DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS (mountain view)

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS

We are seeking a hands-on technologist that is strategic to manage CPP’s systems and database architecture, reporting to the VP & CIO. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Providing proactive management and hands-on support of ERP and all CPP database systems,

• Project managing IS portion of functionally large scale projects as agreed upon with CIO,

• Ownership of business applications which includes ERP support, maintenance & enhancements,

• Continuous process improvement in refining and improving business applications currently being used at CPP on an ongoing basis and making recommendations to the CIO, and

• Business systems management and documentation.

You will have:

• A BS in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.

• 10+ years system technology experiences in the areas of development, systems analysis, design & architecture, and software implementations.
• 10+ years of Oracle database administration experience, Oracle DBA Certification ideal

• Strong project management skills

• Extensive knowledge of Oracle Server (10g, Linux (Red Hat) and UNIX (HP-UX)

• Experience developing database applications with Microsoft IIS/ASP, Visual Basic, and C

• Intimate knowledge of database theory, management, and maintenance

• Excellent verbal and written skills, Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

• 7 – 10 years of experience with UNIX, Microsoft Windows and Server products, HTML, JavaScript, MSSQL, ASP, Visual Basic, (MS-InterDev)

• Alternative database platforms including MySQL and PostgreSQL

• Knowledge of e-commerce architectures, protocols and products (XML, Site Server, MQ Series, etc.)
• Extensive knowledge in implementing re-useable single and multi-threaded, scalable, high-performance enterprise scale/large web-backend environments and database development with experience in software development including demonstrable experience delivering mission-critical Web or Java applications in a multi-tiered environment and direct experience developing and promoting a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).

• 7+ years experience managing direct reports
• Experience with Data management (data acquisition and manipulation), ERP (Lawson ERP experience would be ideal), Oracle, Business Objects or similar, Crystal Reports, Lawson Business Intelligence, Productivity and collaboration platforms, i.e. SharePoint, MSSQL, etc.

CPP, Inc. is the global leader in workforce development solutions with over 50 years of industry success in the field of assessment publishing and professional services. We publish the internationally recognized Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) and Strong Interest Inventory® learning instruments; and award-winning training and organizational development support materials. For more information, visit our web site at www.cpp.com.

CPP offers competitive compensation and a performance bonus plan, a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), stock grants, and long-term professional development.

If this opportunity matches your background and career goals, please email your current resume with a cover letter outlining your professional goals, where you found this ad, and your salary history & salary requirements to:

Katie Flotten, HR Director

CPP, Inc.

Mountain View, California

E-Mail: careers@cpp.com

In the interest of time, your cover letter, resume, salary history & salary requirements, and incentive compensation MUST be included for your candidacy to be advanced.

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and MBTI are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Trust in the United States and other countries. Strong Interest Inventory is a registered trademark and the CPP logo is a trademark of CPP, Inc.

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