Ascendant Technology

Portal Developer, WebSphere

Development Services

Overview

Open Logic is an IBM Premier Business Partner specialising in the design, development and delivery of IBM software systems. Since 1997 we have been building successful software solutions for numerous customers, working on a wide variety of projects in most, if not all, of the business sectors.

Our experience encompasses the five IBM software brands; WebSphere, Lotus, Tivoli, DB2 and Rational. We are a UK leader in the delivery of WebSphere Portal Server solutions and Service Oriented Architectures. Our business integration skills using the WebSphere product set are second to none.

Our customers include such companies such as Aviva, RBS, AGE Concern, BT, Compass, DaimlerChrysler, TNT, Defra, Oxfordshire County Council, Cable & Wireless, Boots and Nissan, to name but a few.

The Position

We are looking for an experienced IBM WebSphere Portal consultant to join our team working with the IBM Product Portfolio. Candidates should have an IT degree with a 2:2 or above, have a high level of experience in IBM Portal Server V6 or later and a strong background in web-based development. Strong time management, organisational and communication skills, and possess the ability to work independently are also essential.

Above all candidates should be strong team players, eager to learn, respond well to challenging environments, have a flexible approach to changing goals, as well as a sense of humor. Experience of leadership roles and/or demonstrable leadership qualities are also very important.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be involved in:

• On and off-site consulting engagements.
• Assisting customers with design, development and deployment on the WebSphere Portal platform.
• Bespoke development projects from initial requirements gathering through to delivery and support.
• Mentoring and training staff, both internally and on customer sites, often on a one-to-one basis.
• Pre-sales engagements, including PoCs and PoTs and customer demonstrations.
• Working within both large and small project teams, in close knit and disparate teams.
• Keeping up to date with relevant technologies, including formal and informal education as well as certifications.
• All members of the technical team are required to travel and work on customer sites throughout Europe so a passport and driving license are essential.