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XTreme Labs Inc. – Mobile Game/Application Developer

Toronto, ON

xtremelabs XTreme Labs is a Toronto/San Francisco-based agile development shop focused on working with early stage Internet and mobile companies. We are backed by a leading group of technology and finance executives, including Extreme Venture Partners.

You are a mobile developer with big aspirations to work on the next generation of games/applications for mobile devices (some devices that are out, and some not yet released). You will launch games/applications on various mobile devices that will be live in the various application stores.

Thrive in a start-up environment and join a leading team in the creation of world-class applications. You’ll be responsible for:

Developing new BlackBerry/iPhone/Android games/applications
Releasing new versions of games/applications as new devices and OS’s are released to the marketplace
Enhancing application performance, usability, memory use and application size

Required Skills and Experience

Must have 1-3 years experience in development on at least one of mobile, internet or desktop platforms
Proficiency in at least one of Java, C++, Ruby
Experience with UI design/graphics development is highly advantageous
Must have real world experience with object oriented design and a clear understanding of object oriented design patterns
Flash, ActionScript and Rails knowledge advantageous
Ability to work independently, take initiative and contribute new ideas required in a diverse, fast-paced, team environment.
Experience or interest in Agile software development practices and principles (e.g. TDD, Pair Programming, Refactoring, Continuous Integration…) a plus
Organization and analytic skills, with exceptional problem solving ability
A degree in a computer-related field

Benefits

Free breakfast every morning and lunch on Friday’s
Downtown Toronto’s best rooftop patio
Access to a Playstation 3 and Microsoft Surface in our games room
Free access to onsite gym
Full benefits

Apply

Resume to [email protected]

StickerYou – Web Design Director

by davidcrow

Toronto, ON

Company Background

StickerYou is an exciting upcoming web platform for consumers to create and order custom-made high quality stickers. It is a new innovative internet company that will inspire and impact millions of consumers with a launch in Fall 2009. It will be one of the most stimulating places on the Internet for users who want to express their unique lifestyle through the art of a sticker. We are a strategic, creative, and passionate group dedicated to creating the best platform in the world for online sticker creation and engagement.

Job Purpose

The Web Design Director will lead the design and execution for the website’s user interface, online marketing, community, and videos. The design will be intended to inspire users on the website to create and order stickers, as well as contribute to StickerYou’s community of art and sticker life. This person will be an integral member of the website’s brand and development team. They will strategically and creatively execute design that enhances the user experience, creates fans of, and strengthens the brand of StickerYou. This individual will work with the Development, Brand, and Art team to ensure the style fits with the marketing, experiential, art bank, and technical objectives of the website. They will be an integral part of the team that expands the website wireframes, inspires creation, and optimizes artistic solutions for the site’s user experience.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the President you will develop and/or compliment wireframes, design concepts, and implement the execution of both static graphic (CSS, HTML) and interactive elements (Flash/Flex) for the StickerYou website.
Following guidelines, provide a vision and high concept direction for web designs including developing drawings, concept images, mood boards and interactive elements
Design, outsource to third parties, and manage the implementation of website creative elements such as illustrations, 2D and 3D elements, audio, video, and photos.
Conceptualize, execute, and implement the design of on-line community, e-mail marketing, flash videos for the website
Research, analyze and identify website trends in the social, e-commerce, and customization markets

Professional Qualifications

5+ years of experience in the industry of Web and Graphic Design – consumer based web experiences a plus
Superb ability and talent both as a graphic and flash designer
Experience working with top-tier brands – interactive advertising agency experience a plus
Understanding of website business requirements as it relates to branding design, interactivity, and user experience
Great taste, inspiring creative, and excellent knowledge of contemporary visual and interactive visual culture
Art direct and manage photo files, produce promotional and instructional videos
Conceptual development and understanding of what motivates consumer centric social expression
Excellent ability to work in teams, budget resource time, and maintain high quality of work under pressure and deadlines
Passionate about stickers
Easy-going attitude, ability to take directions well, as well as strong vision

Technical Qualifications

Superb knowledge of Adobe CS4 Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Flash 10
Superb knowledge of CSS, HTML, XHTML, W3C and best practices
Experience in web design optimization
Time management and multi-tasking
Knowledge of InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash After Effects, and Final Cut a great plus

Application

Cover letter (including what motivates you and why you’re the best candidate)
Resume
15 images of web design work including 3 interactive elements designed using flash that best represent your abilities as an interactive graphic designer.

Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a first-come first-serve basis.

Contact Information

[email protected], put “Web Design Director” in the subject headline

Netdexterity – UX Designer/Information Architect

by davidcrow

Toronto, ON

This position is for an experienced user experience designer and information architecture specialist. As part of our consulting organization, this role is responsible for working with customers to build cutting edge prototypes and user experience designs to meet their requirements. Our focus is on Microsoft technologies, so familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Dynamics CRM are a definite recommendation.

Must have skills:

Ability to define web site goals, user goals and personas
Ability to capture requirements through a number of means including:
- Stakeholder interviews
- Group sessions
- Benchmarking
Ability to write design briefs that capture the goals as well as the brand of the client
Ability to create an information architecture in the form of site maps, taxonomies and wire-frames
High fidelity wire-framing and interface prototyping for the purposes of client validation and usability testing (paper, Visio, Balsamiq, or use what works best for you)
Ability to conduct usability tests using different techniques ranging from paper prototypes to functional prototypes to finished websites
Ability to create of design mock-ups
Experience working with developers to build the final product. This includes
- Slicing images
- Writing HTML
- Helping to implement Ajax/DHTML functionality
- Basically everything required to build the final product

The candidate also would ideally…

Have experience working on-site with customers
Be confident presenting to customers/participating in meetings
Be familiar with business analysis/business process analysis as it relates to UI/IA/UX
Have public sector experience (many of our customers are in the public sector)
Have experience with Microsoft SharePoint (website content management, intranets, business applications)
Have experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Our company:

Small, dynamic, successful
Multiple Gold certified Microsoft partner
Focused on business process and information management
Core strengths in MS Dynamics CRM, SharePoint, .NET and related technologies
Based in Toronto, ON, Canada
Current focus areas: public sector and healthcare
Builds and evolves repeatable solution frameworks to accelerate solution deployment and increase customer value
Performs only project-based consulting engagements.

Permanent or contract. Based in Toronto. We cannot sponsor candidates for immigration into Canada.

Send resumes (ideally with examples of recent work) to [email protected]. Put “UX/IA Job” in the subject line.

August 2009

Logitech – User Experience Designer – 3 mo. contract

by davidcrow

Toronto, ON

This is a contract position that can lead to permanent Please email cover letter and resume to Harvey dot Kreiswirth at logitech dot com

The Position

The Interactive Services Team of Logitech’s “Harmony” remote control division has an exciting 3 month contract (with a possibility of becoming permanent) available for an experienced User Interface Designer!

Enjoy the fun and excitement of Harmony’s startup atmosphere while benefiting from the resources and experience of Logitech’s Fortune 500 status. You will be a key player on a team that is transforming the industry with world-class design and award-winning innovation. In less than two years, Logitech’s Harmony universal remote controls have become the best-selling remotes in North America. Our fresh approach to home-entertainment control has taken the industry by storm. To continue with this exceptional growth, we need an exceptional User Experience Designer to join our team!

User Experience Designer

We are seeking a User Experience Designer capable of designing software and websites using various technologies. The role encompasses understanding business and technical objectives, creating/modifying information architecture, developing interaction models, defining user interfaces, and possibly helping with the visual design.

We’re looking for someone who has a passion for consumer entertainment devices and online software; someone who pushes creative boundaries and can effectively communicate their ideas from simple paper drawings through compelling, high-fidelity prototypes. The ideal candidate will have experience with dynamic interfaces and animation tools, and possess an enthusiasm for creating breakthrough UI.

Responsibilities include working with product management and engineering to conceive, develop, and prototype the software user interaction model and visual appearance, and then continuing the process to finalize designs, clearly document the solutions, and monitor their implementation. Experience building commercial web software and understanding the constraints of the software development environment is preferred. You must be a solid team player with excellent communication, presentation and problem solving skills.

Qualifications

BA/BS or equivalent experience in Interaction Design or related discipline (Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Communication Arts, etc.) or equivalent experience
5+ years experience designing in the software technology industry
A portfolio demonstrating breadth and creativity in successful user experience and visual design
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical and as business disciplines/colleagues
Knowledge of information architecture, task-flow models, storyboarding, wire framing, visual design specifications and guidelines, asset production
Experience executing interaction prototypes using a range of prototyping methods such as paper, screenshot click-throughs, HTML/ CSS, Flash, Silverlight, Expression Blend, etc.
Proficiency with standard design applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc…)
Ability to work under tight and changing timeframes and priorities (startup atmosphere)

Apply

This position is located in Toronto, Canada This is a contract position that can lead to permanent Please email cover letter and resume to Harvey dot Kreiswirth at logitech dot com

Teehan+Lax – Senior UI Designer

by davidcrow

Toronto, ON

Teehan+Lax is currently reviewing portfolios of qualified Senior UI Designers who will research, architect, and design interactive experiences for web, software and device-based interfaces. We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating experiences that delight end-users and drive business goals: someone who shares our belief that designing great user experiences is as much about evoking an emotional response as it is about providing users with a means to an end. Candidates must be able to show examples of how they solved complicated problems without burdening users with complexity.

Qualifications

At least 5 years professional interactive design experience.
College or University Graduate in a related discipline (interaction or information design, HCI, computer science, behavioural sciences, etc.)
Strong knowledge and experience in Information Architecture.
Ability to perform visual design a bonus
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Proven ability to mentor and develop skills in all levels of designers.
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in small and large groups at all levels of a client organization.
Must live, or be willing to commute to Toronto.

Creative

Responsible for the developing of underlying content and functional architecture, navigation systems, interface elements, information design, and screen layouts for Web sites and other interactive applications.
Able to perform systematic analysis (i.e. task flow, workflow, technological and organizational implications) and validation (prototyping, user and A/B/multivariate testing).
Able to explore and document design decisions in a variety of modes, from high-level sketches to boxes-and-arrows flow diagrams to detailed wireframes.
Proficiency with drawing and graphing applications, HTML, interactive prototyping tools.

Management

Provide leadership throughout project discovery, Information Architecture, visual concept development and front-end development.
Help manage day-to-day operations, including setting priorities, assigning resources and ensuring project goals are achieved.
Oversee simultaneous projects from inception to completion, reviewing project plans, designs and deliverables.
Identify and implement process improvements to meet project and team needs.

Client

Work with Partners and Associates to ensure they are reacting appropriately to the strategic, logistic and creative needs of the client.
Participate in the creative role of new business pitches, proposal development and project initiation.
Work closely with clients through a consultative, participatory approach. Establish and nurture good client working relationships.

Team

Oversee the creative output of your team.
Monitor and drive an ideal balance in the available skills and personality of the team towards the needs of our customers.
Monitor and drive the team to utilize the best and latest methods and tools to be competitive.
Help develop the culture and mindset of the team to ensure they are healthy, happy, inventive, curious, and open.
Mentor the careers of your direct reports.
Promote a culture of innovation and teamwork.

What’s different about working at Teehan+Lax

We focus exclusively on front end user experience design for the digital channel. There are no back-end build teams, no offline divisions. Everyone you’ll be working with desires to create best in breed user experiences. In fact, 90% of the staff here hold creative positions. That means no Account Managers, no Managing Directors, no Business Analysts. We maintain very little hierarchy. There are two roles at Teehan+Lax: Partners and Associates. The people with the right skills are put on the right projects. We’re small and nimble. There are no pitch teams, no “B” teams. All of our staff work directly with our clients, so if a client has a question that relates to IA they’ll speak to the Associate or Partner who worked on it – not an account manager.

How to apply

If you’re talented, smart, hard-working and dedicated, we’ll enable you to do the best work of your career. Send us a resume and portfolio of your work to “jobs [at] teehanlax [dot] com”. Suitable candidates will be contacted promptly. Please no phone calls.

Zerofootprint – API Developer

by davidcrow

Toronto, ON

Update: This position has been filled.

Zerofootprint is looking for an experienced developer who is environmentally focused for a key position in our exciting start-up. We are looking for someone with the skills necessary to connect our SOA-based carbon management software to external systems by improving our API to connect with third parties. You will be collaborating with our internal development team as well as external clients to improve the external interface to our carbon engine. You must have experience designing and implementing a web service that was used in a production environment.

Responsibilities

help to design and implement APIs for external use by customers and partners
write and maintain unit and integration tests for all work
write documentation for all work, both for internal (team) and external (client) use
test against third party connector solution

Requirements

3+ years of Java experience
B.Sc in Computer Science
experience designing and implementing web services, specifically using SOAP and REST
experience with writing/parsing XML, XPath
experience with SQL databases, preferably MySQL and/or PostgreSQL
comfortable on the Unix/Linux command line (e.g. Bash) and in Mac OS X
exposure to Spring, Hibernate, Tomcat, Apache
good team and interpersonal skills
excellent spoken and written English

Nice-to-haves

SOA experience, ideally using Mule and JMS
experience with concurrency and multi-threading
web application experience
knowledge of the science of climate change and the impact of carbon consumption on our planet

About Zerofootprint Software Inc.

Zerofootprint provides essential technologies and services to the growing carbon management market. It operates in three complimentary, for-profit arenas-Offsetting, Consulting, and Software as a Service (or Software as a Platform). It also has a strong presence in the not-for-profit market through, among others, its building skinning and city carbon calculator projects.

Zerofootprint’s solution “circle” provides end-to-end services to enterprises, organization, governments, and individuals. The company’s full suite of tools measure, manage, report, and offset carbon production. Enterprises engaging the VELO solution participate in a Continuous Improvement Process that will reduce carbon emissions.

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This position has been filled.