The Sapphire Solution

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Job Description

K12 Systems Inc is a web software development company servicing Public School Districts with Administrative Software Solutions.  We are experiencing tremendous growth and are searching for motivated team players with experience in building large-scale, mission-critical web applications.

As a member of the K12 Systems agile development team, you would assist in scope definition, analysis, design, and implementation of web applications, leveraging baseline capability to expand K12 Systems products and services.

Compensation Package

K12 Systems offers a competitive base salary and bonus plan.  Blue Cross Blue Shield, Dental and Vision Health Insurance, paid vacation, training and professional career advancement opportunities.

K12 Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email resume to: employment@k12system.com

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Desired Skills & Experience

Proficient in working with the following Core Technologies and Platforms:

• Java/J2EE, OOP, ColdFusion/Php, Microsoft SQL
• JavaScript, AJAX process, with JSON, and XML
• DHTML (Dynamic HTML),including CSS
• Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Chrome browsers
• Linux and Windows Operating Systems
• Microsoft Office applications

Experience with any of the following a strong plus:

• Data mining technology such as OLAP, ETL, and MDX
• iPhone, Droid, and/orBlackBerry Application development

Demonstrates in depth time management skills and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Education
B.A. or B.S. Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Company Description

K12 Systems, Inc. is a premier provider of administrative software solutions for the public education market, with pioneering experience gained from meeting the unique requirements of school districts large and small which is incorporated throughout the Sapphire software. Our philosophy includes providing efficient operations that extends from the district office into the classroom and back out to parents at home. Our goal is to permit schools to spend their time on their most precious resource - the student.
 
Sapphire software is built from the ground up to offer a flexible approach to school management; by providing robust standard capabilities now, combined with the ability to produce enhancements later as requirements change or are modified. All Sapphire software is web-based and adheres to current regulatory mandates.

Additional Information

Type:	Full-time
Experience:	Mid-Senior level
Functions:	Engineering, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Industries:	Computer Software
Compensation:	Annual salary based on experience, bonus

K12 Systems is expanding its sales team and has a tremendous opportunity for a customer focused Sales Executive to help meet the escalating demand for Sapphire products and services throughout the Mid Atlantic Region.

The ideal candidate is self driven, has superior verbal and written communication skills and is passionate about delivering quality software products and services to public school districts.

Experience selling in educational market and familiar with competitive Student Information Systems is a plus.

Demonstrates in depth time management skills and ability to multiple task in a fast paced environment while providing detailed logs in contact management database.

A strong knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Willingness to travel throughout the Mid Atlantic Region to customer sites, Trade Shows and Conferences.

Ability to pass background and drug screen check.

Education

4 Year Degree

Location

K12 Systems Allentown PA Corporate Offices

Compensation Package

K12 Systems offers a competitive base salary, commission and bonus plan with uncapped earning potential’ company benefits; paid training; company paid cell phone/laptop required to perform the sales function; and professional career advancement opportunities.

K12 Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Email resume to: employment@k12system.com

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Location	Allentown/Fogelsville Area
Status:	Full Time
Work Experience:	6+ years
Career Level:	Very Experienced
Education Level:	Bachelors in Computer Science
Job Category:	Developer Team Leader

Position Description:

K12 Systems, a web software development company, is seeking a highly motivated individual with extensive experience in building large-scale, mission-critical web applications and their supporting infrastructures.

Candidates must have management experience in software system development projects. Be deeply familiar with all phases of the software development life cycle. Have an innate passion for creative problem solving with an appetite for difficult challenges and the ability to helpful resources as needed.

Position Requirements:
Functional and Technical Skills:
Expert Java programming skills and be very familiar with J2EE APIs and related technologies such as XML and XSLT.

Core Technologies and Platforms: Java/J2EE, Spring, OOP, ColdFusion 8/9, Microsoft SQL, Linux, and Windows.
Strong knowledge of MS SQL or similar relational database.
Strong knowledge of Apache web server software.
Strong knowledge of Apache Tomcat
Knowledge of ColdFusion 8/9.

Familiar with development tools such as Eclipse, Ant, Spring, and iBatis.

Strong communication and presentation skills necessary.
Strong experience working with clients, developers, and management to be able to articulate needs, assess situations, and accurately estimate project requirements.
Strong experience with moving projects from inception to completion working with a development team.

Note: This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Performs other duties (or functions) as assigned.

Email your resume to the Director of Operations, employment@k12system.com

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Location	Allentown/Fogelsville Area
Status:	Full Time
Work Experience:	4 to 6 years
Career Level:	Experienced (non-manager)
Education Level:	Bachelors in Computer Science
Job Category:	IT/Software Development

Position Description:
As a member of the K12 team, you would be expected to assist in the scope, analysis, design, and implementation of solutions specifically leveraging baseline capability of all Sapphire Suite products and offerings. Members are responsible for delivering services and solutions based on K12 Systems Best Practices including the following areas: needs analysis, development, configuration, knowledge transfer, testing and go-live support. Members are expected to adhere to and follow K12 Systems standards and to represent the company, its people, and its products and services with the highest professionalism.

Position Requirements:
Functional and Technical Skills:

• This candidate MUST be fully capable and willing to get hands-on with technology.
• This candidate needs to have worked in wide ranging technology and have the ability to look at the project at a high-level and help drive the technical aspects of the project.
• Must show team leadership skills and independent working skills.
• Must have a B.A. or B.S. degree in Computer Science or 4-6 years of equivalent experience in a related field.
• General Experience: Must have 4-6 years of experience developing complex web based applications.
• Specialized Experience: 4-6 years of experience developing applications using Java/J2EE and Web Services.
• Experience in implementing critical web-based applications for high-availability applications.
• Experience with test driven development, continuous integration, and agile development such as XP or Scrum.
• Core Technologies Required: Java/J2EE, Spring, OOP, ColdFusion 8/9, Microsoft SQL, Linux, and Windows.
• Relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server.
• Prototype and/or J-Query frameworks with Ajax knowledge.
• DHTML (Dynamic HTML), including CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)
   
• DOM manipulation (ability to dynamically manipulate objects on the page).
• Heavy JavaScript, AJAX process, with JSON, and XML.
• Familiar with the latest browsers, including IE, Firefox, Safari and Chrome and their JavaScript similarities and differences.
• Familiar with mobile devices, iPhone, iPad, iTouch, Droid series, BlackBerry series.
• Data Conversions and Data Transformation.
   
• 4+ years of user interface design for (preferably enterprise web applications) and experience with requirements analysis, interacting with business users to define clear scope and assemble and manage proper cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge in best practices for web UI and UX design, as well as strong knowledge of usability principles and techniques.
• Strong specification writing skills a major plus.
• Familiarity with the technical considerations needed when designing for dynamic AJAX-based web 2.0 applications.
• Understanding and use of data mining technology such as OLAP, ETL, and MDX a plus.
• iPhone, Droid, and/or BlackBerry App development a plus.
   
• Must have a desire to develop high quality software.
• Must be able to apply emerging technologies to the software development process as and when available and possible.
• Be able to work both independently and with teams based on project demands.
• Help investigate technology where appropriate.
• Brainstorm and conceptualize new projects.
   
• Good communication skills.
• Must have excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in aggressive timelines measured in short term deliverables.
• Take projects from inception to completion.
• Participate in client meetings.

Note: This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Performs other duties (or functions) as assigned.

K12 Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Email resume to: employment@k12system.com

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Full Time/Part Time Employment Opportunity: ‘Application Trainer’

Responsibility:   We are seeking exceptionally talented and innovative professional with strong communication skills and the ability to train our clients with Sapphire Software Products (SIS, Teacher Gradebook, School Nurse, Special Education/IEP Writer, Report Writer, Assessment Tracker/Data Mining, Sapphire Mobile, etc...).

Requirements:  

• A minimum 3 years of experience as a student application user or trainer or school nurse (Ideal for retired teachers and principals).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage assignments and projects with little supervisions.

Email resume to: employment@k12system.com or fax to Director of Operations (Fax 610-366-9017)

K12 Systems, Inc. Appreciates diversity and encourage women, minorities, and retired educators to apply.

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