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Java/Web Developer
We are looking for an experienced and creative Java and Web Developer for our mobile and Web social networking sites. You will develop Web components of MocoSpace using Java and integrate XHTML/UI code with JavaServer Pages based application logic. This is a full-time position based in downtown Boston minutes walk from south station. If you're interested email us at jobs@corp.mocospace.com.Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of working experience with Java and Web technologies
- Expert Java/J2EE knowledge (JSP, Servlets, JDBC, JMS, Web services)
- Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Strong sense of interface design for usability and great user experience
- Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL
- Experience with Linux a plus
- Knowledge of mobile (XHTML-MP, iPhone, Android etc) and/or social networking (OpenSocial, Facebook platform, etc) technologies a plus
- Previous startup experience preferred
Web Designer
We are looking for an experienced and creative user interface designer. You will play a key role in delivering new features for our consumer facing web and mobile social networking sites. Our st art-up environment requires an imaginative thinker with the ability to work independently on simultaneous projects and the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members. This is a f ull-time position based in downtown Boston minutes walk from south station. If you're interested email us at jobs@corp.m ocospace.com.Responsibilities
- Produce great looking and highly functional user interfaces for Web and mobile using XHTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- Integrate front-end UI code with JSP based application logic.
- Participate in full product life-cycle starting from analyzing user data and behavior, gathering requirements, creating wireframes and/or prototypes to implementation.
- Work closely with engineers, product managers and other stake holders on new features and extending existing experience.
Requirements
- 3+ years of working experience with web and/or mobile user interface design.
- Detailed knowledge of XHTML, XHTML-MP, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and cross-platform browser compliance.
- Working experience with usability testing a plus.
- Knowledge of Java/JSP, PHP,relational databases and SQL a plus.
- Knowledge of mobile and/or social networking platforms (OpenSocial, Facebook, etc) a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science,related field or equivalent work experience.
- Previous startup experience preferred.
Business Analyst
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst for our mobile and Web social networking sites. You will provide business and financial analytical support to product management, finance and the executive management team. This support will drive effective decision making through the definition and tracking of internal business metrics as well as the competitive landscape. This full- time position is based in downtown Boston near south station. If you're interested email us at jobs@corp.mocospace.comResponsibilities
The Business Analyst at Mocospace will take ownership identifying, tracking and reporting the key metrics of the business. The performance of these tasks will require the development and utiliza tion of complex financial models. Significant collaboration with financial, product management and technical personnel will be necessary. You should have excellent analytical skills in dealing w ith details as well as the ability to address issues on the strategic level. This position will define and measure key internal metrics by analyzing user behavior, revenue drivers, product rele ases. You will be responsible for assessing and updating current metrics, elicit requirements for new reports through analysis of financial targets, product roadmap and community behavior and im plement new reports using applicable tools (SQL, scripting language, Excel). This role reports to the VP of Products.
- Monitor user behavior and impact of product releases, pricing changes, advertising placements and community changes on that behavior.
- Develop financial models and templates for evaluating projects.
- Define and track key performance indicators for the business and report those KPIs to stakeholders regularly. Provide ad-hoc research and reports to stakeholders upon request.
- Accumulate information required to measure the lifetime value of users and average revenue per user, track changes and identify trends in those metrics.
- Monitor the competitive landscape and assist in the preparation of presentations on Mocospace's competitive position.
Requirements
- Excellent understanding of data modeling, regression analysis, statistical techniques and dealing with complex data sets.
- Ability to critically evaluate information gathered, reconcile conflicts and distinguish general patterns from underlying noise.
- Must have database programming skills for querying data from existing SQL databases (postgres).
- Experience with Excel and/or other tools for visualizing reports.
- Experience with scripting languages such as PHP for report generation is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a matrix organization.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and research skills.
- Experience in a high-volume web environment desired.
- Experience in a fast paced start-up environment is a plus.
- Bachelor's in Math, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering or a related field.
Director / Vice President of Ad Sales
MocoSpace is one of the fastest growing mobile communities in North America with more than 12 million members and 3 billion page views each month. Founded in 2005, MocoSpace is open to all and the best place to find friends, have fun and stay connected on your mobile phone.The Director / Vice President of Ad Sales reports directly to the CEO and is responsible for selling MocoSpace's large amount of mobile and Web ad inventory. The primary responsibility of this position is to drive revenue by selling mobile ad solutions to top-tier brand advertisers and interactive agencies. You'll also promote and manage senior-level relationships to ensure that your customers' needs and requirements are met.
This is a high-adrenaline, client-facing sales role requiring deep Internet expertise, proven sales ability with a particular penchant for closing deals, and a broad base of industry contacts. You think strategically, anticipate how decisions are made and understand the details of individual campaigns, and you will persistently explore and uncover the business needs of your key clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead MocoSpace ad sales efforts, set sales quotas, track progress, create and execute revenue strategies, account planning and business processes for key accounts.
- Promote MocoSpace throughout the industry with clients and agencies at events, conventions and seminars.
- Develop sales collateral and case studies with marketing.
- BA/BS degree required.
- Significant and progressive work experience in Internet advertising sales, marketing or consulting, with experience working with or at agencies.
- Significant experience working at or with online publisher businesses, and familiarity with online ad sales tools preferred.
- Superior business sense, problem solving, project management and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.
- Superior people influencing skills are an absolute requirement.
- Strong knowledge of audience-based, consultative selling plus in-depth knowledge of the interactive media business and its competitive landscape.