities, including chatbots and LLMs, into backend services
Ensure system reliability, scalability, and maintainability in production environments
Collaborate closely with engineering, platform, and product teams in a fast-paced setting
Required Qualifications
8+ years of backend development experience with Java and Node.js
Strong system design expertise in distributed and microservices architectures
Hands-on experience designing and deploying systems on AWS
Deep understanding of event-driven architectures
Proven experience improving performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate as a senior individual contributor
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with AI, chatbots, LLMs, or model integrations
Exposure to building intelligent, data-driven backend services at scale
Why Join
Work on cutting-edge AI and LLM initiatives
Own critical backend architecture and performance decisions
Collaborate with senior-level engineers in a modern, cloud-native environment
High visibility role with real production impact
Data Management Analyst
Charlotte, NC job
Need strong Data Management resources that have hands-on data provisioning and ability to distribute the data.
Moderate to Advanced SQL skills (writing complex queries is a plus)
Commercial Lending (iHub, WICS, WICDR systems)/Commercial Banking Background
Metadata/Data Governance
Regulatory Reporting
Data Management Framework
SQL
Data Quality
Fixed Income Project Manager *W2 Only*
Charlotte, NC job
Job Title: Fixed Income Project Manager
Duration: 12-18 months
Required Pay Scale: 75-80
Expert experience around Capital Markets front / back office trading applications
Experience with swaps / equities
5+ years of experience working for Capital Markets / Hedgefund clients.
Transition from waterfall to Agile
In a Scaled Agile model, facilitate scaled planning for the team (for example, Pre-Planning/ Preparation and PI Planning Events) and represent the team in Scrum of Scrums/ART Syncs.
Ensure the team has a healthy product and Sprint backlog (in collaboration with the Product Owner).
Facilitate dependency management/risk management/impediment removal for the team.
Promote/facilitate communication and collaboration within the Agile team to support value delivery and Sprint commitments.
Provide visibility into the Agile team's delivery plans and progress against plan to stakeholders.
Measure team delivery, maturity, and performance and review the metrics with the team to identify improvement opportunities.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at:
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Cyber Security Analyst
New York, NY job
Job Title: Cyber Security Risk Analyst.
Job Type: Contract.
IS NOT OPEN TO AGENCIES.
The Cyber Security Risk Analyst supports enterprise governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives by strengthening cyber risk management practices, enhancing third-party risk oversight, and contributing to cybersecurity governance across a complex organizational environment. This role works closely with cybersecurity leadership, internal stakeholders, and partner teams to mature risk assessment processes and ensure consistent, well-documented risk management activities.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and enhance cybersecurity risk management processes and supporting frameworks
Support enterprise cyber risk governance, including risk identification, evaluation, and remediation tracking
Perform cybersecurity risk assessments in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders
Evaluate and manage third-party and vendor cybersecurity risk throughout the vendor lifecycle
Contribute to the development and maintenance of a third-party risk register
Review and analyze cybersecurity risk cases, exceptions, and justifications
Document risks, mitigations, and remediation actions within a centralized risk register
Assist in developing risk assessment procedures, methodologies, and testing approaches aligned with industry frameworks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to gather risk intelligence
Support remediation efforts by helping initiate corrective actions where vulnerabilities or weaknesses are identified
Participate in special cybersecurity initiatives and projects as assigned
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
Cybersecurity risk management
Cybersecurity risk assessment
Third-party or vendor risk management within a cybersecurity function
Strong understanding of GRC concepts and the cyber risk lifecycle
Experience working in large, complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
Familiarity with one or more cybersecurity frameworks or standards, including:
NIST
ISO/IEC 27001 / 27002
CIS
SANS
PCI
Relevant certifications are a plus, including but not limited to:
CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA
CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Network+
GIAC certifications
Knowledge of cybersecurity laws, regulations, and data privacy principles
Ability to work independently in a self-directed and organized manner
About Buchanan Technologies
Since Buchanan's inception over 30 years ago, we have operated on 5 core values - People Matter, Customers Matter, Principles Matter, Community Matters, and Every Interaction Matters. These values are represented across each facet of the company, from employee relations to client service delivery to corporate social responsibility initiatives and beyond.
Why Work at Buchanan?
At Buchanan Technologies, we offer a great employment experience with a fun but professional work environment, competitive salary, and various employee career advancement programs that add value to your skills and daily life. If you are excited about being part of an energetic team where your contributions are appreciated and hard work is recognized, Buchanan is the place for you.
Things We Are Passionate About
We are passionate about providing top-tier technology services to our customers and clients and fostering a culture of continuous learning for our employees. We are a people- centric company, focused on growth and diversity for our workforce. Come join us and let's build something amazing together.
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Buchanan Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Buchanan Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Project Manager
Morrisville, NC job
Job Title: Technical Project Manager / Business Analyst - Life Sciences (Patient Engagement Focus)
About Incedo
Incedo is a digital transformation firm specializing in unlocking the potential of technology to drive client growth. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Program Manager/Business Analyst with deep domain expertise in Life Sciences, specifically within Patient Support and Patient Connection/Engagement programs, to lead mission-critical digital initiatives.
Role Summary
The Technical Project Manager/Business Analyst will act as the crucial link between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams. This role requires defining, prioritizing, and managing requirements for digital platforms focused on enhancing patient support, adherence, and communication programs (often referred to as 'Patient Connect' or 'Patient Services'). The successful candidate will drive technical delivery, manage program timelines, and ensure solutions meet strict regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Business Analysis & Requirements Management
Lead discovery sessions with pharmaceutical and medical device clients to elicit, document, and prioritize functional and non-functional requirements for patient support/adherence programs.
Develop detailed Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), functional specifications, use cases, user stories, and acceptance criteria (Gherkin format, where applicable) for digital patient solutions.
Define the product backlog and roadmap for patient-facing applications (web, mobile) and underlying data/integration platforms, ensuring alignment with commercial and clinical objectives.
Technical Project Management & Delivery
Manage the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing) for technical projects involving Patient Relationship Management (PRM), patient portals, EMR/EHR integration, and consent management systems.
Lead cross-functional technical teams (Development, QA, DevOps) using Agile/Scrum methodologies, facilitating ceremonies, and removing roadblocks to maintain velocity.
Oversee technical solution design to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and compliant, particularly concerning data flow between patient enrollment, case management, and financial assistance programs.
Life Sciences Domain & Compliance
Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Life Sciences domain, focusing on patient support services, including adherence, copay, reimbursement, and nursing support.
Ensure all requirements and implemented solutions adhere to stringent regulatory guidelines, including HIPAA, GDPR, FDA GxP standards, and 21 CFR Part 11.
Conduct risk analysis related to patient data privacy, security, and system validation requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
[8+] years of experience performing Business Analysis or Program Management in the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare domain.
Mandatory expertise in Patient Support, Patient Connect, or Patient Engagement programs, including understanding enrollment, benefit verification, adherence, and nurse support services workflows.
Proven ability to define requirements for CRM/PRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce Health Cloud, Veeva), patient portals, or digital health applications.
Strong technical background with experience managing projects involving API integration, cloud architecture (AWS/Azure), and data warehousing principles.
Expert proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and using tools like Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP) or Project Management (PMP, CSM).
Experience with data privacy frameworks beyond HIPAA (e.g., CCPA, GDPR).
Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) or regulatory affairs platforms.
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Raleigh, NC job
Prometheus Group is a team of self-starters centered on being resourceful, accountable, and results-focused. Career progress is based on merit and not years of service or attaining certifications. Our drive and dedication to creating great products for our global customers are at the heart of all we do! In joining Prometheus, you will become a part of the largest global provider of comprehensive enterprise asset management (EAM) software solutions that support the management life cycle for equipment maintenance and operations.
Job Summary
The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for maintaining essential business resources and infrastructure, both on-site and in major cloud environments, to ensure smooth daily operations. They also create solutions that support the company's growth and adoption of new technologies, while safeguarding company assets.
Responsibilities
Implement, maintain, and monitor robust security measures across the organization's IT infrastructure, including network systems, servers, and user access.
Protect corporate systems and sensitive data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
Install, configure, and maintain IT infrastructure. This includes, but not limited to, Physical Servers, Virtual Servers (VMWare), Network routing, Firewalls, and VPN.
Manage multiple Cloud compute, storage, and DB environments (Primarily AWS).
Maintain storage appliances (SAN / NAS).
Enhance operational efficiencies and optimize cost management within the company's IT infrastructure.
Evaluate and implement cost-effective solutions, streamlining processes, and ensuring the efficient use of resources across network systems, servers, and other IT assets.
Deploy and maintain enterprise level software solutions and platforms.
Monitor LAN/WAN networks and resolve any network issues promptly.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems, ensuring network performance and reliability, and implementing solutions to prevent future issues.
Manage system and data backups in accordance with company policies.
Implementing, maintaining, and regularly testing backup solutions to ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards.
Skills and Experience
Required bachelor's degree
Experience working with a variety of server/workstation hardware.
Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration including Active Directory, DFS, GPO, etc.
Strong Experience with networking technologies including DNS and DHCP.
Experience with VMware
Experience with Amazon Web Services required
Experience with Single Sign On technologies (SAML, OIDC, Keycloak, LDAP).
Advanced Desktop support and remediation concepts.
Experience with client VPN technologies (AWS VPN).
Experience with Imaging technologies such as Intune Autopilot or WDS/MDT.
Experience with Compliance Frameworks or Information Security.
Experience managing an MDM solution/mobile device administration (Android/iOS).
Experience with Centos, RedHat and/or Suse Linux a plus.
Basic SAP administration a plus
Experience with any ERP solution administration a plus
Self-motivated, result oriented, and resourceful with the proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and operate successfully under deadlines and time pressures.
Demonstrated capability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on tasks
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity
Ability to learn new processes and procedures as well as adapt quickly to a constantly evolving environment
Be available after hours/weekends as part of an on-call rotation or as needed for special projects
Able to lift/move equipment up to 50lbs
Benefits Overview:
We offer an attractive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our teammates:
Employee base HSA plan, dental, life and short-term disability coverage 100% paid for by Prometheus Group
HSA & FSA plan options
Retirement Savings with Generous Company Match & Immediate Vesting
Gym membership to O2 Fitness
Casual dress attire
Half-Day Fridays
Generous Paid Time Off
Company Outings, Trips & Activities
Prometheus Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Business Data Analyst
New York, NY job
Iris's client, Financial Domain, is currently searching for a strong Business Data Analyst for a contractual opportunity.
Job title: Business Analyst / Data Analyst
Duration: 3 Months Contract to hire.
Skills: Business Analyst, Data analysis, SQL, etc
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Key Skills:
Data Analysis using SQL
Understanding of capital market or ETF products
Experience with reference data or index data or market data
Complex SQL queries
Job Description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Market Data Analysis: review security and market data to identify and resolve data exceptions and recommend improvements to enhance overall market data quality.
Monitor File Ingestion: Oversee daily ingestion of investment data into portfolio systems and internal databases, ensuring proper loading and troubleshooting issues related to delayed or missing files.
Ensure Data Integrity: Supervise the internal movement of data across VanEck's infrastructure to ensure accurate and timely generation of reports, addressing any discrepancies in the data outputs.
Resolve Data Issues: Investigate and research issues raised through the ticketing system, determine root causes, and collaborate with IT Data Developers to resolve technical problems.
Document Processes: Create and maintain documentation of daily, monthly, and quarterly operational processes and take ownership of tasks and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
Improve Operational Process: Analyze current business processes to identify and implement solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability, creating streamlined workflows.
Business Analysis: Document data requirements for enhancements and collaborate with IT Data Developers and communicate with business teams across the organization to meet business objectives.
Education:
Bachelor's degree is required with focus on Computer Science, information Science, or equivalent.
3 to 5 years of industry experience working within the technology and data operations of a financial firm.
Knowledge related to financial operation workflows and best practices.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must exemplify the following qualifications.
Excellent Data Management Skills: Strong knowledge of various data sets, including security master data, pricing data, corporate actions, index levels, holdings, transactions, index constituents, performance data, and security analytics.
Exceptional Analytical Skills: Proficient in SQL to conduct data-driven analysis, review and summarize data, and identify data quality issues to ensure accurate reporting and decision-making.
Proficient Business Analysis: Skilled in gathering business requirements and creating detailed documentation for developers, ensuring the effective translation of business needs into technical specifications.
Understanding of Data Operations: Ability to assess current processes and make recommendations for improvements to streamline workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure high-quality data management.
Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical individuals.
Proactive Problem-Solving Ability: Demonstrated ability to take initiative in solving complex problems, driving outcomes in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision.
Technical Skills:
SQL Proficiency is essential for conducting data-driven analysis.
SQL Programming is required for investigation and root-cause analysis.
Microsoft PowerBI experience or equivalent data visualization platforms is preferred.
Director, Software Imagineering Engineer - Executive Demos
Boston, MA job
Software Imagineering Engineer - Executive Demos
We are seeking a visionary Software Imagineering Engineer to join Anaplan's innovation team, where you'll craft compelling "art of the possible" and "co-engineeer" software demonstrations that showcase the future potential of our platform. In this unique role, you'll combine technical expertise with creative storytelling to develop highly polished, executive-ready demos that illustrate breakthrough use cases, emerging technologies, and innovative applications of Anaplan's capabilities.
This is an Individual Contributor role, but you will be the Director and owner of this process.
You'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and business imagination, translating complex technical concepts into visually stunning, intuitive demonstrations that inspire and inform C-suite audiences about what's possible with connected planning.
As our Software Imagineering Engineer, you'll collaborate closely with product leadership, engineering teams, and executive stakeholders to identify transformative demo opportunities and bring them to life through rapid prototyping, advanced UI/UX design, and seamless integration work.
Your demonstrations will serve as powerful tools for executive presentations, board meetings, customer showcases, and strategic planning sessions, requiring you to balance technical innovation with practical business relevance.
The ideal candidate brings:
5-10+ years of full-stack development experience
Proven skill in prototyping and interactive demo creation
Deep expertise in advanced UI/UX design and user storytelling
Strong background in seamless integration across systems and tools
Exceptional experience in AI technologies
Exceptional design sensibilities
Expertise in modern web technologies and data visualization
The ability to work autonomously while delivering pixel-perfect results under tight deadlines
An "innovation mindset" and experience creating prototypes, building demos from scratch, and imagining possibilities
This role offers the opportunity to shape Anaplan's future narrative and directly influence how executives and customers envision the evolution of integrated business planning technology.
AWS Solutions Architect
Boston, MA job
NO Corp to Corp
No third party vendors
Only local
In-person interview is mandatory
Solutions Architect - AWS, AI/ML, GenAI
Schedule: Mon-Thu in-office
Type: Long-term Contract
Interviews: 2 Zoom + 1 Onsite
Local candidates only | 10-15 years experience required
Solutions Architect to lead AWS architecture, AI/ML integrations, and enterprise modernization initiatives. This role drives technical strategy, designs scalable cloud-native systems, and partners across engineering, data, and product teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Define and lead AWS architecture strategy for enterprise projects.
Architect scalable, secure cloud-native solutions (Lambda, EC2/ECS/EKS, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, API Gateway, VPC, CloudFront).
Implement AI/ML and Generative AI solutions using SageMaker and modern ML frameworks.
Design data pipelines, lakes, and analytics platforms using Glue, Redshift, Kinesis, Athena.
Oversee GitHub repo structure and build CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.
Guide application design for Java, Spring Boot, Angular integrations with AWS.
Participate in Architectural Review Board and mentor engineers across teams.
Optimize cost, performance, reliability, and security following AWS best practices.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
15+ years in technology architecture, 7+ years designing AWS solutions.
Strong background in cloud modernization, AI/ML, and data engineering.
Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Terraform/CloudFormation, CI/CD, and AWS security.
Preferred: AWS Solutions Architect Professional, AWS ML Specialty.
Insurance industry experience (P&C) is a plus.