Web Developer / Network Administrator  (posted Jan. 8, 2008)

YOW Canada Inc. is looking for a Web Developer / Network Administrator to work in our Ottawa location. In this newly created position, you will be responsible for online course development using Flash and ASP programming. You will also be responsible for some network administration / maintenance.

To succeed, you will have completed a related diploma or degree program and have at least 1 year of experience. You are self-motivated and comfortable working independently without much supervision. You have an eye for detail and presentation and always put your best foot forward.

Job Description and Tasks
* Develop, test and deploy new web applications / courses using a variety of languages, tools and techniques, including Flash (with actionscript), ASP, Javascript, HTML and SQL Server™ 2005.
* Produce Flash Macromedia movies to be incorporated into various online courses (in conjunction with an OH&S Trainer).
* Administer and maintain of YOW’s corporate web servers, web pages and training databases.
* Produce and edit content for company website based on requirements given.
* Assist customers and staff by email or phone with technical issues involving corporate website and online training.
* Maintain / administer YOW's network of servers responsible for providing various services to clients and employees.

Skills and Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the internet and its capabilities.  Emphasis will be placed on your ability to be creative, innovative and responsible. You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task. You have excellent administrative skills combined with the ability to meet deadlines and time constraints.
 

* Completed a related diploma or degree program and have at least 1 year of experience.
* Intermediate knowledge of Flash Macromedia and ActionScript 1.0 / 2.0 as required for course development.
* Intermediate knowledge of web scripting languages (HTML, ASP, Visual Basic, Javascript, SQL Server 2005).
* Experience managing web servers (Windows 2000 / 2003)  IIS 6.0, DNS, FTP accounts and email servers
* Experience creating and managing SQL type databases, good knowledge of SQL queries.
* Knowledge of company intranet systems.
* Excellent communication skills and experience supporting website users.
* Experience maintaining MySQL / MS Access Server databases and developing web based applications considered an asset.
* Experience with server hardware including RAID and other redundancy systems considered an asset.
* Excellent communication skills in English (French is a strong asset).

Compensation

YOW Canada Inc. offers a dynamic work environment in addition to a competitive salary and group benefits package which includes medical, dental, life and disability benefits.  Benefits commence following a 3 month probationary period.

Please forward resumes to careers@yowcanada.com.

While we appreciate all responses, only those being considered for a personal interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.