Acxiom Jobshttp://acxiom.jobs2012-05-22 20:27:47.140312USAConwayTitle: Data Operations Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway Summary: As a member of Acxiom's Global Technology Solutions (GTS) unit, the Data Operations Engineer will be integrated into a global (24x7) team of engineers that provide 2nd/3rd tier operational and application support for clients requiring assistance with our proprietary online database marketing platform, IMPACT-X. The platform consists of in-house applications, which span multiple technologies, and run on an Oracle database backbone. This individual will be dedicated to supporting and improving IMPACT-X's data processing and analytical reporting operations to increase overall client satisfaction. When presented with issues ranging from software, hardware, network, and database, the Data Operations Engineer will develop an understanding of the issue, and then provide a well-thought-out solution. A successful Data Operations Engineer should be able to communicate effectively at all levels and possess the analytical reasoning skills to troubleshoot system and application related issues. Acxiom’s clients include Global 2000 businesses that lead the retail, travel, health care, technology, and financial verticals, that demand an excellent support experience. Responsibilities: • Monitor and Support our 24x7 production environment through the use of various software and monitoring tools • Respond to and Resolve application issues submitted by phone, email, or through our online remedial ticketing system • Troubleshoot and Address alerts and complex application job failures • Assure that all job processes and production client data marts are updated, available, and meet SLA compliance • Coordinate cross-functional collaborative efforts with other technical teams when investigating live "client-impacting" production issues • Provide recommendations to R&D in regards to product quality assurance by testing IMPACT-X's platform architecture for optimum usability and performance • Identify flaws in our application, while driving for improvement through detailed workflow analysis • Facilitate clear, accurate and thorough communication between clients and technical teams; Drive escalation of the clients' needs when necessary • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on status and progress throughout the investigation and resolution of an issue • Perform administrative tasks associated with the IMPACT-X platform (managing user accounts, project managing and executing the start-up of new clients, and decommissioning old clients from our platform, etc.) • Document and propose solutions to known application issues; Implement workarounds • Enforce and Maintain standard processes for the purpose of protecting the integrity of our production environment • Train new technical personnel on existing processes and good practices • Document case studies’ and investigation details in our online repository Education and Qualifications: • BS Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a similar technical degree • 1 years of experience in a production operations support environment, relevant field, or equivalent experience • 2 years of experience in a client/customer service-related function, relevant field, or equivalent experience Requirements and Soft Skills: • Excellent customer service skills • Must be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time • Ability to shift priorities on the fly; Must be able to factor in business needs, including client impact and urgency during case prioritization • Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to problem solve under tight time constraints • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; Must be able to explain technical concepts to non-technical users and serve as the liaison between the two groups • Superior analytical/troubleshooting skills; Must be able to demonstrate the understanding of complex technical details • Ability to learn new technologies quickly • Must be flexible with work schedule Required Technical Skills: • Oracle (Relational Databases) • SQL, PL/SQL • OLAP, Data Warehouses • Unix, Solaris, Linux • Windows 2K, XP, Vista • Outlook / Excel / Word Desired Skills and Experience: • General knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, DNS, SSL, PGP) • General knowledge of middleware products (Hawk, Rendezvous, AppWorx) • General knowledge of Java, Perl, HTML, XML, and browser technologies • Experience within the Online Marketing Industry • Experience within an Operations Environment while working with multiple client scenarios About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-21 20:56:43United StatesAcxiomArkansas29451ARConway, AR28838192http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28838192/jobUSALittle RockTitle: Video Specialist Location: Arkansas-Little Rock *Works individually or coordinates with various teams regarding the scheduling, managing and planning of marketing related projects. *Assists in evaluating promotional costs against market impact to determine overall value or ROI. *Collaborates with various groups and makes strategic marketing action recommendations. *Plans, maintains, revises and implements marketing function projects which may include enewsletters, FAQs, internal survey tools and marketing-related processes. *Works individually or coordinates with various teams regarding the scheduling, managing and planning of marketing-related projects. *Assists in evaluating promotional costs against market impact. Collaborates with various groups and makes strategic marketing action recommendations. *Supports marketing communications projects through advertising and promotional programs, public relations, and trade shows. *Maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. *Documents and shares best practices and case studies. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. *Provides insight and strategy regarding wins/losses. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The Marketing Communications Specialist role does not have direct reports but may mentor less experienced associates in the role. Required Skills *5 years experience shooting, edititng and producing corporate/commercial video *Experience with HD, non-linear editing suites (Adobe Premiere preferred) *Post production tools (e.g. After Effects) *Lighting/Audio optimization *Project management and scheduling *Self Starter w/ high degree of accountability for results *Conscientious team player *Good organizer *Excellent verbal and written communication skills *Adept at anticipating problems and recognizing opportunities Desired Skills *Marketing education and some experience in project management skills *Previous Acxiom experience is a bonus About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-21 20:56:41United StatesAcxiomArkansas29448ARLittle Rock, AR28838189http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28838189/jobUSAConwayTitle: SR DATA DEL ANLYST DELIVERY Location: Arkansas-ConwaySenior Data Delivery Analyst provides analysis, technical product knowledge and detailed explanation into complex situations that improve cost, quality and speed of client data delivery. They leverage expert knowledge of Acxiom delivery processes and client/industry specifications. Also, validates, analyzes, and consults with clients and internal teams on the completion and accuracy of the processing requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: *Accountable on-time delivery of designated processes/information. *Defines technical change requirements and ensure changes meet the requirements. *Takes initiative to monitor information after hours to ensure seamless process flow Verifies input/output counts. *Submits, documents, tracks and monitors data processing jobs. *Audits/verifies job results based on historical trends. *Setups and builds processing flows from standard and customized flows using the most appropriate tools and setup options. *Researches and accurately validates source data, data formatting specifications and output requirements according to client specifications and service level agreements promoting zero defects. *Performs advanced audits to ensure support of product/client enhancements as well as compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. *Fulfills client-specific and Acxiom data security requirements. *Reads, understands and utilizes Run books and compares/contrasts Run books with current production procedures. *Professionally communicates internally and externally with clients and stakeholders as appropriate. *Troubleshoots complex issues and communicates status of issues in a timely manner. *Advises clients/stakeholders of process improvements and/or optimal use of data products at various levels for new data sources, workflows, product builds and process flows, ensuring client satisfaction and cost effectiveness. *Maintains extensive knowledge and support for Acxiom products, solution processing tools and solutions. *The job profile reflects the assignment of essential job functions, though additional essential functions may exist in some cases, including physical requirement, if applicable. *This profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all work activities, duties or responsibilities. Acxiom reserves the right to assign or reassign work activities, duties and responsibilities as needed for reasonable accommodations and business purposes. Required skills: *Computer literacy with Office type applications *Knowledge of databases *General technology awareness *Very good self-discipline *Attention to detail *Very well organized Nice to have skills: *Orbiter *Work flow Grid *SQL About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-19 17:55:49United StatesAcxiomArkansas29446ARConway, AR28815514http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28815514/jobUSALittle RockTitle: INTERN - Sales Operations Location: Arkansas-Little RockThe Sales Operations Intern will support the Sales Operations team at Acxiom by providing assistance on: *Reporting and analysis on Win/Loss *Various tasks required for implementation and integration of a Proposal Automation Solution *Various tasks related to Salesforce.com support *Serving as back-up in assigning out leads for follow-up that come in from the acxiom.com website *Serving as back-up in on-site support of client meetings held in the Acxiom Executive Briefing Centers *Research: *Industry analysis enabling prioritization of sales focus *Determine market potential within industry subsegments *Identify targeted prospect potential, including marketing lists universe and specific industry aligned conferences *Internal analysis of solutions proposed to determine top solution sets across industries Required Skills: *Customer Service experience *Experience in secondary research *Excellent demonstrated skills with document creation using MS Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Nice-to-Have Skills: *Experience with collaboration software programs including Salesforce.com and Microsoft SharePoint Preferred Educational Requirements: *Bachelor and Masters students pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing or related major. The students must be classified as at least a junior. GPA of 2.75 or above. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-17 18:01:11United StatesAcxiomArkansas29414ARLittle Rock, AR28762039http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28762039/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: Solution Architect Location: California-Foster City Solution Architect Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. The Solution Architect provides technical leadership and ensures marketing & analytical solutions are architected, sized and configured to meet business needs within Acxiom standards. This includes helping insure that the needed software is included in deals or products and licensed correctly. This position works within the enterprise architecture organization. Duties and Responsibilities: *Responsible for scoping and estimating future projects with the technical executives and business owners. *Responsible for solution design and business requirements. *Anticipates obstacles and recommends solution options. Focuses on corporate objectives, feasibility and scalability of solutions. *Assists with technical and business requirements and overall project plan. *Assists in the evaluation of cost, scope, portability, compatibility and usability. *Ensures data solution design fulfills functional and technical requirements. *Monitors progress in order to stay abreast of possible issues and future challenges. *Maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom products and industry technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align business needs to products, solutions and services offered. (Marketing Data warehousing, Campaign Management, Analytical Modeling, Scoring, and Reporting, data visualization and dashboarding, and Big Data Analytics.) *Documents and shares best practices and case studies. *Utilizes standard methodologies to promote consistency and drives adherence to standards within designated teams. *Familiar with other department’s methodologies including project management and development methodologies. *Identifies areas of process improvement that drive profit / margin enhancement. *Consults, advises and educates through communications at the appropriate technical granularity. Shares best practices and incorporates lessons learned into estimates, standards and protocols. *Provides feedback to the appropriate lines of business or product team to ensure Acxiom produces and/or enhances products that can meet the ever changing business needs of our clients. *Keeps informed and evaluates the latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies Required Skills: *System architect skills *Experience in infrastructure hardware *Database design experience *Campaign Management experience *Business Intelligence knowledge *Technical Oversight and Question/Answer with Developers during development. Desired skills: *Preference for work experience in marketing database/internet environment or Ad-Tech industry *Traditional Business Intelligence& Big Data analytical solutions (NoSQL, Hadoop, Pig, Hive and 3rd party tools), Map/Reduce skills Job Role Specific Competencies: *Application frameworks Real-time & Batch *Virtualization & Grid Marketing Solutions *Application & Solution Availability *Good understanding of basic Network concepts *Good understanding of basic security concepts *Systems Management *Database API *GUI, Global, Release, Data Management, Operations, Capacity Management *Security Architecture *ITSM / ITIL *Big Data Analytics *Java or other language *VMware (architecture) *IBM, Cisco *Database experience with Oracle / DB2, Microsoft, DB2, PostGres, MySQL *RHEL, Windows *Desktop skills / applications (Windows, MS Office Suite / Visio) *Parallel programming concepts and systems *Infrastructure experience: servers, storage, network, backup, databases (IBM, Dell, UCS, Cisco) Software: *SOA Suite - BPMS, BRMS. ESB, Messaging, etc. *Oracle, DB2 *Real-time applications *Enterprise portal / UI development *Data modeling *Business Intelligence Analytics & Reporting *Global software development *Software development life cycle and development methodologies *Data Management *Application & Availability Systems Management (e.g. CA) *NoSQL, Twisted / Event or CEP equivalent About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-17 18:01:02United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29423CAFoster City, CA28762037http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28762037/jobUSAChicagoTitle: RESEARCH ANALYST Location: Illinois-Chicago Research Analysts work with data and statistical methods to create information products and to tailor analytical solutions for customers. They help customers improve their marketing efficiency and reduce customer market risk. Research Analysts also create additional enterprise benefits and usage opportunities for the customer's investment in information and services. Duties and Responsibilities: *Work with business objectives exclusively designed to address client initiatives. *Define project requirements, develop proposals including costs and timing expectations, define opportunities deliver project expectations, and present results. *Utilize data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions for clients' marketing objectives including data evaluations, model creation, and experience in building regression models, specifically Logistic Regressions. *Validate and deliver the product. *Provide pre and post-project support. *Illustrate business obstacles and solutions to clients. *Research and develop an understanding of client product marketing objectives. Required Skills: *Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, and or Operations Research. *Experience with database analysis, programming languages and data querying tools with particular emphases SAS, SQL, UNIX, Oracle and MS Office preferred. *Superior analytical skills with a proven ability in end-to-end problem solving and implementation. *Ability to process vast amounts of data into meaningful information. *Ability to manage multiple tasks, drive toward deadlines, work in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment. *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. *Expert in using SAS. Desired Skills: *Proven capability to mine information points in the effort of constructing models, building strategies, define segmentation and uncover consumer behavioral patterns. *Proven usage or exposure to the InfoBase product line or other demographic consumer based insight. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-17 18:00:57United StatesAcxiomIllinois29431ILChicago, IL28762036http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28762036/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) for our Downers Grove, IL location: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * SQL Server Administration (install, maintenance, backup, recovery, database security) * SQL tuning * Rollout new code * SQL clustering * SQL replication Nice to Have Skills: * Application coding: Write and debug complex SQL and PL/SQL queries * SSIS coding assistance and/or design of SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) and/or DTS (Data Transformation Services) packages to support applications About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-16 20:16:16United StatesAcxiomIllinois29429ILDowners Grove, IL28739933http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28739933/jobUSALittle RockTitle: FACILITY TECHNICIAN Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Facility Technician * Plans, reviews, and estimates costs for equipment, installation, preparation and any other related costs to insure efficient running of operations. * Provides maintenance and repair of electrical and HVAC systems and provides support for diesel generators and UPS systems. * Develops criteria and specifications for electrical and HVAC equipment required to meet operating requirements and building safety codes. * Plans equipment layout for maximum use of facilities and equipment. Insures electrical and HVAC equipment is operating efficiently. * Performs maintenance, repairs, calibrations, installations, de-installations and parts acquisition for HVAC equipment, piping, pumps, filtering systems, water treatment, control systems (electric, pneumatic and digital), and other miscellaneous mechanical equipment. Installs new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications established by safety guidelines. * Maintains UPS battery plants. Required skills: * Experience with general maintenance, painting, plumbing, electrical (all phases of voltage) and carpentry. * Understanding of overall construction of buildings. * Knowledge of household appliances (including small ice machines, restaurant kitchen equipment, pumps and rooftop ventilation). Nice to have skills: * HVAC license is a plus. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-16 20:16:14United StatesAcxiomArkansas29430ARLittle Rock, AR28739911http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28739911/jobUSAConwayTitle: VMWARE / LINUX ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway VMware/Linux Engineer Location: Conway, Arkansas Responsibilities: •Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated server hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. •Monitors, identifies and resolves system infrastructure problems. •Responsible for technical infrastructure projects. •Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. Verifies stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of solutions. •Monitors performance, identifies issues and resolves system infrastructure problems. •Collaborates with various groups to select appropriate design, process and tests and ensures the compatibility of system components. •Ensures compliance to service level agreements including time, scope and budget considerations as well as incident management (response and resolve time) and timekeeping components. •Supports various processes including incident management and change management processes. •Responds to client/stakeholder problems in a timely manner, prioritizing multiple issues based on the severity of the case. •Updates tickets with clear, concise and detailed documentation, including all communications regarding work, emails, phone calls and service attempts. •Standardizes, automates and/or streamlines work processes as appropriate to drive consistency in approach and increase efficiency. Identifies proactive approaches to minimize reactive modes. •Identifies and diagnoses areas of design, maintenance and/or process improvement. •Reviews/audits infrastructure, identifies gaps and provides gap analysis. •Works with other system engineers on improvement plan of action. •Develops, maintains and shares best practices. •Keeps informed and evaluates the latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. REQUIRED SKILLS: •Knowledge of VMware. DESIRED SKILLS: •Microsoft products, storage/network architecture, VMWARE, Redhat. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-16 20:16:00United StatesAcxiomArkansas29427ARConway, AR28739906http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28739906/jobUSAConwayTitle: VMWARE / LINUX ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway VMware/Linux Engineer Location: Conway, Arkansas Responsibilities: •Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated server hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. •Monitors, identifies and resolves system infrastructure problems. •Responsible for technical infrastructure projects. •Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. Verifies stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of solutions. •Monitors performance, identifies issues and resolves system infrastructure problems. •Collaborates with various groups to select appropriate design, process and tests and ensures the compatibility of system components. •Ensures compliance to service level agreements including time, scope and budget considerations as well as incident management (response and resolve time) and timekeeping components. •Supports various processes including incident management and change management processes. •Responds to client/stakeholder problems in a timely manner, prioritizing multiple issues based on the severity of the case. •Updates tickets with clear, concise and detailed documentation, including all communications regarding work, emails, phone calls and service attempts. •Standardizes, automates and/or streamlines work processes as appropriate to drive consistency in approach and increase efficiency. Identifies proactive approaches to minimize reactive modes. •Identifies and diagnoses areas of design, maintenance and/or process improvement. •Reviews/audits infrastructure, identifies gaps and provides gap analysis. •Works with other system engineers on improvement plan of action. •Develops, maintains and shares best practices. •Keeps informed and evaluates the latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. REQUIRED SKILLS: •Knowledge of VMware. DESIRED SKILLS: •Microsoft products, storage/network architecture, VMWARE, Redhat. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-16 20:15:39United StatesAcxiomArkansas29428ARConway, AR28739901http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28739901/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Acxiom Corporation anticipates hiring for the following Database Administrator (DBA) position in our Downers Grove, IL location in July of 2012: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * Hands-on experience in systems database administration in Oracle 11g in large production environments. * Must possess a good understanding of the Oracle Golden Gate architecture and have experience configuring OGG in Linux (RHEL and zLinux) environments * Experience working on RAC, ASM, Grid Control and RMAN environments * Current practical experience debugging and trouble-shooting About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-15 20:54:48United StatesAcxiomIllinois29425ILDowners Grove, IL28712238http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28712238/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Acxiom Corporation anticipates hiring for the following Database Administrator (DBA) position in our Downers Grove, IL location in September of 2012: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * Hands-on experience in systems database administration in Oracle 11g in large production environments. * Must possess a good understanding of the Oracle Golden Gate architecture and have experience configuring OGG in Linux (RHEL and zLinux) environments * Experience working on RAC, ASM, Grid Control and RMAN environments * Current practical experience debugging and trouble-shooting About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-15 20:54:46United StatesAcxiomIllinois29426ILDowners Grove, IL28712236http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28712236/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) for any of our US locations: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * SQL Server Administration (install, maintenance, backup, recovery, database security) * SQL tuning * Rollout new code * SQL clustering * SQL replication * Application coding: Write and debug complex SQL and PL/SQL queries * SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) coding assistance * Design of SSIS and/or DTS (Data Transformation Services) packages to support applications Nice to Have Skills: * Doubletake expertise * HP Service Desk <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-15 20:54:22United StatesAcxiomIllinois29424ILDowners Grove, IL28712227http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28712227/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT Location: California-Foster City Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: A critical part of this product investment is the Enterprise Architect role, which is responsible for setting direction of the technical roadmap, and the supporting technical architecture, for the corporation for the marketing services and data products. This corporate view covers multiple products and applications and involves evaluating factors such as market and technology trends, business goals, corporate vision and cost considerations. The Enterprise Architect focuses on identifying solution patterns, as well as evangelizing and enforcing standards, in order to increase reusability across the company. The Enterprise Architect may also be called upon to provide domain expertise, performance analysis and remediation recommendations, in order to ensure clients/projects are properly serviced. This role is about designing or diagnosing n-tier secure real-time & analytical applications that range from 2 nines to 5 nines of availability and recognized as an expert using SOA methodologies or light-weight programming stack where appropriate. Application range from commercial / open source to internally developed applications. Responsibilities: *Responsible for creating technical reference architectures, standards, and providing input on the technical/reference architecture. *Audit the standards created by the Architecture Review Board / Delivery Review Board, Solutions Review Board. *Reviews infrastructure and software architectures and designs and makes recommendations on viability, improvements, and adjudication input when conflicts or disagreements arise. *Assist with enterprise architectures that are added to the corporate standards for future design/client implementations. *Responsible for creating and providing input on the marketing services enterprise technical roadmaps, including: identifying the capability that is the focus of the roadmap, identifying critical system requirements and their targets; assessing major technology areas; assessing multi-national impact (if applicable); performing prototyping / POC of the new technologies, identifying technology drivers, targets, and helping with technology direction; providing technical alternatives; providing time & cost implications. *Accountable for providing input on large scope solutions or internal project architecture that are outside the corporate standards. *Responsible for owning enterprise architecture deliverables, including: review of the requirements and assumptions; systems infrastructure diagrams; enterprise Software component architecture (3rd party and Acxiom developed); high-level dataflow, process, and interaction diagrams; initial financial analysis (if GPE Architecture-driven process); reviewing and providing feedback on development artifacts. *Responsible for developing enterprise architecture standards and providing facilitation, communication, and education around those standards. *Accounts for multi-national deployment requirements when and where applicable. *Collaborates on Enterprise Continuous Improvement. *Responsible for lab & technology pioneering, including POC, database, technology evaluation and certification. *Responsible for staying up-to-date with emerging industry/technology trends. *Responsible for covering several EA architecture domains (Security, Infrastructure, Accountable for understanding Acxiom development methodologies as well as other processes across the company (i.e. procurement, data center, etc.) in order to accomplish tasks. Job Role Specific Competencies: *Application frameworks Real-time & Batch *Virtualization & Grid Marketing Solutions *Application & Solution Availability *Systems Management *Database API *GUI, Global, Release, Data Management, Operations, Capacity Management *Parallel Processing *Security Architecture *ITSM / ITIL *Big Data Analytics *Expert in Java *VMware (architecture) *IBM, Cisco *Database experience with Oracle, Microsoft, DB2, PostGres, MySQL *RHEL, Windows *Desktop skills / applications (Windows, MS Office Suite / Visio) *C or other development language *Parallel programming concepts and systems *Low-latency (sub 80ms) Software: *SOA Suite - BPMS, BRMS. ESB, Messaging, etc. *Real-time application development *Enterprise portal / UI development *Data modeling *Business Intelligence Analytics & Reporting *Global software development *Software development life cycle and development methodologies *Data Management *Application & Availability Systems Management (e.g. CA) *NoSQL, Twisted / Event or CEP equivalent Nice to have: *Real time skills plus hadoop experience *NoSQL experience (Cassandra, Mongo, CitrusLeaf) *Internet low latency *Ad Network experience a plus About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-15 20:54:15United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29422CAFoster City, CA28712220http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28712220/jobUSAConwayTitle: APPLICATION ARCHITECT Location: Arkansas-Conway Application Architect Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. This role is about designing or diagnosing n-tier secure real-time applications that range from 2 nines to 5 nines of availability and recognized SME using SOA methodologies or light-weight programming stack where appropriate. Application range from commercial / open source to internally developed applications Job Summary: The Application Architect is responsible for creating corporate- level product and application architecture, that are in alignment with the corporate technical roadmap and standards. They are charged with understanding the business requirements associated with the product/application, making tactical and strategic decisions, and identifying the specific technical specifications and service level agreements associated with the product/application. This role may be called upon to provide domain expertise, performance analysis, remediation recommendations, in order to ensure clients and projects are properly serviced. Job Role Specific Competencies: *Experienced leading multiple web and internet services, design and development *Data Security experience *Java experience *Performance tuning, establishing patterns, application database experience *VMware (architecture) *IBM, Cisco *Database Oracle Microsoft Postgres MySQL *RHEL, Windows *SOA Suite *BPMS, BRMS. ESB, Messaging, etc. *Real-time application development *Enterprise portal / UI development *Data modeling *BI Analytics & Reporting *Global software development *Software development life cycle and development methodologies *Data Management *Application & Availability Systems Management (CA) Background *Industry Certifications based on specific architecture scope assignments *ITIL - Data Center Process and Architecture *Strong communication and presentation skills (ability to relate technical to business problem and requirements *Cross architecture domain troubleshooting / diagnostic / and remediation recommendation Nice to Have Skills: *Familiar with SOA/ESB technologies (messaging, orchestration, atomic services), deployment enterprise wide, heavy web and internet services development *Establishing standards for real-time environments *C, Spring experience. *High performance computing *Acxiom experience (customer data recognition, data products) *Six Sigma *NoSQL/primary key/value data store experience *Hadoop development (HDFS, Map Reduce coding) *Low latency internet real-time development *Network *Cloud provider development / deployment experience (AWS, Rackspace, Force.com) *Ad-Tech company experience About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-15 20:54:14United StatesAcxiomArkansas29418ARConway, AR28712215http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28712215/jobUSAConwayTitle: SALES SUPPORT SPECIALIST - Executive Briefing Center (EBC) Location: Arkansas-Conway This role supports the Client Delivery Organization at Acxiom by helping manage customer briefing visits. In addition, this person is responsible for all the tools needed to maintain the EBC program. This person must be a team player, dependable, confident and committed to Acxiom’s success. The candidate must be flexible, creative, detail-oriented, consistent, and a high-quality producer under tight deadlines. In addition, this person must be able to think work independently while having the ability to execute the necessary tasks. *Maintain and execute the EBC plan and strategy to meet objectives *Develop relationships with the sales organization to engage and support customer/partner visits. *Act as a point of contact for the sales teams regarding EBC needs and advise them on how/when to leverage the EBC. *Coordinate EBC-related activities across the organization and work cross-functionally to evangelize the EBC program. *Maintain the EBC marketing and sales materials including online sales tools. *Maintain key metrics and tracking program to gauge success of EBC programs. *Execute key reports to determine what products / solutions are needed to support the EBC program. *Interface with Marketing, sales, and IT to gather, analyze and report data. Required Skills *Direct customer communications experience required; customer-facing experience preferred. *Experienced with objective setting and development of specific action plans to meet target objectives *Ability to communicate program vision, and execute against that vision *Ability to deal with constant change, multi-task, and organize and prioritize incoming requests *Self-motivated, highly enthusiastic relationship builder with ability to achieve results in complex environments *Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain working relationships with multiple departments and customers *Exceptionally strong and effective written and oral communication skills; strong ability to articulate and promote ideas, plans and results across all levels of the company *Professional appearance appropriate to audience *Recent experience with Microsoft Office suite, with strong skills in Word and PowerPoint for successful communications, and Excel for reporting and budget management Nice to Have Skills *Sales or sales support experience *Experience with collaboration software programs including Salesforce.com and Microsoft Sharepoint About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-14 20:16:49United StatesAcxiomArkansas29417ARConway, AR28677717http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28677717/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: OUTSOURCING SALES EXECUTIVE Location: Illinois-Downers Grove * Strategically focused on expanding Acxiom's market share by closing new business accounts. * Responsible for achieving established financial objectives, sales quotas and goals. * Targets potential leads through appropriate sales strategies. * Creates and maintains an updated sales pipeline. * Engages in extensive prospect and client communication and troubleshoots account complications to promote client satisfaction. * Partners with Markets and Acxiom Lines of Business regarding account growth and contract renewals. * Leads corporate efforts for new business deals. * Drives contract negotiations for prospective accounts, including price, terms of sale, service and delivery terms. * Responsible for new business accrual from initial contact to close. * Creates and manages sales pipeline. * Pursues qualified opportunities. * Meets/exceeds sales quotas and other sales related goals. * Develops, cultivates and promotes ongoing relationships with prospective clients. * Drives discussions to higher levels of leadership within organizations. * Establishes and maintains multiple points of contacts, including the CEO level. * Engages in extensive client communication, strategic planning and troubleshoots account complications to promote client satisfaction. * Documents and updates prospect and client 'relationship maps'. * Establishes and maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align prospective client business needs to products, solutions and services offered through consultation. * Promotes enterprise-wide rather than niche solutions. * Consults, advises and educates prospective clients on the merits of Acxiom's capabilities through demonstrations and presentations. * Improves awareness of multi-channel integrated marketing solutions. * Presents compelling purchasing rationales at the appropriate technical granularity. * Creates value and differentiates our services and products from competitor campaigns. * Stays informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Collaborates with colleagues to exchange information such as selling strategies and marketing information. * Provides insight and strategy regarding wins/losses. * Documents best practices and case studies and shares industry, deal, and sales 'best practice' knowledge with sales community. * Partners with Markets and Acxiom Lines of Business regarding account growth and contract renewals. * Partners with various functional groups to ensure client deliverables are executed within scope, time and budget. * Collaborates with various functional groups to guarantee appropriate resource allocation. * 10 years of Sales Experience. * 5 years of IT Sales Experience. * Experience selling Outsourcing Services. * Solution selling experience. * Documented track recording closing 7 figure TCV deals. * Experience selling solutions involving mergers and acquisitions. * Experience selling with Acxiom competitors such as Experian, Epsilon, Merkle or other direct/digital marketing solution providers. * Demonstrated track record of meeting and exceeding multi-million dollar yearly quotas. * Proven ability to succeed in high pressure, high stakes atmosphere. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-11 18:16:36United StatesAcxiomIllinois29415ILDowners Grove, IL28633271http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28633271/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Product Data Specialist Intern for Conway, AR: PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST INTERN- GREEK LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED * Ensures product data complies with established product management procedures, project requirements and service level agreements. * Prepares, analyzes and audits source data. Executes procedures for new data sources, workflows, product builds and process flows. * Prepares and analyzes source data. Performs datamart extractions and migrations. * Researches and resolves data/process issues according to product management or client specifications. * Provide data, analysis and recommendations to support product enhancement and product development. * Advises product management on process improvements and/or optimum use of data. Audits and analyzes product / source data to validate and identify changes in data elements and groupings. Ensure all changes are documented in appropriate venues. * Ensures compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Collaborates with product management, development, data acquisition and data vendors to ensure overall data integrity. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Maintains data and/or product subject matter expertise in order to effectively identify, interpret and communicate trends. REQUIRED SKILLS * Candidate should be fluent in Greek and English verbal and written. * They should either have experience of working with Greek name and address data or be a native Greek speaker. * Candidate must have basic computer skills including MS Office and Outlook. DESIRED SKILLS * Experience with using IBM datastage would be nice to have as would experience using a data analytical tool or experience performing data analysis using generic tools such as spreadsheets and SQL queries. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-11 18:16:33United StatesAcxiomArkansas29390ARConway, AR28633267http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28633267/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: STORAGE RESOURCE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove * Storage Resource Administrators maintain Acxiom's large-scale technical storage resources. * Manage/Install hardware/software upgrades. * Participate in system testing and Disaster Recovery Testing. * Problem management & tracking as well as contingency planning. * Report creation/management for capacity planning. * Technology Evaluation. * They ensure satisfactory data storage resources, capacity, and management. * Evaluate, recommend, and set-up data storage capabilities for hardware and software. * Perform data allocation control, archival, and relocation to ensure efficient use of data storage resources. * Monitor, report, and analyze data storage to ensure adequate system capacity, tuning, and accounting. * Maintain client data and application processes in accordance with service level agreements. Required Skills: * 3 years experience configuring, deploying, and maintaining multi-terabyte IBM disk arrays in SAN/NAS configurations. * 3 years experience with IBM TPC and GlobalMirror. * 3 years supporting a Storage Area Network in a UNIX/Windows environment. * Well versed in configuring Emulex/QLogic Fibre HBAs. * Well versed with Brocade switch management and FabricOS CLI/Zoning. * Logical volume management and setup for Solaris, HP-UX and Windows. * Experience with Veritas Foundation Suite for Unix and Intel. * The position requires 3 or more years of progressive technical experience in enterprise level storage environments. * The position requires the skills to architect, implement and manage a SAN (Storage Area Network) and NAS (Network Attached Storage). * Hands on experience with EMC's Control Center, SRDF, and Timefinder, IBM's SVC, XIV, DS Series and TPC and as well as director class switches and high availability SAN configurations is required. Nice to Have Skills: * Cisco switch configuration/maintenance. * Shell scripting skills. * Understanding of SAP/Oracle systems. * Experience with UNIX (Solaris/HPUX) and Windows operating systems installation, patching and trouble shooting. * Understanding of server clustering in SUN/HP high availability environments. * Experience with Veritas Netbackup. * Understanding or experience with ISCSI. About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-11 18:16:18United StatesAcxiomIllinois29397ILDowners Grove, IL28633260http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28633260/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: STORAGE RESOURCE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove * Storage Resource Administrators maintain Acxiom's large-scale technical storage resources. * Manage/Install hardware/software upgrades. * Participate in system testing and Disaster Recovery Testing. * Problem management & tracking as well as contingency planning. * Report creation/management for capacity planning. * Technology Evaluation. * They ensure satisfactory data storage resources, capacity, and management. * Evaluate, recommend, and set-up data storage capabilities for hardware and software. * Perform data allocation control, archival, and relocation to ensure efficient use of data storage resources. * Monitor, report, and analyze data storage to ensure adequate system capacity, tuning, and accounting. * Maintain client data and application processes in accordance with service level agreements. Required skills: * 3 years experience configuring, deploying, and maintaining multi-terabyte IBM disk arrays in SAN/NAS configurations. * 3 years experience with IBM TPC and GlobalMirror. * 3 years supporting a Storage Area Network in a UNIX/Windows environment. * Well versed in configuring Emulex/QLogic Fibre HBAs. * Well versed with Brocade switch management and FabricOS CLI/Zoning. * Logical volume management and setup for Solaris, HP-UX and Windows. * Experience with Veritas Foundation Suite for Unix and Intel. * The position requires 3 or more years of progressive technical experience in enterprise level storage environments. * The position requires the skills to architect, implement and manage a SAN (Storage Area Network) and NAS (Network Attached Storage). * Hands on experience with EMC's Control Center, SRDF, and Timefinder, IBM's SVC, XIV, DS Series and TPC and as well as director class switches and high availability SAN configurations is required. Nice to Have skills: * Cisco switch configuration/maintenance. * Shell scripting skills. * Understanding of SAP/Oracle systems. * Experience with UNIX (Solaris/HPUX) and Windows operating systems installation, patching and trouble shooting. * Understanding of server clustering in SUN/HP high availability environments. * Experience with Veritas Netbackup. * Understanding or experience with ISCSI. About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-11 18:16:18United StatesAcxiomIllinois29410ILDowners Grove, IL28633261http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28633261/jobUSAConwayTitle: BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER Location: Arkansas-Conway JOB SUMMARY: Business Improvement Managers owns and partners with multiple areas of the business to identify and develop continuous improvements that help resolve specific business problems. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Executes the implementation of business improvement strategies. * Partners with executives and business groups to help provide strategic direction in identifying and prioritizing process improvement initiatives. * Utilizes LEAN/Six Sigma skills to increase client value. * Brings expertise and/or identifies subject matter experts to define improvements, data capture and analysis, infrastructure support, tool ownership and compliance with procedures, etc. * Ensures that processes, policies and procedures align with corporate vision. * Coordinate and/or leads process improvement initiatives through the disciplined use of measurements, accountability, and analysis. * Organize, lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams. The Business Improvement Manager does have direct report(s) and may provide guidance and expertise to various team members in a matrix environment throughout the implementation of the solution. REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field or minimum of 3-5 years of IT experience. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. DESIRED SKILLS: * LEAN and/or Six Sigma certification. * ITIL Certification. * Vendor relationship management experience. * Agile methodology exposure. * Experience with requirements management. ABOUT ACXIOM With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-11 18:15:59United StatesAcxiomArkansas29413ARConway, AR28633255http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28633255/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: DATABASE SOLUTION ANALYST Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Database Solution Analyst Location: Downers Grove, IL or Conway/Little Rock, Arkansas DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Issue resolution (Tool errors that need escalation, data integrity issues, etc) •Able to conduct research for more than one service •Escalation point within Production Support •Own specific deliverables as a member of the build and/or change teams in DBS •Perform some design activities and own documentation of processes – oversight of process / solution changes •Requirements gathering •Able to support multiple solutions •Client interaction – complex question support for client •Client requested adhoc projects •Possible Backup to Team Leader •Implement and test changes •Identify Innovations •Perform initial processing for clients and work to stabilize the process •Perform production support on more than one account/solution Required Skills: •Basic understanding of SQL, UNIX/LINUX, and ORACLE •Microsoft office •Able to communicate effectively both oral and written Nice to Have Skills: •Strong analytical/troubleshooting skills About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-10 18:31:50United StatesAcxiomIllinois29402ILDowners Grove, IL28605178http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28605178/jobUSAConwayTitle: TEAM LEADER DATA CTR OPS ANLST Location: Arkansas-Conway A team leader leads a team/s of associates within a unit or process area. Team Leaders play a critical role in providing day-to-day hands-on guidance, direction and support for a team of associates. *Accountable for team's overall goal attainment. Sets team objectives and priorities. Provides day to day leadership. *Monitors, tracks, evaluates and reports team's progress against designated objectives, priorities and standard metrics. *Delegates duties/tasks based on client business needs, associate strengths/expertise, and Acxiom's short and long term business goals. *Ensures each team member has clear, measurable goals. *Monitors and adjusts resource/team allocation to ensure efficiency and fairness. Acts as team's front line mentor and coach. Cultivates team member career development through individualized training/coaching and feedback. *Provides guidance and encouragement through the job role level movement (JRLM) process. *Serves as team spokesperson/representative to other internal teams, Acxiom leadership and clients. Moderates conflict resolution and resolves issues through team and individualized discussions. *Escalates unresolved issues to higher levels of management as appropriate. Administers team activities such as work planning, task scheduling, time off and team celebrations. *Explores alternatives to improve workload efficiency, reduce operating expense and increase responsiveness to supported areas. *Provides input on hiring, performance issues, compensation, performance reviews and terminations for team members. *Sets an example to team in terms of best practices, conflict resolution, change management, fairness, policy and process adherence. Exemplifies Acxiom's core and management competencies. Required Skills: *Must be able to work nights and weekends *Effective Communication Skills (written and verbal) *Ability to work in a team environment *Attention to detail *Ability to multi-task *Ability to coach others, ensure processes and procedures are up to date and followed *Facilitate cross training among different teams *Manage scheduling *Facilitate major incident calls with support team and client reps *Troubleshooting skills *Analytical Skills *Experience in high availibility/real time environment *Ability to coordinate actions through others *Service Desk (CASD) knowledge *Enthusiastic and willing to adapt to change Desired Skills: *Server knowledge (veritas) *Familiarity with the following tools: Remedy, CASD, and Introscope *Previous leadership/managerial experience About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-10 18:31:43United StatesAcxiomArkansas29405ARConway, AR28605175http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28605175/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE ASSET MANAGER Location: Arkansas-ConwayThe Software Asset Manager role should effectively manage all information technology asset management software-related items by ensuring daily and long-term strategic processes are performed. These processes include improving total cost of ownership and maintaining compliance across all clients/infrastructure.Required Skills: *5 years of experience in accounting, auditing, software licensing, software procurement, or data center operations. *Prefer candidates with experience in software licensing or asset management, quality control and auditing, and data evaluation, trend analysis, and detecting variance from the norm. Nice to have skills: *Software Asset Manager certification (via IAITAM or other credible organization) or other relevant ITAM experience. *Strong skills with Excel and preferably a reporting tool such as Crystal/Business Objects. *Attention to detail, ability to think abstractly and understand relationships between complex data elements. *Must be self-motivated to achieve excellence, take initiative to solve problems, and have strong communication skills. Follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in documentation and data. *Ability to provide analysis and make recommendations for the business. *Bachelors Degree in Computer Science. About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-10 18:31:34United StatesAcxiomArkansas29404ARConway, AR28605169http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28605169/jobUSALittle RockTitle: RESEARCH ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions and reports. Focuses on client project research or data development. Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations and / or builds data content in order to provide insight into product development and sales. Research Analyst responsibilities are determined by organizational need and may include the following responsibilities: *Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions. *Evaluates data, constructs models, builds data strategies and defines data segmentation. *Uncovers consumer behavioral patterns and determines ways to help improve clients' profitability and marketing returns. *Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations. *Provides pre and post delivery support: defining project requirements, developing proposals including costs and timing expectations, defining opportunities, delivering project expectations and delivering results. *Communicates project progress to affected associates and management. *Escalates issues as appropriate. *Utilizes reporting technologies to document and execute business requirements. *Facilitates the data segmentation through clustering techniques including K-means. *Runs pixel comparison counts and resolves discrepancies with appropriate networks. *Identifies measures to improve processes, increase efficiency and promote team's technical sophistication. *Automates and utilizes templates as appropriate. Stays informed and evaluates the latest Acxiom and industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies in order to keep research methods/processes technologically current. *Develops, maintains and shares best practices and designs and executes data development projects. *Analyzes data and develops models based on research. Works with teams to integrate research findings and models into Acxiom operations. Required Skills: *Graduate degree in math, statistics, or quantitative analysis. *High attention to detail. *Working knowlege of SAS, including SQL and SAS Macros. Desired Skills: *Use of InfoBase Demographic *Use of Census data About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-08 19:18:43United StatesAcxiomArkansas29399ARLittle Rock, AR28545456http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28545456/jobUSAConwayTitle: Systems Security Engineer / Architect Location: Arkansas-Conway We are looking for a knowledgeable team player with a strong security background. Candidate must possess a strong attention to detail, thorough understanding of networking, and be a logical thinker. Position would be to protect the network integrity of Acxiom and its IT outsourcing client environments. This is an exciting, fast paced environment with numerous opportunities to take part in a variety of security designs on many different vendor platforms. Working on Acxiom internal and external customer firewalls will challenge your engineering and design skills – are you up to the challenge? <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Position Summary: • Design, propose, & implement secured network environments • Configure, install, and troubleshoot Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, and Crossbeam solutions • Plan and implement software and hardware upgrades and migrations • Troubleshooting of IP network communications • Diagnose problems with firewalls, IPS, & proxy devices involved • Interface with vendors, clients and users to design security solutions Skills Required:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> • Knowledge of IP protocols • Candidate should possess 5 years of relevant experience with Checkpoint solutions or other security vendor • Typically requires BS/BA or equivalent • Unix command line experience • Strong communication skills • Must be comfortable in presenting both details to technical teams as well as business impact and risk analysis to leadership Skills Desired: • Checkpoint CCSE, Cisco CCSP, Crossbeam XOS, or Juniper JNCIS certification • Any information security certifications (CISSP, CISM, GSEC, SSCP, Security , etc ) • Experience with Checkpoint Secure Platform & UTM appliances • Unix shell scripting and PERL experience • Windows and/or Unix network application troubleshooting experience • Security/Network Disaster Recovery experience • Experience troubleshooting applications with a network sniffer • Contingency Planning • Good documentation and process diagramming skills • Unix administration skills • Network security forensic skills / certifications • Vulnerability assessment & remediation knowledge • Ethical hacking or penetration testing skills About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:36:15United StatesAcxiomArkansas29377ARConway, AR28436812http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436812/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Business Development Manager (Data Onboarding) Location: California-San Francisco Business Development Manager (Data On-boarding) Location: San Francisco, CA area or New York City, NY area, or Home-based opportunity JOB SUMMARY: Actively leads the process to rapidly increase Acxiom’s online reach by structuring and managing partnerships with the industry’s leading publishers, audience aggregators, and digital data and technology platforms. Plays a crucial role in securing and delivering valuable inventory to Acxiom’s clients and partners via next-generation online marketing and data management solutions. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: •Business development expertise – must be able to initiate conversations with partners, structure partnership agreements, build various business models, negotiate terms, and close deals •Digital Media & Advertising Expertise – must be able to converse at an advanced level with digital publishers, technology firms, and aggregators in the space. Includes knowledge of industry players, and data onboarding capabilities •Strategic Input – must be able to contribute meaningfully to the company’s digital data & products strategy as it applies to existing and adjacent markets and company’s capabilities •Stakeholder Orientation – must be able to proactively communicate concisely and precisely the status of all partner-related Workstreams to key product and account stakeholders •Partner Relationship Management – must be able to effectively manage various types and levels of partnerships for mutual benefit. •Privacy - must have demonstrated experience with and knowledge of consumer marketing data principles, to include data collection, compilation, and privacy practices in multiple regions/countries •Must have strong skills in developing financial estimates and distribution scenario models in Excel •Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, to include development of marketing content, proposals, paid consulting deliverables, and thought leadership content •Must have strong research skills (market, competitor, supplier, prospecting) •Must be a driven, self-starter •Able to travel 20 – 50% •BA/BS NICE TO HAVE SKILLS: •Global experience •3-5 years experience in a business development/account management role •2 years experience in the digital/data/online ad media space •Existing industry contacts •MBA About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:53United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29388CASan Francisco, CA28436803http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436803/jobUSAConwayTitle: SR COMPONENT BUSINESS ANALYST Location: Arkansas-ConwayThe Business Analyst interfaces with client and internal business teams regarding business problems, issues and opportunities in the context of business requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle. Analyzes complex business information, translates requirements into functional specifications and champions client and/or internal business needs while balancing climate, priorities, capabilities and constraints of client and Acxiom environments. Duties and Responsibilities: *Elicits information based on client and/or internal business needs; documents requirements and translates requirements into functional specifications adhering to Acxiom’s Project Management and Business Analyst methodologies. *Synthesizes complex information into concise, readable, unambiguous language. Owns written requirements/specifications, acceptance, traceability matrix and related documents from creation and modification through solution delivery. *Analyzes feasibility and resource changes as a result of requirements modifications through impact analysis reporting. Informs and advises affected parties of business impact. *Champions the business needs and “pain points” of the client and/or internal team while balancing the climate, priorities, capabilities and constraints of both client and Acxiom. *Assists in testing phases, including test development and requirement test acceptance. *Raises concerns that may impede test acceptance. Remediates issues. Understands testing methodologies (e.g. Agile in order to effectively work with test teams. *Develops, maintains and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of clients’ and Acxiom’s technical environments. Required Skills: *Develops, maintains and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of clients’ and Acxiom’s technical and business environments. Considered as value-add by the customer to their business success. *2-4 years experience writing detailed business and functional requirements *At least 2 years experience with database marketing, direct marketing or interactive marketing environments *3-5 years experience working in an external client facing environment *At least 2 years experience with the solution development lifecycle *Considered knowledgeable on use of Acxiom Delivery Methodology Requirements Engineering and Change Management procedures *Considered knowledgeable on Acxiom organization structure and culture, the Acxiom Delivery Methodology and typical Delivery Tools. Considered knowledgeable of Acxiom products, services, and solutions. *Begin working towards Certified Business Analysis Professional Certification *The associate is expected to be fully functional and self-directed on medium to complex projects. *The associate is involved in technical, development, or account related projects or processes that may be critical to the medium to large company, division, or unit. *The associate is expected to be able to interface with upper-level internal and mid to upper-level client stakeholders and communicate effectively. *Excellent Client facing skills. *Confident ability to understand complex database marketing solutions and extract requirements from client successfully. Note: travel 10-20% About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:50United StatesAcxiomArkansas29302ARConway, AR28436791http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436791/jobUSANew YorkTitle: Digital Solutions Coordinator Location: New York-New York The Digital Solutions Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day management of client eMarketing campaigns, responding to client questions, and working with other technical and analytic groups within Digital Impact/Acxiom to ensure client campaigns are executed in a timely and accurate manner. Specific responsibilities include: *Responsible for campaign execution according to program goals. *Owns campaign targeting, testing, QA, scheduling, enabling, tracking, data monitoring; oversees content integration and editing. *Assist in preparation and presentation of monthly/quarterly and ad-hoc queries and reports. *Provide best practices to clients as related to email creative and campaigns. *Seek out process efficiencies within and across client programs. *Provide insight to account team on client needs on a regular basis. *Assist with quality tracking, billing inputs, and time tracking. *Manage day-to-day relationship with client counterparts. Required Skills/Abilities: *Must have a strong numbers sense. *Superior time management skills. *Proven ability to solve problems. *Client management or client-interfacing experience. *Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. *Marketing knowledge, educational or work. *Analytical - reporting comprehension and/or experience. *Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. *Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience. Preferred Skills/Experience: *Agency experience or experience working with 3rd party providers. *High-tech experience a strong plus. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:45United StatesAcxiomNew York29392NYNew York, NY28436774http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436774/jobUSAConwayTitle: DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) for any of our US locations: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * Hands-on experience in systems database administration in Oracle 11g in large production environments. * Must possess a good understanding of the Oracle Golden Gate architecture and have experience configuring OGG in Linux (RHEL and zLinux) environments * Experience working on RAC, ASM, Grid Control and RMAN environments * Current practical experience debugging and trouble-shooting * Oracle Golden Gate About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:35United StatesAcxiomArkansas29387ARConway, AR28436767http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436767/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Product Data Specialist Intern for Conway, AR: PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST INTERN- TURKISH LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED * Ensures product data complies with established product management procedures, project requirements and service level agreements. * Prepares, analyzes and audits source data. Executes procedures for new data sources, workflows, product builds and process flows. * Prepares and analyzes source data. Performs datamart extractions and migrations. * Researches and resolves data/process issues according to product management or client specifications. * Provide data, analysis and recommendations to support product enhancement and product development. * Advises product management on process improvements and/or optimum use of data. Audits and analyzes product / source data to validate and identify changes in data elements and groupings. Ensure all changes are documented in appropriate venues. * Ensures compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Collaborates with product management, development, data acquisition and data vendors to ensure overall data integrity. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Maintains data and/or product subject matter expertise in order to effectively identify, interpret and communicate trends. REQUIRED SKILLS * Candidate should be fluent in Turkish and English verbal and written. * They should either have experience of working with Turkish name and address data or be a native Turkish speaker. * Candidate must have basic computer skills including MS Office and Outlook. DESIRED SKILLS * Experience with using IBM datastage would be nice to have as would experience using a data analytical tool or experience performing data analysis using generic tools such as spreadsheets and SQL queries. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:32United StatesAcxiomArkansas29389ARConway, AR28436761http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436761/jobUSAConwayTitle: PRODUCT ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Product Analyst Location: Conway, Arkansas Responsibilities: •Researches, monitors and analyzes client technology issues, needs, experiences, expectations and abilities. •Acts as end-user/client advocate in regards to design, production and product enhancement. •Presents /communicates product analysis and recommendations to affected Acxiom teams. •Provides root cause analysis on end-user product issues. •Collaborates with various teams regarding projects, product issues, pitfalls, etc. •Assists in the evaluation of issue priority and provides front line response to various internal groups regarding product and solution support. •Provides suggestions for issue resolution, focusing on long term consequences. •Works with end-users to test resolutions. •Monitors and assists with scheduled jobs, product planning, development, delivery and product improvement. •Communicates project status to clients. •Measures and assesses client satisfaction. •Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Basic Requirements: •Experience working directly with end users and customers, especially in interpreting and translating end user perceptions and requirements into technical solutions. •Experience configuring parameters that establish or modify functionality and behaviors in large-scale interactive applications such as ticketing systems, scheduling systems, monitoring systems, asset management and discovery systems, etc. •An affinity for problem-solving and troubleshooting. •Good verbal and written communication skills. Nice to Have Skills: •Experience writing SQL queries for extracting data or creating reports from relational databases. •Experience writing technical documentation such as procedure documents, knowledge documents, or process documents, with attention to accuracy and detail. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-04 18:35:31United StatesAcxiomArkansas29378ARConway, AR28436756http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28436756/jobUSAConwayTitle: STORAGE ARCHITECT Location: Arkansas-Conway The Storage Architect (SA) is responsible for helping lead Acxiom’s storage technologies, file systems and general infrastructure strategies (including virtualization) focused on our marketing services and data product business lines. Will help ensure solutions are designed and delivered to meet business requirements and align with Acxiom overall business and enterprise technical vision. The architect assists in solution communications using a consultative approach with affected project architects, enterprise architects, lead developers and product management throughout implementation. We’re looking for energetic individuals that wish to be a part of a rapidly growing and progressive part of Acxiom and play an important part in growing our business. Responsibilities: The Storage Architect will help serve as a technical point of contact on infrastructure and software architectures/designs. This position requires the ability to make recommendations on viability and improvements. The SA will contribute knowledge to business and technical requirements. Will help with enterprise architectures that are added to the corporate standards for future design/client implementations. The SA will: *Contribute to infrastructure virtualization and transformation initiatives. *Assist in creating technical reference architectures, standards and providing input on the technical/reference architectures. *Help with creating and providing input on the marketing services & product enterprise technical roadmaps. *Share ownership on enterprise architecture deliverables including: review of the requirements and assumptions; systems infrastructure diagrams; enterprise Software component architecture (3rd party and Acxiom developed); high-level dataflow, process, and interaction diagrams; initial financial analysis (if GPE Architecture-driven process); reviewing and providing feedback on development artifacts. *Collaborate on Enterprise Continuous Improvement. *Accountable for understanding Acxiom development methodologies as well as other processes across the company (i.e. procurement, data center, etc.) in order to accomplish tasks. Required Skills / Experience: *Storage and File Systems covering the following areas: installation, configuration, provisioning, monitoring, troubleshooting and tuning at the HW, file system and application level, capacity management and planning, backup and replication, high availability and disaster recovery planning, definition/communication of standards and best practices. *Competency in the following domains: Infrastructure (including servers and network, sans), Virtualization, Systems Management, Database, Security Architecture. *Grid or equivalent operating system administration experience (Linux, Windows). *Understanding of concepts and technology in areas of storage, file systems, network, firewall, operations management, etc. Desired Skills / Experience *Knowledge of VMware VCP, storage, etc. *Cisco UCS (installation, configuration). * NetApp, IBM and/or EMC/Isilon storage technologies *Application development (batch and/or real-time). *Agile / Scrum Development Methodology. **Hadoop / MapReduce for applications and Big Data Analytics. *Security (infrastructure and application). *Low Latency / Performance Tuning *ITSM/ITIL Framework *NoSQL storage knowledge About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-02 20:38:20United StatesAcxiomArkansas29373ARConway, AR28340169http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28340169/jobUSACape CoralTitle: PRODUCT MANAGER Location: Florida-Cape Coral Directs the comprehensive product strategy. Functions as a central resource with design, manufacturing, quality, test, marketing and distribution. Transforms client's vision into a market-driven product roadmap in alignment with client needs and Acxiom's vision. *Directs those involved in the design, modification and evaluation of all phases of a specific product or group of products. *Formulates and executes long-term plans for cost/profit control. *Solicit and prioritize clear and documented requirements from clients and presents the requirements to the project development team. *Proposes value propositions and solutions for new products and enhancements. *Consolidates and synthesizes requirements from cross-functional and geographically dispersed organizations across various technology and operational disciplines. *Ensures product development team understands client's priorities. Participate fully to identify major risks to the project and strive for mitigation. *Tracks, measures and communicates product plan. Defines product characteristics used for quality control and metrics. *Drives roadmap, managing product priorities and providing a direct interface with PMP/MSF and/or technical standards/development methods. *Builds appropriate business plan to justify resources needed to sustain current tools, filling the functional feature/tools gaps, refactoring/replacing existing tools where required and delivering on client's vision. *Recommends cost effective pricing strategies. Monitors product fitness by following budget, revenue, customer satisfaction and profitability data. *Monitors client needs, experiences, expectations and problems as a basis for product improvement. *Monitors product quality in development and delivery. Evaluates product readiness. *Communicates to customers concerning project status and ensure they are aware of any risks. *Develops implementation plan. Coordinates and assures pre-sales technical support. *Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Required Skills: *5 years of previous product management experience of platforms, web applications or similar tools. *Experience learning to use multiple web applications and light level back end technical knowledge. *Ability to interact with internal and external clients demonstrating strong communication and ability to translate client and market needs into features for suite of self serve tools. *Ability to create sound business cases, business plans, requirements and presentations for products. *Ability to prioritize and focus, with strict attention to detail. *Ability to work in ambuigious environment. Desired Skills: *Exposure to advanced product solutions (data enhancements, hygiene, email, appending, multiple data sourced solutions. *Experience in Marketing Services product management. *Experience in interfact usability. *BA/BS degree specifically in product management, advertising, marketing or business or equivalent work experience. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-02 20:38:02United StatesAcxiomFlorida29359FLCape Coral, FL28340136http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28340136/jobUSAConwayTitle: APPLICATION DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain existing Acxiom Sharepoint sites • Assist in enhancement/upgrade projects • Build new sites as required • Document work • Adhere to the project management methodology documented in the workflow process • Work in a team environment Required skills: • C# • ASP.NET • .NET Framework 2.0 and higher • Business Data Connectivity • SharePoint 2010 – branding, customizing and as a development platform • SharePoint 2010 - Workflows development and deployment • SharePoint 2010 - Features development and deployment • SharePoint 2010 - Configuration of web applications, site collections, sub sites etc. programmatically and via PowerShell • SharePoint 2010 - Web Part development and deployment • Knowledge of SQL Server 2005 and greater Nice to have: • InfoPath 2010, Excel Services 2010 and other enterprise features of SharePoint 2010 • Knowledge of common SharePoint integration tools e.g. metalogix, StoragePoint, Axceler Control Point • MS SharePoint certifications About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-02 20:37:35United StatesAcxiomArkansas29375ARConway, AR28340046http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28340046/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: RESEARCH ANALYST (Expert MicroStrategy Developer) Location: California-Foster City •Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions and reports. •Focuses on client project research or data development. •Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations and / or builds data content in order to provide insight into product development and sales. •Research Analyst responsibilities are determined by organizational need and may include the following responsibilities: •Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions. •Evaluates data, constructs models, builds data strategies and defines data segmentation. •Uncovers consumer behavioral patterns and determines ways to help improve clients' profitability and marketing returns. •Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations. •Provides pre and post delivery support: defining project requirements, developing proposals including costs and timing expectations, defining opportunities, delivering project expectations and delivering results. •Communicates project progress to affected associates and management. •Escalates issues as appropriate. •Utilizes reporting technologies to document and execute business requirements. •Facilitates the data segmentation through clustering techniques including K-means. •Runs pixel comparison counts and resolved discrepancies with appropriate networks. Identifies measures to improve processes, increase efficiency and promote team's technical sophistication. •Automates and utilizes templates as appropriate. •Stays informed and evaluates the latest Acxiom and industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies in order to keep research methods/processes technologically current. •Develops, maintains and shares best practices. •Designs and executes data development projects. •Analyses data and develops models based on research. •Works with teams to integrate research findings and models into Acxiom operations. •Must know MicroStrategy very well, and have experience in BI development & installation maintenance using MicroStrategy in a multi-tenant environment. •Data warehousing knowledge, other BI tools. •Preferece to prior work in marketing. •Preference to prior work in product/project management. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-02 20:37:28United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29376CAFoster City, CA28340026http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28340026/jobUSAConwayTitle: DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) for any of our US locations: The DBA creates, maintains, designs, monitors and troubleshoots Acxiom or client databases. They use specific relational database management systems, develop and implement database recovery mechanisms and procedures, coordinate security measures to safeguard database integrity, and support 24x7 database environments, ensuring systems availability, backup. Duties and Responsibilities: * Support and recoverability, optimal performance, alerting and paging, security and operational efficiency. * Performs software installation, database creation, configurations, migrations and upgrades. * Performs archival, back-up and recovery procedures. Improves recoverability time by creating, maintaining and updating recovery/restore processes. * Backups mechanisms may include using exports, RMAN hot backups, and/or customized automated scripts. * Performs database related projects which may include server upgrades, expansions, security and/or production automation projects. * Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Additional Database Administrator responsibilities are determined by department need and may include the following duties and responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. * Follows company specific procedures when making all changes in client environment through tools such as CA Service Desk. * Responsible for Acxiom/client deliverables such as status reporting, inventory counts, and time tracking. * Provides guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients on database related questions. * Provides capacity planning/space management. * Reorganizes as appropriate to reclaim space. * Tests databases and performs the necessary modifications (including patches) to remedy bugs. * Specifies users and user access levels, permissions and privileges for each segment of database. * Makes recommendations on improving database management. Required Skills: * Hands-on experience with Oracle Golden Gate (OGG) 11g skills in large production environments * Solid understanding of the OGG architecture and have experience configuring OGG in Linux (RHEL and zLinux) environments * Experience with replication and impacts on application design system configuration * Experience working with OGG on RAC and ASM environments * Current practical experience debugging and trouble-shooting * Able to teach other team members to support OGG * Grid control Nice to Have Skills: * Oracle ASM * RMAN About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-05-02 20:37:00United StatesAcxiomArkansas29374ARConway, AR28339883http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28339883/jobUSAConwayTitle: SYSTEM/ENGINEER/ARCHITECT/ADMI Location: Arkansas-ConwayJob Summary: The System Engineer working in the Infrastructure Architecture Lab designs, constructs, tests and implements basic and complex integrated server hardware, storage and software solutions and distributed computing solutions. They monitor performance to identify and resolve system infrastructure problems. The role will take on the responsibility for technical infrastructure projects and completing them on time within a highly available 24x7 environment. Responsibilities: *Coordination of installation and setup of new equipment, and coordination of changes with appropriate support organizations *Submit appropriate tickets for work to be performed and monitor completion *Develop and provide metrics to validate up time SLAs are met *Coordinates the testing of new assets with client Testing resources, including define and develop processes to proactively monitor systems under test, evaluate and document results of tests performed *Provide general user support for the rest of the team *Configure and deploy DASD and network switches and routers *Maintain Inventory *Coordinates the decommissioning and removal of older equipment as necessary *Stay abreast of software releases for all system software, schedule software updates as necessary, coordinate downtime with the appropriate teams and the customer *Submission of hardware and software quote requests *Submission of appropriate business cases for procurement *Implementation and maintenance of environment Security Policy and procedures *Perform user access administration *Maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. *Keeps informed and evaluates the latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Required Skills: *Experience of working with operating systems, tools, RDBMS, etc. (Examples include SAS, SyncSort, Oracle, XMedic, FTP) *Must possess high-degree of analytical and critical thinking skills *Must possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills *Self-motivated with an aptitude and desire to learn *Strong written and verbal communication skills *Good attention to detail *Ability to lift up to 35 lbs of equipment in the lab Nice to Have Skills: *Certified RHCE *General understanding of networking and hardware configurations *Experience with NoSQL technologies *Software development skills *Knowledge of networking basics *Experience working with web, application, and networked environments *Basic hardware troubleshooting skills *Knowledge of system testing best practices and methodologies *Experience of monitoring tools *Ability to interface with high-level client stakeholders *Experience in design and process improvement Preferred Educational Criteria: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-30 19:08:15United StatesAcxiomArkansas29362ARConway, AR28274397http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28274397/jobUSAConwayTitle: SR NETWORK ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway Senior Network Engineer •The Network Engineer designs, implements, configures, troubleshoots, analyzes and supports Acxiom's networks. •They are responsible for maintaining network stability, hardware and software. •They monitor Acxiom network(s) to ensure network availability to all system users. •Implements, configures, analyzes and supports Acxiom's internal data communications systems which may include the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet system or network system segment(s). •Designs network solutions with internal Acxiom teams and external clients based on need and capabilities. •Provides change management. •Maintains computer networks and related computing environments including cable plants, wiring and all other computer hardware, systems software, applications software and configurations. •Coordinates with vendors for installations that may include routers, concentrators and switches. •Performs Network disaster recovery operations. •Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, or other network and system problems and replaces defective components when necessary. •Provides real time escalation response for support issues. •Provides incident management. •Creates and maintains metrics on network performance. •Acts as focal point for all network reviews. •Monitors network performance, determines whether adjustments should to be made and makes suggestions for improvements. •Conducts performance engineering for complex cross functional network related projects. •Keeps informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. •Maintains integrity and relevance of systems data and network management tools. •Evaluates new products. •Provides network training and assists with proposal writing. •Conducts project planning and implementation, cost analysis and vendor comparisons. •Documents hardware specifications and data communication circuit ordering information and asset management. •Oversees the acquisition and administration of maintenance contracts. Required skills: •Expert level network troubleshooting experience in large-scale IP environments •Knowledge of and demonstrated operating experience in more than one of the following technologies: o LAN/MAN/WAN design o Frame Relay o MPLS o VoIP o QoS o Optical networking o Wireless o VPN and remote access •Knowledge of Network management, network availability, and capacity planning •Knowledge of and experience with routers, switches, and VPN concentrators (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Nortel (Bay) Networks, etc.) •Knowledge of and experience with voice and media systems (e.g., Avaya Definity/Intuity, Cisco Telepresence, etc.) •Knowledge of and experience with security systems (e.g., Cisco PIX/ASA, Check Point, IronPort, Blue Coat, etc.) •Knowledge in LAN/WAN network support, firewall support, management, availability, and troubleshooting •Knowledge of CA IT Management tools •5 - 7 years experience with Check Point or Cisco security solutions •Demonstrated technical knowledge and consultative skills •Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills •Strong problem solving skills (e.g., ability to assess a problem and determine an effective course of action) •Ability to work effectively with others and add value as a team member Nice to have skills: •Desired Skills and Experience 5-7 years Network Engineering with CCIE Cisco certification •Load balance expertise (Gss,Ace,F5) •Wireless, Cisco Nexus Platform About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-27 20:26:41United StatesAcxiomArkansas29351ARConway, AR28241366http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28241366/jobUSAConwayTitle: DECISION SUPPORT ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway This position is available for a unique work schedule in Conway, AR or Little Rock, AR: Monday - Thursday 2pm - 12am 10pm - 8am Friday - Sunday 7am - 8pm 7pm - 8am The Decision Support Analyst provides data, analysis, and recommendations to support multiple technical operations and assure client satisfaction. Specializes in assisting customers with business solution definition through campaign management tools and/or processes. Designs and implements desktop solutions to support business solution. Assists clients with server solution deployments and system integration; including installation, configuration, testing and implementation. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provides decision support services to measure operations performance, customer satisfaction, and cost effectiveness. Responsible for application administration (extraction) and application user training. * Responsible for role related processes which may include but not limited to: the SQL build process, fulfillment process, reporting and analytics, telesource/EDA process, acquisition campaign build process, PCR process and NCOA process. * Designs, codes and tests user environments. Gathers user environment requirements. * Installs, configures and tests user applications. * Documents and conducts performance monitoring and tuning for user applications and environments. * Provides consultation, support and communication to teams and clients. Consults and trains client on campaign management tools and/or processes. Required Skills: * Technical skills * Strong communication skills * Java Nice to Have Skills: * Real Time Web Services * MySQL * SQL * Linux * DROOLS * ActiveVOS * HTTP * SOAP * JBoss * J2EE About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-26 19:36:58United StatesAcxiomArkansas29344ARConway, AR28206377http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28206377/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: WEB/INTERNET DEVELOPER Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Web/Internet Developers: * Perform programming tasks to promote internal and external customer skills in using computer technology. * Research customer technical capabilities/needs and develop programs to improve customer applications. * Assist in educating customers regarding Acxiom developed products, functions, designs, and technical alternatives. * Develop Intranet applications using core technologies. * Participate in requirements gathering and planning with clients. * Program in various technical languages and applications. * Create and implement testing practices to ensure product satisfaction. * Present products, functions, designs, and technical alternatives to Acxiom Leadership and clients. * 2-3 years of .Net experience. * Web application based knowledge (page lifecycle events). * Web-services (both calling and implementing). * Windows Service application creation. * Strong Written/Verbal communication skills. * Formal SDLC experience. About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o /> With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-26 19:36:10United StatesAcxiomIllinois29080ILDowners Grove, IL28206371http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28206371/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST Location: Arkansas-Conway PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST -THAI LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED Acxiom anticipates the following need for August 2012: * Ensures product data complies with established product management procedures, project requirements and service level agreements. * Prepares, analyzes and audits source data. Executes procedures for new data sources, workflows, product builds and process flows. * Prepares and analyzes source data. Performs datamart extractions and migrations. * Researches and resolves data/process issues according to product management or client specifications. * Provide data, analysis and recommendations to support product enhancement and product development. * Advises product management on process improvements and/or optimum use of data. Audits and analyzes product / source data to validate and identify changes in data elements and groupings. Ensure all changes are documented in appropriate venues. * Ensures compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Collaborates with product management, development, data acquisition and data vendors to ensure overall data integrity. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Maintains data and/or product subject mater expertise in order to effectively identify, interpret and communicate trends. REQUIRED SKILLS: * Candidate should be fluent in Thai and English verbal and written. * They should either have experience of working with Thai name and address data or be from Thailand. * Candidate must have basic computer skills including MS Office and Outlook. DESIRED SKILLS: * Experience with using IBM datastage would be nice to have as would experience using a data analytical tool or experience performing data analysis using generic tools such as spreadsheets and SQL queries. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-23 20:25:37United StatesAcxiomArkansas29315ARConway, AR28080729http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28080729/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: STORAGE RESOURCE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Illinois-Downers Grove *Storage Resource Administrators maintain Acxiom's large-scale technical storage resources. *Manage/Install hardware/software upgrades. *Participate in system testing and Disaster Recovery Testing. *Problem management & tracking as well as contingency planning. *Report creation/management for capacity planning. *Technology Evaluation. *They ensure satisfactory data storage resources, capacity, and management. *Evaluate, recommend, and set-up data storage capabilities for hardware and software. *Perform data allocation control, archival, and relocation to ensure efficient use of data storage resources. *Monitor, report, and analyze data storage to ensure adequate system capacity, tuning, and accounting. *Maintain client data and application processes in accordance with service level agreements. Required skills: *EMC DMX / VMAX, Netapp FAS / V-Series Nice to have skills: *EMC Symmterix / VMAX, Netapp About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-23 20:25:24United StatesAcxiomIllinois29323ILDowners Grove, IL28080722http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28080722/jobUSAConwayTitle: PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST Location: Arkansas-Conway PRODUCT DATA SPECIALIST -KOREAN LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED: * Ensures product data complies with established product management procedures, project requirements and service level agreements. * Prepares, analyzes and audits source data. Executes procedures for new data sources, workflows, product builds and process flows. * Prepares and analyzes source data. Performs datamart extractions and migrations. * Researches and resolves data/process issues according to product management or client specifications. * Provide data, analysis and recommendations to support product enhancement and product development. * Advises product management on process improvements and/or optimum use of data. Audits and analyzes product / source data to validate and identify changes in data elements and groupings. Ensure all changes are documented in appropriate venues. * Ensures compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Collaborates with product management, development, data acquisition and data vendors to ensure overall data integrity. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Maintains data and/or product subject matter expertise in order to effectively identify, interpret and communicate trends. REQUIRED SKILLS: * Candidate should be fluent in Korean and English verbal and written. * They should either have experience of working with Korean name and address data or be from Korea. * Candidate must have basic computer skills including MS Office and Outlook. DESIRED SKILLS: * Experience with using IBM datastage would be nice to have as would experience using a data analytical tool or experience performing data analysis using generic tools such as spreadsheets and SQL queries. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-23 20:24:53United StatesAcxiomArkansas29314ARConway, AR28080696http://acxiom.jobs/xml/28080696/jobUSALittle RockTitle: PRODUCT MANAGER Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Job Role: Product Manager Location: Central Arkansas Responsibilities: *Provides the comprehensive product strategy. *Functions as a central resource with design, manufacturing, quality, test, marketing and distribution. *Transforms client’s vision into a market-driven product roadmap in alignment with client needs and Acxiom’s vision. *Directs those involved in the design, modification and evaluation of all phases of a specific product or group of products. *Formulates and executes long-term plans for cost/profit control. *Specific emphasis for this Product Manager role will be on developing and driving the roadmap associated with Acxiom Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). Required Skills: *Ability to solicit and prioritize clear and documented requirements. *Communication of product plan. *Clarity in expressing the business needs behind proposed infrastructure products. Nice to Have Skills: *Data Center Operations. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-18 18:21:42United StatesAcxiomArkansas29239ARLittle Rock, AR27977935http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27977935/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: California-Foster City Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Acxiom is looking for software developers with hands-on experience developing web based applications to help build one of a kind on-line marketing platform that will help our clients to better target marketing messages and offers in a privacy compliant manner. Software developers are required to participate in the complete life-cycle of the project utilizing agile development methodology. Key responsibilities include helping develop user stories, plan sprints and releases, estimate work, develop software and unit test. The work is performed in a team environment with team members who may be geographically separated. Required skills (some or most of these): *Hands-on experience developing high performance Web applications *Working knowledge of http/html, XML, CSS, Javascript *Java *Python, Php, Perl or Ruby on Rails and Shell scripting *Apache/Tomcat, JBoss, J2EE/EJB *SQL, MySql, Oracle, SQLServer or DB2 *Developing programs in Unix (any flavor) and Windows environments *Experience with code repositories and build tools like Maven or Ant *Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies and programming languages *Self-starter and team player *SOAP/Restful services Nice to have skills: *Big Data, No SQL, Map Reduce *Analytics *Hadoop, Cassandra *JSF, Seam, Hibernate *Mongo *CouchDB About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-18 18:21:21United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29289CAFoster City, CA27977920http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27977920/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: California-Foster City Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Acxiom is looking for software developers with hands-on experience developing web based applications to help build one of a kind on-line marketing platform that will help our clients to better target marketing messages and offers in a privacy compliant manner. Software developers are required to participate in the complete life-cycle of the project utilizing agile development methodology. Key responsibilities include helping develop user stories, plan sprints and releases, estimate work, develop software and unit test. The work is performed in a team environment with team members who may be geographically separated. Required skills (some or most of these): *Hands-on experience developing high performance Web applications *Working knowledge of http/html, XML, CSS, Javascript *Java *Python, Php, Perl or Ruby on Rails and Shell scripting *Apache/Tomcat, JBoss, J2EE/EJB *SQL, MySql, Oracle, SQLServer or DB2 *Developing programs in Unix (any flavor) and Windows environments *Experience with code repositories and build tools like Maven or Ant *Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies and programming languages *Self-starter and team player *SOAP/Restful services Nice to have skills: *Big Data, No SQL, Map Reduce *Analytics *Hadoop, Cassandra *JSF, Seam, Hibernate *Mongo *CouchDB About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-18 18:21:13United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29288CAFoster City, CA27977912http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27977912/jobUSAConwayTitle: SR MGR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Location: Arkansas-Conway Job Role: Senior Manager of Facilities Management Location: Central Arkansas Responsibilities: •Oversee and manage team through the identification of needed capital expenditures, estimating budget needs, scope requirements, contracting of work and timely completion of Planned and Unplanned projects throughout Acxiom U.S. locations. •Collaborate with team to develop strategic asset plans for existing properties. •Provide cost analysis and budget projections necessary to maintain company's assets in accordance with acceptable standards. •Budget responsibility for U.S. locations. •Assures effective communication standards are maintained in updating field team and Operational partners. •Support National Programs and Initiatives to ensure success. •Research and recommend procedures, processes and services for continuous improvement in the delivery of results. •Collaborate in the development of national contracts and agreements. •Travel to properties understand existing conditions, inspect work progress or validated work was completed meets standards. •Develop and manage business relationships with customers, vendors, general contractors, engineers and consultants. •Resolution of minor land use issues and compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations imposed by government organizations. •Providing emergency response as needed. •Assisting with due diligence for acquisitions as needed. Required Skills: •A minimum of 5 years of experience in directly managing a team with multisite responsibility in a facilities or construction related field. •Technical experience in construction, contracting and facilities management. •The ability to hire talent, mentor, coach and motivate direct reports in the pursuit of their goals and objectives. •A customer centric attitude with the ability to collaborate, communicate and interact with various management levels within the organization. •Proficient with MS Office, Exchange, and Project and ability to learn new software as needed. •Be physically capable of performing property inspections, including climbing ladders and walking on roof tops. •A successful track record in multi-location asset management. •A 4-year degree is preferred. •Previous experience supporting large raised floor Data Center environments is a definite plus. Note: There is no relocation assistance available for this role. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-18 18:20:40United StatesAcxiomArkansas29249ARConway, AR27977897http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27977897/jobUSAConwayTitle: Systems Security Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway We are looking for a knowledgeable team player with a strong security background. Candidate must possess a strong attention to detail, thorough understanding of security and networking; and be a logical thinker. The successful candidate must also be able to clearly communicate technical security concepts and issues to both end users, as well as client leadership, at all levels of technical background. Position would be to protect the network integrity of Acxiom and its IT outsourcing client environments. This is an exciting, fast paced environment with numerous opportunities to take part in a variety of security designs on many different vendor platforms. Working on Acxiom internal and external customer firewalls will challenge your engineering and design skills – are you up to the challenge? <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Position Summary: • Design, propose, & implement secured network environments • Configure, install, and troubleshoot Checkpoint, Cisco, and Juniper solutions • Work with Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, Crossbeam, and Intel platforms and appliances • Configure, install, and troubleshoot proxy solutions from Bluecoat, Cisco, and other vendors • Support IPS solutions from McAfee, Checkpoint, and Cisco • Plan and implement software and hardware upgrades and migrations • Troubleshooting of IP network communications • Diagnose connectivity problems with firewalls, IPS, & proxy devices involved • Interface with vendors, clients and users to design security solutions Skills Required:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> • Knowledge of IP protocols • Candidate should possess 5 years of relevant experience with Checkpoint solutions or other security vendor or a bachelors degree in a computer science or information security field, or equivalent. • Unix command line experience • Strong communication skills • Capable of handling technical presentations in support of both the sales teams, as well as technical issues / risk analysis when required for security topics. Skills Desired: • Checkpoint CCSE, Cisco CCSP, Crossbeam XOS, or Juniper JNCIS certification • Any information security certifications (CISSP, CISM, GSEC, SSCP, Security , etc ) • Experience with Checkpoint Secure Platform & UTM appliances • Unix shell scripting and PERL experience • Windows and/or Unix network application troubleshooting experience • Security/Network Disaster Recovery experience • Experience troubleshooting applications with a network sniffer • Contingency Planning • Good documentation and process diagramming skills • Unix administration skills • Network security forensic skills / certifications • Vulnerability assessment & remediation knowledge • Ethical hacking or penetration testing skills About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-16 20:18:04United StatesAcxiomArkansas29235ARConway, AR27929049http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27929049/jobUSALittle RockTitle: TESTER DELIVERY Location: Arkansas-Little Rock * Creates and develops test scripts, test conditions, test procedures and expected results for one or more test plans, including product, component, and assembly, performance, and user acceptance tests. * Creates test data if required; responsible for the analysis, design, execution and maintenance of automated and manual testing, reporting of test results and defect management. * Analyzes defects to determine root cause. * Reports bugs for analysis. * Validates fixes and ensures follow through to all test cycles. * Tracks defects. * Executes test scripts and analyzes outcomes. * Develops and maintains testing standards and procedures. * Documents, organizes and maintains the actual results and metrics in the appropriate testing tools. * Prepares documentation to hand off to the Account Teams for production. * Requires Master degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field with no experience OR Bachelor degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field plus 2 years experience. * Academic training or experience must include: Operating Systems – Linux/Unix skills, SQL queries, and Testing Methodology. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-15 22:16:33United StatesAcxiomArkansas29228ARLittle Rock, AR27905881http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27905881/jobUSAConwayTitle: Enterprise Architect Location: Arkansas-Conway The Enterprise Architect role is responsible for setting direction of the technical roadmap and the supporting technical architecture for the corporation. This organizational-wide view covers multiple products, platforms, environments and solutions and involves evaluating factors such as market and technology trends, business goals, corporate vision, and cost considerations. The Enterprise Architect focuses on identifying solution patterns, as well as, evangelizing and enforcing standards in order to increase reusability across the company. The Enterprise Architect may also be called upon to provide domain expertise, performance analysis, and remediation recommendations, in order to ensure clients/projects are properly serviced. RESPONSIBILITIES: *Responsible for creating technical reference architectures, standards, and providing input on the technical/reference architecture. *Audit the standards created by the Architecture Review Board / Delivery Review Board, Solutions Review Board. *Review infrastructure and security architectures and designs and making recommendations on viability, improvements, and adjudication input when conflicts or disagreements arise. *Assist with enterprise architectures that are added to the corporate standards for future design/client implementations. *Responsible for creating and providing input on the marketing services enterprise technical roadmaps, including: identifying the capability that is the focus of the roadmap, identifying critical system requirements and their targets; assessing major technology areas; assessing multi-national impact (if applicable); performing prototyping / POC of the new technologies identifying technology drivers, targets, and helping with technology direction; providing technical alternatives; providing time & cost implications. *Accountable for providing input on large scope solutions or internal project architecture that are outside the corporate standards. Responsible for owning enterprise architecture deliverables, including: review of the requirements and assumptions; systems infrastructure diagrams; enterprise Security component architecture (3rd party and Acxiom developed); high-level dataflow, process, and interaction diagrams; initial financial analysis (if GPE Architecture-driven process); reviewing and providing feedback on development artifacts. *Responsible for developing enterprise architecture standards and providing facilitation, communication, and education around those standards. *Accounts for multi-national deployment requirements when and where applicable. *Collaborates on Enterprise Continuous Improvement. *Responsible for lab & technology pioneering, including POC, database, technology evaluation and certification. *Responsible for staying up-to-date with emerging industry/technology trends. *Application frameworks Real-time & Batch, Virtualization & Grid, Marketing Solutions, Application & Solution Availability, Systems Management, Database, GUI, Global, Release, Data Management, Operations, Capacity Management). *Responsible for covering several architecture domains (Security and Infrastructure. Accountable for understanding Acxiom development methodologies as well as other processes across the company (i.e. procurement, data center, etc.) in order to accomplish tasks. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: *The Enterprise Architect role does not have direct reports but may mentor less experienced architects, development, or other technical associates. Skills or Experience Required: *VMware (architecture) *IBM, Cisco *Database Oracle Microsoft *RHEL, Windows *Software: SOA Suite - BPMS, BRMS. ESB, Messaging, etc.; real-time application development; Enterprise portal / UI development; data modeling; BI Analytics & Reporting; global software development; software development life cycle and development methodologies *Data Management *Application & Availability Systems Management (CA) Candidates should have experience with the following: *Proven analytical and problem-solving skills *Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment *Solid written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills *Ability to conduct research into IT security issues and products as required *Familiarity with IT governance standards including ITIL *Cross architecture domain troubleshooting / diagnostic / and remediation recommendation *Desktop skills / applications – Windows, MS Office suite / Visio *Knowledge of Acxiom product offerings and associated architectures (optional) *Strong communication and presentation skills (ability to relate technical to business problem and requirements *Industry Certifications based on specific architecture scope assignments: ITIL - Data Center Process and Architecture and Six Sigma About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-12 11:13:00United StatesAcxiomArkansas29204ARConway, AR27843893http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27843893/jobUSAConwayTitle: Network Management Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway The Network Management Engineer administers and supports Acxiom’s monitoring and automation tool suites. These tools provide management & monitoring for network devices and services for Acxiom and its clients. The network management engineer also assists in defining and creating standards and processes in the network management & monitoring disciplines with the primary goal of maximizing network availability. Required skills: *In depth experience with processes used to manage and monitor complex network environments *Managing & monitoring of network components such as routers, switches, firewalls, proxy and load balancers *Managing & monitoring of network services such as VoIP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, VPN etc *Automation *Configuration Management as it pertains to device configs and backups *In depth experience with tools used to manage and monitor complex network environments such as HP OpenView/NNM, CA Spectrum, CA eHealth, CA NetQoS, NetCool, CiscoWorks, etc *SNMP v1, v2c & v3 MIBs & Traps *Understand network topologies and designs *Minimum 5 years’ experience in a production network environment support *Team player *Knowledge of Unix and Windows troubleshooting commands (traceroute, netstat, nbstat etc) *Familiarity of ITIL incident/problem/change management principles *Customer service experience *Scripting/programing skills Nice to have skills: *Valid CCNP, CCIP, CCIE, CISSP, LTM-E certifications *Knowledge on network documentation standards *In depth knowledge with CA Service Assurence tools (Spectrum / eHealth / CASD etc) *Radius / TACACS / Cisco ACS *Analysis and diagnosis of packet captures *Microsoft Office Applications About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-10 22:11:14United StatesAcxiomArkansas29202ARConway, AR27796586http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27796586/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. JOB SUMMARY The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Consults with various departments to evaluate interface between systems or components. *Interprets business requirements to develop technical specifications, performance requirements and timelines to resolve client problems. *Responsible for design and development of software test suites. *Develops and directs software system testing and validation procedures. *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates through presentations. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Software Development Methodology Relational Database Principles: *RDBMS concepts *Schema design *Transactional concepts ETL Concepts Familiarity with automated test tools such as: *Google Test *Boost::Test *Autotest Relevant Software Languages: *Java *EJB *Web Services *JPA/Hibernate *C/C , Boost *XML/XSD *Datastage *Perl *SQL *DML,DDL,TCL *PL –SQL *Compiler principles, parsing, lex, yacc Debugging/Issue resolution Software Configuration Management: *Familiarity with Build Tools (Examples: Maven, Ant, Hudson, Jenkins) *Source Code Management concepts (Examples: SVN, CVS) About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:45United StatesAcxiomArkansas28965ARConway, AR27692398http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692398/jobUSAFayettevilleTitle: FUTURE NEED- RESEARCH ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Fayetteville Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Research Analyst opportunities. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a May 2012 start date. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> THIS ASSOCIATE WILL BE BASED IN FAYETTEVILLE, BUT WILL COMMUTE TO THE CLIENT LOCATION IN BENTONVILLE. *Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions and reports. *Focuses on client project research or data development. *Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations and / or builds data content in order to provide insight into product development and sales. Research Analyst responsibilities are determined by organizational need and may include the following responsibilities: *Utilizes data and statistical modeling methods to create analytical solutions. *Evaluates data, constructs models, builds data strategies and defines data segmentation. *Uncovers consumer behavioral patterns and determines ways to help improve clients' profitability and marketing returns. *Based on statistical and research findings, makes business and model application recommendations. *Provides pre and post delivery support, defining project requirements, developing proposals including costs and timing expectations, defining opportunities, delivering project expectations and delivering results. *Communicates project progress to affected associates and management. Escalates issues as appropriate. *Utilizes reporting technologies to document and execute business requirements. *Facilitates the data segmentation through clustering techniques including K-means. *Runs pixel comparison counts and resolved discrepancies with appropriate networks. *Identifies measures to improve processes, increase efficiency and promote team's technical sophistication. *Automates and utilizes templates as appropriate. *Stays informed and evaluates the latest Acxiom and industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies in order to keep research methods/processes technologically current. *Develops, maintains and shares best practices. *Designs and executes data development projects. *Analyses data and develops models based on research. Works with teams to integrate research findings and models into Acxiom operations. Required Skills: *SAS, MS Excel Desired Skills: *SQL, MS Access About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:37United StatesAcxiomArkansas28438ARFayetteville, AR27692384http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692384/jobUSANew YorkTitle: CONSULTANT Location: New York-New York Senior Analyst-Modeler/Analytic Consultant Acxiom is seeking a qualified Senior Analyst, with modeling and analysis experience in the Healthcare Insurance market, to work fulltime with client in Newark city area. This individual will be a key player supporting the sales and service delivery processes through analyzing client’s customer information, analytics and business intelligence systems and providing recommendations for improving the client’s customer insights. Acxiom’s analytics research analysts provide statistical modeling and analytics consulting services to assist clients in maximizing their products' effectiveness with the use of analytic technologies and techniques. Our marketing and information strategy consultants have experience and detailed knowledge in the best practice use of technology, data and statistical methods to leverage analytic products and models to best meet the client’s business objectives. The primary function of this position is to drive customer-focused analytical solutions to improve client decision making capability through the development and use of solutions that leverage technology, analytics and data. These areas include knowledge and expertise with campaign management solutions, as well as experience with traditional qualitative and quantitative methods as well as primary research techniques. The successful candidate will be able to identify the client’s customer marketing insight and analysis needs and opportunities and drive campaign management solutions, and support the delivery of complex insight and modeling solutions. This candidate will maintain a critical analytic consulting role with the client and account personnel. Required Skills: * Client management skills (polished business acumen). * Superior analytic skills with a proven end-to-end problem solving and implementation. * Prefer 5 years Healthcare experience, 7 years experience overall, with analysis, modeling, consulting. * Require strong communications, statistical modeling, SAS programming, presentation skills. It would be valuable to have solid expertise in forecasting and market research analytics as well. * Bachelors required and Masters Degree preferred in econometrics, statistics, mathematics or significant experience in advanced analytics. * Experience with database analysis, programming languages and data query tools with particular emphasis with SAS, SQL, UNIX, Oracle and MS Office. * Ability to be self-driven and work independently and also collaboratively within Acxiom team concept. * Must live in or near Newark, NJ and be available to be on-site 3 days a week – can work at home other 2 days per week. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:33United StatesAcxiomNew York29131NYNew York, NY27692376http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692376/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:27United StatesAcxiomArkansas28983ARConway, AR27692353http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692353/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEEDS - DATA DELIVERY ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation plans to hire for this position in October of 2012. JOB SUMMARY Delivers data products and information that drive clients' multi-channel marketing capabilities. Understands the details of clients' data and Acxiom's products to ensure that clients receive clean, enhanced, ready-to-market data. Data Delivery Analysts improve quality, define innovations, and adhere to standard processes and procedures. Works with clients to understand requirements, escalate issues and resolve interruptions with a focus on maintaining a seamless process flow. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Accountable /"owns" on-time delivery of designated processes/information. Manages time to meet deadlines and other internal or client-driven timelines. Takes initiative to monitor information after hours to ensure seamless process flow. Coordinates, collaborates and manages source file receipt with clients, vendors, and/or internal stakeholders Verifies input/output counts. * Submits, documents, tracks and monitors data processing jobs. * Audits/verifies job results based on historical trends. * Setups and builds processing flows from preconfigured templates and options Researches and accurately validates source data, data formatting specifications and output requirements according to client specifications and service level agreements ensuring minimal defects. * Performs audits to ensure compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Fulfills client-specific and Acxiom data security requirements. Reads, understands and utilizes. * Run books and compares/contrasts. * Run books with current production procedures. * Professionally communicates internally and externally with clients and stakeholders as appropriate. * Performs reporting on deliverables. The job profile reflects the assignment of essential job functions, though additional essential functions may exist in some cases, including physical requirement, if applicable. This profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all work activities, duties or responsibilities. Acxiom reserves the right to assign or reassign work activities, duties and responsibilities as needed for reasonable accommodations and business purposes. Required Skills: * Trouble-shooting skills * Technical aptitude * Attention to detail * Solid communication skills Nice to Have Skills: * Orbiter * Focal About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:22United StatesAcxiomArkansas28563ARConway, AR27692343http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692343/jobUSANew YorkTitle: PRODUCT MANAGER Location: New York-New York Acxiom is looking for a Product Manager that can translate Acxiom’s product vision for an integrated data management platform that brings together online, mobile, social, and CRM data into a market-driven development roadmap in alignment with client needs. This person will act a subject matter expert in online advertising including data collection and data distribution and will perform competitive analysis, gather market requirements, construct user stories, maintain a product backlog and work with a cross functional team to deliver product iterations with high market value. This is a highly interactive role, requiring this individual to work closely with partners, engineers, architects, analysts, clients and other product managers. The product manager will also be asked to maintain documents describing how the platform is meeting any industry requirements for user privacy for both known and anonymous interactions. Duties and Responsibilities: *Solicit and prioritize clear and documented requirements from clients, partners, and chief product owner *Create user stories and maintain product backlog. *Consolidate and synthesize requirements from cross-functional and geographically dispersed organizations across various technology and operational disciplines. *Manage market research and opportunity assessment on new ideas and concepts *Ensures product development team understands client's / Acxiom’s priorities. *Participate fully to identify major risks to the project and strive for mitigation. *Tracks, measures and communicates product plan. *Defines product characteristics used for quality control and metrics. *Build relationships with customers to garner feedback for development of product offerings. Present products to internal and external customers at a senior level. *Monitors product quality in development and delivery. *Evaluates product readiness. *Communicates to customers concerning project status and ensure they are aware of any risks. *Develops implementation plan. *Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Required Skills: *Significant Online or mobile advertising and/or Ad Operations product knowledge & experience with a deep understanding of the technical operations *High-level of experience participating in development projects especially with writing and overseeing requirements. *Experience interacting with technical constituents, including software engineers and web developers Nice to have skills: *Data Management Platform knowledge & experience *Database Marketing skills *Acxiom experience *Agency knowledge or experience *Knowledge of web standards, design and usability About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:21United StatesAcxiomNew York28654NYNew York, NY27692338http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692338/jobUSANew YorkTitle: CONSULTANT Location: New York-New York Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming need for a Senior Analytic Consultant, New York, NY (Home Based). The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Senior Analytic Consultant, Credit Card Industry, NYC metro area Acxiom consultants provide fee-based consulting services for external customers. The Acxiom Senior Consultant is responsible for leading consulting engagements for the Analytics & Customer Insights (ACI) Practice. This individual will act as a thought leader & subject matter expert for the ACI Practice in the credit card industry to generate marketing & business insights. A secondary focus will be on identifying & developing new upsell and cross sell opportunities. The consultant will create & drive customer-focused solutions to improve client’s customer deliverables. Responsibilities: • Consult, identify and help design customer marketing strategy and data driven insight that is based upon client needs and results in actionable recommendations • Manage & execute analytic engagements in the credit card/financial services vertical in self-sufficient manner with high quality • Monitor and track progress against plans and identify, recommend and implement corrective action as required to meet objectives. Ensure that projects are completed within negotiated time/cost parameters • Participate in project scoping including methodology & approach, level of effort, and sizing of client requests or projects • Clearly communicate plans and schedules, and communicate status to internal and external clients • Ability to interpret analytic & reporting results, write-up, and create presentation materials • Statistical work includes model development, segmentation, ad hoc projects • Campaign response reporting, vertical list reporting, & interpretation cision making and return on marketing investment The ideal candidate will have great depth and breadth of knowledge as an analyst and analytic consultant in financial services with an emphasis on credit card. The successful candidate will utilize financial savvy to identify the client’s consumer marketing needs / opportunities and drive complex customer solutions to meet those needs and justify the value prop. They will maintain a critical senior consulting role with the client, Acxiom account personnel, other internal teams, and 3rd party vendors. Required skills: • Working knowledge of credit bureau, ZIP 4 credit, demographic, and census data • SAS • Oracle • Unix/Linux • A strong record of professional achievement • Demonstrates the characteristics of intellectual curiosity, responsibility, determination, creativity, flexibility, drive and self-confidence • Minimum 10 years analytic & credit card experience Desired Skills: • Experience with large databases strongly preferred, especially as it relates to dealing with complex credit card data and concepts • Credit card analytical knowledge and experience, other retail bank experience is a plus • BI tools (e.g., Business Objects, Cognos) and MS Access working knowledge is a plus • BS in mathematics/statistics, econometrics, engineering or science, statistics preferred • MS or other graduate degree preferred About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:17United StatesAcxiomNew York28579NYNew York, NY27692324http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692324/jobUSABroomfieldTitle: FUTURE NEED - SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Colorado-Broomfield JOB SUMMARY Customizes software deliverables for client business needs. Manages software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. Directs quality assurance for new or enhanced software. Works closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation and execution of developmental functions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *Consults with various departments to evaluate interface between systems or components. *Interprets business requirements to develop technical specifications, performance requirements and timelines to resolve client problems. *Designs and develops software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design. *Code creation, maintenance, enhancement and migration. *Analyzes information to determine, recommend and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system. *Develops and directs software system testing and validation procedures. *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates through presentations. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. MUST HAVE SKILLS: *Java 5, Java 6 *Java Enterprise Edition 5, EJB 3 *MS SQL Server T-SQL *XML/XML Schema/SOAP/Web Services *Oracle NICE TO HAVE SKILLS: *ColdFusion *JBoss 4 *JUnit / Testing *Eclipse *Java Persistence / Hibernate *Java Server Faces *UI Experience/AJAX/CSS About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:10United StatesAcxiomColorado28653COBroomfield, CO27692305http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692305/jobUSANew YorkTitle: PRODUCT MANAGER Location: New York-New York Job Role: Product Manager Location: New York, NY This opening is for a Product Manager in the Acxiom Email Marketing Services Partnership team and will specifically focus on products leveraging partner data and software. The AEMS Partnership team will identify and implement partnerships that to augment existing Acxiom product offerings, productize partner tools for new offerings in our catalog, and lead projects to enhance and tailor partner products for Acxiom email and digital marketing clients. Implementing partnerships will include collaboration with sales, sales support, marketing, client support, engineering, agency services, finance, and relevant LOBs to establish a sustainable and well defined sales-to-ongoing-maintenance support model for new partner products for Acxiom clients. This team is responsible for managing an active menu of productize partnership offerings, sales qualifications and deployment processes. Deployed products should require a reduced product involvement, but this team will manage the partner relationship such as contract details, enhancements deployment & training, and financial reconciliation. The Product Manager will be responsible for: * Understanding market and client needs, interpreting the end-user experience, and translating requirements into revenue generating enhancements and projects for the Acxiom Email Marketing partnership team. * Participating in tactical implementation of partnerships, strategic roadmap planning, and prioritization of project among the other Acxiom Email Marketing Services teams. * Working through the LOB process to manage projects from the idea phase through launch phase. This requires excellent documentation skills, and the ability to research and understand the marketplace demand, competitive landscape, operational support needs, communication strategy, and revenue/costs for each project. * Supporting client, technical support, and other internal teams as the Subject Matter Expert for key partnerships and functional areas owned by the Product Manager. * Building relationships and working closely with a variety of cross-functional teams, including sales support, marketing, client support, engineering, agency services, finance, and legal/privacy. Required Skills: * 2 - 3 years of work experience in digital marketing and/or software product management at the enterprise level. * Knowledge of the digital marketing sector, emerging firms and technology Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. * Ability to build cross-functional relationships and manage diverse stakeholder network. * Ability to independently manage multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines. Nice to Have Skills: * Experience with functional details and technical aspects of web services, databases, and integration with vendors. * Development experience or experience with JavaScript and HTML. * Experience writing multiple types of documentation and communications, e.g. requirements, release notes, client-facing PowerPoint presentations, online help, business cases, etc. * Experience creating market analysis or conducting customer feedback sessions. * Understanding of the Pragmatic Marketing methodology. * General product management or application management experience a plus. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs. Ask us about our new Colleague Referral Bonus Program at jobs@acxiom.com2012-04-06 10:30:10United StatesAcxiomNew York28893NYNew York, NY27692300http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692300/jobUSAConwayTitle: PRODUCT ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway * Researches, monitors and analyzes client technology issues, needs, experiences, expectations and abilities. * Acts as end-user/client advocate in regards to design, production and product enhancement. * Presents /communicates product analysis and recommendations to affected Acxiom teams. * Monitors and researches client product needs, experiences, expectations, capabilities and problems. * Provides root cause analysis on end-user product issues. * Collaborates with various teams regarding projects, product issues, pitfalls, etc. * Assists in the evaluation of issue priority and provides front line response to various internal groups regarding product and solution support. * Provides suggestions for issue resolution, focusing on long term consequences. * Works with end-users to test resolutions. * Assists in the creation, maintenance and revisions of the product management handbook and other pertinent documentation on product management / product marketing processes including workflow approvals for end-user system changes. * Assists in the creation of training manuals and documentation for end-users. * Monitors and assists with scheduled jobs, product planning, development, delivery and product improvement. * Communicates project status to clients. * Measures and assesses client satisfaction. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Product Analyst responsibilities are determined by organizational need and may include the following responsibilities: * Maintains and updates assigned product descriptions with relevant financial tracking, sales trends and/or profit and loss information as appropriate. Required Skills: * Candidate should experience in technology platforms associated w/ Data Warehousing, BI and Analytics. Desired Skills: * Candidate will have worked in information intensive industries. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:30:04United StatesAcxiomArkansas29083ARConway, AR27692274http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692274/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:59United StatesAcxiomArkansas28981ARConway, AR27692265http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692265/jobUSAConwayTitle: Decision Support Analyst Location: Arkansas-Conway Job Responsibilities:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> High-level technological governance of Network, Security, and Voice services to Marketing Services and Outsourcing accounts and all levels of leadership. Provide technological expertise on integrating Acxiom infrastructure to drive ROI for customers and Acxiom. Represent Global Technology Services in all aspects of account governance as pertains to system solutions, viability, expense-to-revenue ratio, and proposed contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Skills Required: ·Have a working knowledge of IT infrastructure and the ability to understand technical concepts ·Good verbal and written communication. Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Visio ·High-level knowledge of Network/Security/Voice products/services ·Excellent oral and written skills ·Project management ·Negotiation skills ·Product development lifecycle experience Skills Required: ·BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or equivalent About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:57United StatesAcxiomArkansas28878ARConway, AR27692257http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692257/jobUSAConwayTitle: ACCOUNT MANAGER Location: Arkansas-Conway Account Manager As the primary owner for customer execution, individuals in this role must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and effective communicators and problem solvers. To be successful, an Account Manager must have the ability to manage multiple campaigns and respond rapidly to situations, while maintaining a strong attention to detail. In addition, the Account Manager is responsible for shaping best practices that will serve as the standard operating procedure for ongoing campaign management. Responsibilities: * Integrate advertisers, ad agencies and publishers into the Acxiom data management platform. * Work with other Acxiom team members to ensure that campaign objectives are clearly identified and translated into the campaign setup and media plan. * Generate and issue ad tags by teaming up with Engineering per request. * Responsible for laying out the backend mapping of campaigns, ad groups, placements, creatives, and pixels (conversion and data collection). * Confirm client’s data integration and distribution sets are correct as well as ensuring that any direct campaigns are live and delivering properly. Troubleshoot tracking discrepancies and reporting issues. * Execution ownership of any creatives, tags, pixels, etc. while also providing proactive review to catch errors and issues before activities are launched. * Resolve technical implementation issues as they arise and resolve in a timely way to ensure high level of client satisfaction. * Monitor campaign performance and identify areas for improvement and client upsell. * Ownership of account maintenance and client integration, addressing campaign questions and responding to requests for campaign reporting and insights. * Ensure that each customer is maximizing the value of the platform. * Manage renewals and provide upsell recommendations to Sales and Business Development. * Delivery of internal and external training as needed. Requirements: * 4 years of relevant experience managing ad operations at a media, broadcast, or Internet content company. * Strong analytic and problem solving skills. * Data and pixel integration experience. * Strong customer-facing experience with a genuine ability to deliver actionable, concise, and clear messages to clients. * Strong implementation experience with the ability to be hands on to both prototype and roll-up sleeves and implement with the team when necessary. * A strong understanding of the online advertising industry, ad serving technologies, campaign metrics (CPM, CPC, CPA) and optimization strategies. * Experience in scheduling, estimating, and providing status reports. * Ability to manage multiple campaigns with attention to deadlines and details. * Excellent communication and organization skills. * Experience in client services and support. * Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, advertising, or related field is required . Key Strengths: * Strong excel skills. * Experience as a project manager or technical account manager a plus. * Proven experience in working with advertising agencies, inventory providers, data providers, and advertisers. * Hands-on knowledge of the online advertising industry, ad network capabilities, industry trends, ad-serving technologies (Turn, Atlas, DART, etc.), and pricing models. * Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, Flash, and various rich media advertising creative technologies. * Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to articulate requirements. * Ability to compile and analyze performance data and metrics. * Ability to work independently, create processes, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to lead projects but with a desire to roll up the sleeves and get the job done. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:57United StatesAcxiomArkansas28107ARConway, AR27692259http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692259/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - SYSTEM ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming system engineer opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a June 2012 start date. JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *Act as primary contact for scheduled downtime for all systems. *Work with the change team and project managers to schedule system downtime. *Submit appropriate tickets for work to be performed. *Engage hardware support teams to resolve unscheduled outages for all systems. Submit appropriate tickets for problem resolution. *Provide regular updates around scheduled and unscheduled downtime to leadership. *Develop and provide metrics to validate up time SLA’s are met. *Define and develop processes to proactively monitor systems and notify the Infrastructure team and users of issues. *Review and sign-off on regular Acxiom security audits for all Servers. *Assist in the preparation for and participate in any corporate, customer or industry security audits. *Define and ensure the implementation of proper backup rules on assets to protect all production solutions and data. *Submit tickets to have restores performed as needed for the team or customer. *Troubleshoot any issues with the regular backups for systems. *Manage backups to contractual retention requirements for the customer. Ensure data is removed / tapes scratched in accordance with retention policy. *Submit tickets as needed to add or modify existing firewall rules. *Engage in and coordinate the research needed if network throughput issues are identified. Coordinate with hardware and systems support teams any necessary changes. *Work with hardware and systems support teams to coordinate all changes to the firewall hardware. *Participate in regular meetings with the Change management team. Provide feedback and status as needed for infrastructure components of scheduled changes. *Provide general user support for the rest of the team. *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all users defined to each system and their respective group assignments. *Manage the addition of new users and removal of retired users from the systems. *Manage password reset requests for Acxiom or client resources *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all client specific hardware to include servers, tape devices, DASD and network switches and routers. Inventory to include component name, serial number, service date, data center location, primary use, OS with version, application software installed. *Stay abreast of software releases for all system software. Schedule software updates as necessary. Coordinate downtime with the appropriate teams and the customer. Includes Operating systems, tools, RDBMS, etc. Examples include SAS, SyncSort, Oracle, XMedic, FTP. Does not include solution specific applications such as NextGen, processing scripts, Orbiter flows, etc. *Manage installation of new hardware for the solution. To include: *Submission of hardware and software quote requests *Submission of appropriate business cases for procurement *Coordination with Technology Acquisitions team *Coordination of installation and setup of new equipment with appropriate support organizations. Submit CASD tickets and necessary and monitor completion. *Coordinate testing of new assets with client Testing resources *Coordinate the decommissioning and removal of older equipment as necessary. MUST HAVE SKILLS: *Command line usage of Unix / Linux, Shell Scripting, Cron *Monitoing tools - Usage, Setup, Install *Establishing, monitoring and enforcing Archival policies and backup proceedures *Implementation and maintainance of envioronment Security Policy and proceedures *User Access Administration *Network Protocols *Firewall rules and maintenance *Abilty to provide technical leadership to the component team. The associate is expected to be able to interface with high-level client stakeholders and communicate effectively NICE TO HAVE SKILLS: *Previous System Administration experience with Unix *Web Services, database, oracle sql, Java, C , Eclipse, XML *Hibernate, Spring, Knowledge of real time would be helpful *Oracle Database Experience ABOUT ACXIOM: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:52United StatesAcxiomArkansas28588ARConway, AR27692248http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692248/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - SYSTEM ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming system engineer opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a June 2012 start date. JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *Act as primary contact for scheduled downtime for all systems. *Work with the change team and project managers to schedule system downtime. *Submit appropriate tickets for work to be performed. *Engage hardware support teams to resolve unscheduled outages for all systems. Submit appropriate tickets for problem resolution. *Provide regular updates around scheduled and unscheduled downtime to leadership. *Develop and provide metrics to validate up time SLA’s are met. *Define and develop processes to proactively monitor systems and notify the Infrastructure team and users of issues. *Review and sign-off on regular Acxiom security audits for all Servers. *Assist in the preparation for and participate in any corporate, customer or industry security audits. *Define and ensure the implementation of proper backup rules on assets to protect all production solutions and data. *Submit tickets to have restores performed as needed for the team or customer. *Troubleshoot any issues with the regular backups for systems. *Manage backups to contractual retention requirements for the customer. Ensure data is removed / tapes scratched in accordance with retention policy. *Submit tickets as needed to add or modify existing firewall rules. *Engage in and coordinate the research needed if network throughput issues are identified. Coordinate with hardware and systems support teams any necessary changes. *Work with hardware and systems support teams to coordinate all changes to the firewall hardware. *Participate in regular meetings with the Change management team. Provide feedback and status as needed for infrastructure components of scheduled changes. *Provide general user support for the rest of the team. *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all users defined to each system and their respective group assignments. *Manage the addition of new users and removal of retired users from the systems. *Manage password reset requests for Acxiom or client resources *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all client specific hardware to include servers, tape devices, DASD and network switches and routers. Inventory to include component name, serial number, service date, data center location, primary use, OS with version, application software installed. *Stay abreast of software releases for all system software. Schedule software updates as necessary. Coordinate downtime with the appropriate teams and the customer. Includes Operating systems, tools, RDBMS, etc. Examples include SAS, SyncSort, Oracle, XMedic, FTP. Does not include solution specific applications such as NextGen, processing scripts, Orbiter flows, etc. *Manage installation of new hardware for the solution. To include: *Submission of hardware and software quote requests *Submission of appropriate business cases for procurement *Coordination with Technology Acquisitions team *Coordination of installation and setup of new equipment with appropriate support organizations. Submit CASD tickets and necessary and monitor completion. *Coordinate testing of new assets with client Testing resources *Coordinate the decommissioning and removal of older equipment as necessary. MUST HAVE SKILLS: *Command line usage of Unix / Linux, Shell Scripting, Cron *Monitoing tools - Usage, Setup, Install *Establishing, monitoring and enforcing Archival policies and backup proceedures *Implementation and maintainance of envioronment Security Policy and proceedures *User Access Administration *Network Protocols *Firewall rules and maintenance *Abilty to provide technical leadership to the component team. The associate is expected to be able to interface with high-level client stakeholders and communicate effectively NICE TO HAVE SKILLS: *Previous System Administration experience with Unix *Web Services, database, oracle sql, Java, C , Eclipse, XML *Hibernate, Spring, Knowledge of real time would be helpful *Oracle Database Experience ABOUT ACXIOM: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:49United StatesAcxiomArkansas28589ARConway, AR27692240http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692240/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - Business Analyst Location: Arkansas-Conway The Business Analyst Intern will provide important assistance to several new initiatives in the Business Engineering Group. The selected candidate will work alongside other Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Product Managers, Architects, and Application Developers to decompose business requirements into system specifications and estimate the level of effort required to deliver said system to production. Job Duties and Responsibilities: *Perform Requirement Analysis *Define & document Requirement Specifications *Draft Logical System Models *Validate Requirements *Manage Requirements *Estimate Level of Effort Required Skills: *Strong communication & presentation skills *Proficient in technical writing & documentation *Knowledge of basic information technology concepts and business analysis *Ability to work with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and similar office productivity tools *Ability to facilitate meetings to gather requirements and understand their business process issues *Creative, self-motivated problem solver and critical thinker *Superior organizational skills and attention to detail *Proficiency in statistical analysis/mathematics. Nice to Have Skills: *Understanding of programming fundamentals *Basic understanding of Software Development Lifecycle Preferred Educational Criteria: *Education – Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking December 2012, May 2013 or December 2013 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom: With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:41United StatesAcxiomArkansas28932ARConway, AR27692212http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692212/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:41United StatesAcxiomArkansas28988ARConway, AR27692215http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692215/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED- ASSOC SOL DEVELOPER DELIVERY Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Technical Executive opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a June 2012 start date. JOB SUMMARY: Integrates Acxiom and third party software to create solutions to business problems defined by specific business requirements. Draws upon technical and data processing knowledge to solve complex marketing and data warehousing problems on very large volumes of data. An Associate Solution Developer may: configure or tune Acxiom or third party software, develop automation to tie components together, develop custom application code to accommodate specific business requirements or collaborate with others to add extensions to existing Acxiom software. An Associate Solution Developer may also be responsible for ongoing maintenance, support, and optimization working closely with accounts teams who are utilizing the solution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *Works to understand requirements to build, enhance, or integrate programs and processes for one or more Acxiom Client solutions and/or applications. *Learns to read and interpret application design and functional specifications to write application code. *Consults on functional requirements and participates /presents review code in code review sessions. *Helps accurately estimate requirements in order to deliver client solutions within time, and quality standards. *Utilizes standard /Acxiom methodologies to ensure overall solution and data integrity is maintained. *Learns Acxiom solution software. *Helps define solutions standards, policies and procedures. *Identifies and diagnoses areas of maintenance and process improvement. *Responds to client/stakeholder problems in a timely manner, prioritizing multiple issue response based on the severity of the case. *Using a relevant software language, develops/ executes unit test cases and tests software applications that fulfill functional specifications using an IDE. *Documents and interpret test results and correct application coding errors *Completes application development task for short duration (Level of Effort < =20 hour task) programming requirements with limited assistance. *Balance multiple small projects and begin to work on larger projects with guidance from more experienced developers to meet due dates and deadlines. *Maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. *Documents and shares best practices and case studies. Required Skills: *Excellent communication skills is essential – must be able to clearly communicate ideas and solutions effectively to stakeholders *Knowledge / understanding of Perl *Knowledge / understanding of SQL *Complete knowledge of at least 2 software development languages, preferably either Perl, SQL, C / C *Understanding of Unix / Linux commands, file management and shell scripting *Understanding of Software Development Methodology Desired Skills: *Exposure or understanding of Datastage or other ETL tools *Experience or understanding of Issue Management and Mitigation methodologies About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:39United StatesAcxiomArkansas28957ARConway, AR27692208http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692208/jobUSAPhiladelphiaTitle: FUTURE NEED-Consumer Pharmaceutical Agency Lead Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia Acxiom Corporation anticipates this additional upcoming Consumer Pharmaceutical Agency Lead opportunity. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a June 2012 start date. The Account Executive acts as the coordination point for all client services within Acxiom (account management, sales, lines of business, delivery and technology services). An Account Executive is focused on account retention, revenue growth and profitability as indicated by the Account Plan. They manage the satisfaction of client accounts and engage in extensive client communication to troubleshoot account complications while ensuring service level agreements are maintained. CRITICAL MEASURES: *Revenue retention *Revenue growth (add-on, new logo) *Accounts receivable; *Account profitability *Client satisfaction PROFILE: *Develops and maintains the Acxiom Account Plan in conjunction with the Group Managing Account Director. *Facilitates the documentation and execution of onboarding and the long term account strategy that is updated routinely resulting in growth, profitability, superior client satisfaction, improving Acxiom product penetration within assigned account(s) as well as selling into client's lines of businesses. *Primarily responsible for maintaining/retaining current revenue levels and contracts within defined account. *Meet and exceed revenue run rate and incremental growth targets, profitability targets and other sales related goals. *Manages accounts receivables collections. *Proactively monitors accounts and determines avenues for account growth and profitability acceleration including new business, up-sell and cross-sell opportunities. *Creates accurate forecasts for assigned account(s). *Engages in extensive client communication, strategic planning and troubleshoots account complications to promote client satisfaction. *Develops and improves executive level relationships within assigned account(s). *Promotes the Acxiom-Client relationship by providing consultation and expertise by aligning client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. *Leads client quarterly business reviews. *Serves as a Subject Matter Expert in assigned client account in order to positively affect business objectives. *Creates value and differentiates our services and products from competitor campaigns. *Leads contract negotiations for new and existing business within named accounts. *Engaging sales, lines of business and delivery regarding new sales, account growth and contract renewals as appropriate. *Ensures account contract compliance. *Provides on-going client relationship status changes to affected associates such as technical and delivery groups. *Owns SalesForce forecasting (SFDC) and ensures accuracy of sales entries. Required Skills: *Industry experience - heavy CPG or Consumer Pharma only. *Detail oriented project manager with a skill set to accomplish broader objectives. *Works with disparate lines of business within Acxiom, manages concise billing for clients. *Owns entire client relationship working with Market leader. *Big picture planner. *Knowledge of large companies in the consumer Pharmaceutical space. *Consumer-focused CRM. *Prior experience in large implementations with multi-national clients. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:36United StatesAcxiomPennsylvania28994PAPhiladelphia, PA27692200http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692200/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:27United StatesAcxiomArkansas28985ARConway, AR27692178http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692178/jobUSALittle RockTitle: BUSINESS ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Business Analyst Location: Little Rock or Conway, Arkansas JOB SUMMARY: Interfaces with client and internal business teams regarding business problems, issues and opportunities in the context of business requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle. Analyzes complex business information, translates requirements into functional specifications and champions client and/or internal business needs while balancing climate, priorities, capabilities and constraints of client and Acxiom environments. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Elicits information based on client and/or internal business needs; documents requirements and translates requirements into functional specifications adhering to Acxiom's Project Management and Business Analyst methodologies. •Synthesizes complex information into concise, readable, unambiguous language. Owns written requirements/specifications, acceptance, traceability matrix and related documents from creation and modification through solution delivery. •Analyzes feasibility and resource changes as a result of requirements modifications through impact analysis reporting. Informs and advises affected parties of business impact. •Champions the business needs and "pain points" of the client and/or internal team while balancing the climate, priorities, capabilities and constraints of both client and Acxiom. •Assists in testing phases, including test development and requirement test acceptance. Raises concerns that may impede test acceptance. Remediates issues. Understands testing methodologies (e.g. Agile) in order to effectively work with test teams. •Develops, maintains and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of clients' and Acxiom's technical environments. •Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies that may impact present and future account and business performance. •Seeks opportunities for process improvement without negatively impacting service delivery. Standardizes approaches and processes as appropriate. Proactively seeks areas of efficiencies that can drive project improvement. •Leverages best practices, lessons learned with team. Builds shared sense of delivery goals and objectives. Basic Requirements: •Facilitation – Ability to lead requirements elicitation workshops, work with stakeholders to define acceptance criteria, moderate brainstorming sessions, etc. •Negotiating skills to get consensus about priorities, help resolve conflicts among project stakeholders, etc. •Analytical to critically evaluate data gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicting requirements, decompose high-level information into details, abstract from particular examples to a more general understanding, identify underlying needs from explicit user requests, etc. •Effective Writing to communicate information effectively and consistently to different types of audiences, including senior management and technical development staff. •Modeling to represent requirements information in graphical forms, produce business object models, conceptual data models, process models etc. •Requirements management to help implement and/or improve requirements processes and practices and to define, for a given initiative, the tasks to be performed, the techniques to be used, and the deliverables to be produced. Requirement traceability. Requirement change management. •Software & database fundamentals. •MS Office Apps such as Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint. About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:23United StatesAcxiomArkansas29165ARLittle Rock, AR27692168http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692168/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans. Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:19United StatesAcxiomArkansas28986ARConway, AR27692163http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692163/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. JOB SUMMARY The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Consults with various departments to evaluate interface between systems or components. *Interprets business requirements to develop technical specifications, performance requirements and timelines to resolve client problems. *Designs and develops software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design. *Responsible for code creation, maintenance, enhancement and migration. *Analyzes information to determine, recommend and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system. *Develops and directs software system testing and validation procedures. *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates through presentations. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. JOB ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts Operating System Experience *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Software Development Methodology Relational Database Principles *RDBMS concepts *Schema design *Transactional concepts ETL Concepts Relevant Software Languages *Java *EJB *Web Services *JPA/Hibernate *C/C *SQL *DML,DDL,TCL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD *Datastage *Perl Debugging/Issue resolution Software Configuration Management *Familiarity with Build Tools *Examples: Maven, Ant, Hudson, Jenkins *Source Code Management concepts *Examples: SVN, CVS Soft Skills *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:18United StatesAcxiomArkansas28996ARConway, AR27692160http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692160/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATABASE DELIVERY ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates the following need for Summer of 2012. The Database Delivery Analyst position performs database builds and data extracts for Acxiom clients by understanding requirements and executing the necessary flows. This role is responsible for submitting jobs and provides workflow management; utilizes transfer mechanisms to move data to appropriate platforms; ensures compliance with established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements through testing and audits; provides support and communication to teams and/or clients based on knowledge of data and/or processes. Required skills: * Fluent in reading and writing in one or more of the following languages: Tagalog, Slavic, Vietnamese, Japanese Nice to have skills: * Knowledgable with names, addresses, and international postal systems About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:09United StatesAcxiomArkansas27928ARConway, AR27692149http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692149/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Summary: We are looking for strong Software Development professionals who desire to excel by contributing towards the growth of a database marketing product. This product is used by an ever expanding list of clients to warehouse their customer information and create data marts for use in segmentation and marketing activities. Software Developers at Acxiom implement a vision for software deliverables. Using business insight as well as technical knowledge, they plan, design, implement, analyze, review, and enhance software products with a focus on quality for customers. Duties and Responsibilities: *Write code for solutions and applications *Interpret functional requirements to write technical design documents for release features *Participate in the code and documentation reviews *Update/upgrade/maintain applications *Develop and execute unit tests for developed features and applications *Provide feedback and guidance for testers regarding test plans, test cases, and validation procedures *Provide product and application support, including problem diagnostics, troubleshooting and fixes *Provide third tier technical support for applications *Mentoring and training of other developers (cross-training, code walk-through, etc.) *Prioritizes and manages multiple items at once Must have hard skills: *Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field *Perl scripting *Shell scripting (bash and/or ksh) *Moderate to Advanced Oracle database experience *Moderate to advanced SQL (DML, DDL, DCL, TCL) *Working knowledge of data structures and data relationships Must have soft skills: *Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) *Self-direction *Strong ability to multi-task Nice to have skills: *Postgres experience *Experience working with Campaign Management Tool – Unica preferred *Web Services (SOAP) *VMWare *Java programming (including JBoss and Hibernate) *C# programming *.Net Programming *VB Script *Object Oriented Programming *Experience with continuous automation process (Hudson, in particular) *Experience with SVN code management tool *Experience in a product support environment About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:06United StatesAcxiomArkansas28784ARConway, AR27692143http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692143/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. JOB SUMMARY: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Consults with various departments to evaluate interface between systems or components. *Interprets business requirements to develop technical specifications, performance requirements and timelines to resolve client problems. *Responsible for design and development of software test suites. *Develops and directs software system testing and validation procedures. *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates through presentations. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Software Development Methodology Relational Database Principles: *RDBMS concepts *Schema design *Transactional concepts ETL Concepts Familiarity with automated test tools such as: *Google Test *Boost::Test *Autotest Relevant Software Languages: *Java *EJB *Web Services *JPA/Hibernate *C/C , Boost *XML/XSD *Datastage *Perl *SQL *DML,DDL,TCL *PL –SQL *Compiler principles, parsing, lex, yacc Debugging/Issue resolution Software Configuration Management: *Familiarity with Build Tools (Examples: Maven, Ant, Hudson, Jenkins) *Source Code Management concepts (Examples: SVN, CVS) About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:29:02United StatesAcxiomArkansas28967ARConway, AR27692136http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692136/jobUSAConwayTitle: DATA CENTER OPERATIONS ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Data Center Analysts provide technical support to computer operations and account teams, as well as other support groups. They perform support functions in both a mainframe and a client server environment. Data Center Analysts maintain, test, and assist with ongoing technical applications and operations to ensure the efficient and optimal operation of the Data Center. *Maintain Data Center Automation enhancements and support the operation of the Data Center. *Support data processing, testing, and data technical backups. *Assist in the testing and implementing of new product releases and/or upgrades. *Serve as the first point of contact for computer operation issues or questions. *Assist in the evaluation of 3rd party data products and services. *Maintain data processes and libraries to ensure the quality of data services for Acxiom clients. Required Skills: *Experience working with Linux *Communication skills *Ability to work in a team environment *Attention to detail *Ability to multi task *Must be able to work nights/weekends Desired Skills: *Server knowledge *Experience working with Remedy and CASD About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:56United StatesAcxiomArkansas29070ARConway, AR27692126http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692126/jobUSAConwayTitle: SR COMPONENT ARCH DELIVERY Location: Arkansas-Conway *Provide technical leadership for the implementation of Acxiom solutions in defined accounts. *Ensure solutions are configured to meet clients’ business needs as well as align with Acxiom's overall business strategy and technical vision. *Engage in all solution communications with clients and engage in its delivery progress throughout the implementation phase. *Implement Acxiom solutions with emphasis on solution design and business requirements consistent with service level agreements (SLAs). *Accountable for the accuracy, process, integrity, quality and stewardship of client solutions. *Apply knowledge of the Acxiom Delivery Methodology (ADM) to ensure consistent adherence to ADM in all implementation delivery projects and scope and estimate future projects with technical executives and others. *Bachelor degree or equivalent in computer science or related field plus 5 years of information technology experience required. *Experience must include system architect skills in a large-scale Oracle environment that also supports real-time applications, delivery tools/solution component design and oversight, data warehouse ETL (aggregation rules) and data mart ETL (aggregation rules). About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:55United StatesAcxiomArkansas29136ARConway, AR27692125http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692125/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:53United StatesAcxiomArkansas28979ARConway, AR27692119http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692119/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: DIR AGENCY SERVICES Location: California-Foster City Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Director Agency Strategy, Foster City, CA.. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Leadership role, focused on growing customers' business via building and launching digital and direct marketing campaigns for enterprise clients. Combine leading-edge strategy with Acxiom's ability to execute campaigns. Retail/CPG focus to grow and to maintain strategic leadership position. Focused on marketing strategy leading to rograms/campaigns/innovations delivered using all of Acxiom's data and execution capability. Focused on the US Retail/CPG client relationships. *Minimum of 15 years experience delivering digital strategy engagements to enterprise clients. This strategy experience must include a deep understanding of the value of building long term customer engagement and the generation of Return on Marketing Investment. *Thorough understanding of the digital value stream including Search, Display, Email, Online Media, Omniture, ComScore, utilization of DMP's. *Senior level client management experience is required along with in-depth knowledge on building Strategy Frameworks. *Thorough knowledge of the value of data to support all strategy recommendations. *Ability to create and deliver client presentations. *Experience with Retail and/or CPG clients is a must. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:28:51United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28309CAFoster City, CA27692117http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692117/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: VP FINANCE Location: California-Foster City Job Role: Vice President, Corporate Tax Location: Foster City, CA / West Coast Job Responsibilities: *Lead Acxiom’s worldwide tax function. *Liaise extensively with other Acxiom groups for financial statements preparation and SEC filings, acquisition, divestiture and restructuring activities on an as needed basis. *Responsible for coordination of the worldwide effective tax calculation, FAS 109 calculations, maintenance of FIN 48 support, and coordination of financial statement audits. *Responsibility for special projects, including domestic and international restructurings, acquisition and divestitures, and Treasury-related analysis. *The Vice President, Corporate Tax will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer. Required Skills: *8 - 10 years Big 4 and/or combination US-based multinational corporate tax experience. *Bachelors Degree in Accounting required, Masters Degree preferred, CPA preferred. *In-depth working knowledge of federal tax law including, accounting methods, subchapter C, consolidated returns, international taxation and pass-through entities. *Knowledge of state taxes including income, sales & use and property taxes. *Experience in handling tax examinations of federal, state, local and international authorities. *Strong accounting and tax expertise in FAS 109 with knowledge of international aspects of FAS 109. *Strong analytical, verbal and written communication, people, and organizational skills. *Experience working in PeopleSoft environment a plus. *Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with cross-functional teams. *Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, effectively prioritize, manage others, meet external deadlines, and critical thinker. *Highly motivated, aggressive, creative, articulate, results oriented. *Supervisory and project management experience. *Flexible and able to operate in fast paced, changing environment. *Ability to grow and change with the organization. *Advanced ability to communicate complex tax issues to senior management in a concise manner with the ability to establish credibility and decisiveness. *Advanced ability to investigate, analyze and solve complex problems/issues. *Highly advanced people management skills, demonstrating an ability to lead, mentor and develop associates. *Highly advanced skills in translating business needs and problems into viable and accepted solutions. *Highly advanced ability to analyze and improve business processes. *Highly advanced ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines. *Expert knowledge of tax accounting practices and procedures including GAAP and Statutory accounting methodologies, disclosure and reporting. *Advanced ability to work well within a team and foster teamwork environment. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:47United StatesAcxiomCalifornia29002CAFoster City, CA27692109http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692109/jobUSAConwayTitle: Network Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway We are looking for a knowledgeable team player on the Network Engineering team. Candidate must possess a strong attention to detail, understanding of networking; and be a logical thinker. This associate will troubleshoot, analyze and support Acxiom's networks. Maintain network stability, hardware and software. Monitor network(s) to ensure network availability to all system users.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, or other network and system problems and replaces defective components when necessary. Provides real time escalation response for support issues. Provides incident management. Creates and maintains metrics on network performance and availability. · Analyzes and supports Acxiom's internal data communications systems which may include the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet system or network system segment(s). · Maintains computer networks and related computing environments including cable plants, wiring and all other computer hardware, systems software, applications software and configurations. · Coordinates with vendors for installations that may include routers, bridges, concentrators and switches. · Performs data backups and disaster recovery operations. · Acts as focal point for all network reviews. Monitors network performance, determines whether adjustments should to be made and makes suggestions for improvements. · Keeps informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. · Maintains integrity and relevance of systems data and network management tools. Evaluates new products. · Provides mentorship and training to peers and junior engineers. · Maintains standard operating procedures and other documentation. Basic Qualifications:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> · Strong Network technology skills including routing & switching protocols, MPLS, VPN etc. · Industry certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP etc). · Experience in F5 BigIP, Cisco ACE, Cisco PIX, Checkpoint/Nokia Firewall, Network management principles and tools, converged network technologies · Good communication skills, · Proven ability to multi-task · Experience working in a fast pace environment Desired Skills: · Understanding and knowledge of Remedy, CA Service Desk or another ticketing system, ITIL v3 principles & practices. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:37United StatesAcxiomArkansas29162ARConway, AR27692095http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692095/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: DECISION SUPPORT SOLUTION ANALYST DELIVERY Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Provides data, analysis and recommendations to support multiple technical operations and assure client satisfaction. Responsible for moderate to some complex research, trouble shooting, application administration, application user training and code changes. Strives to promote quality assurance for the processes they own and are teaching to others. Investigates and advises clients on potential processing efficiencies, redundancies and/or optimum use of data. Duties and Responsibilities: *Provides ownership to the research process of multiple technical operations / services. *Provides data, analysis, and recommendations to support multiple technical operations, assuring client satisfaction. *Provides consultation, support, communication and training to teams and clients on campaign management tools and / or processes. *Liaisons with multi-channel partners, providing question support and new set up for transfer and encryption. *Provides assistance to requested ad hoc projects. *Participates in change management process for existing solutions which may include, but is not limited to, solution, tool and process changes. *Provides issue resolution which may include, but is not limited to, tool errors that require escalation and data integrity issues. *Responsible for application administration (extraction). *Identifies, recommends and documents code changes or makes appropriate code changes. *Constructs and/or enhances data documentation as needed. *Changes processes for clients through established change management procedures Investigates and advises clients on potential processing efficiencies, redundancies and/or optimum use of data. *Drives and shares best practices, adoption of standards and lessons learned with internal Acxiom teams Documents and conducts performance monitoring and tuning for user applications and environments. *Maintains subject matter expertise in designated accounts and processes Documents and conducts performance monitoring and tuning for user applications and environments. *The job profile reflects the assignment of essential job functions, though additional essential functions may exist in some cases, including physical requirement, if applicable. *This profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all work activities, duties or responsibilities. *Acxiom reserves the right to assign or reassign work activities, duties and responsibilities as needed for reasonable accommodations and business purposes. Required Skills: *Several years experience with Cognos *Meets multiple deadlines in a high stress environment *Proficient in Microsoft Office applications *Experience in database marketing or direct marketing *Skill and understanding in focusing on the clients needs, establishing credibility and building relationships *Solid analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills *Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills and to manage conflict *Ability to work an on-call rotation and/or an extended workday hours as required to complete deliveries *Ability to multi-task Nice to have skills: *SQL, SAS and Unica About Acxiom:<?xml:namespace prefix = o /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:34United StatesAcxiomIllinois28962ILDowners Grove, IL27692085http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692085/jobUSALittle RockTitle: FUTURE NEED - TECHNICAL EXECUTIVE - COMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Technical Executive opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a May 2012 start date. Leads technical development, process, strategy and architecture of Acxiom solutions in defined accounts.Promotes standardization of Acxiom solutions and services. Acts as chief technical liaison for assigned Acxiom clients.Ensures technical requirements incorporate Acxiom and client's overall technical vision. * Critical measures: Revenue retention; Revenue growth (add-on, new logo); Account profitability; Client satisfaction * Acts as chief technical liaison for Acxiom clients. * Oversees all technical aspects from development through delivery. Verifies that technical requirements in individual accounts correspond with Acxiom and client's technical "big picture." * Qualifies and recommends solutions and strategies. * Creates framing for proposals and business strategies. * Verifies end solutions meet technical criteria.Maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. * Conducts enterprise-wide, multiple solution architecture needs analysis for designated accounts. * Prepares and delivers technical presentations to internal associates and clients (current and prospective)at the appropriate technical granularity. Sponsors proposed solutions to CXO and client audiences. * Develops, maintains and shares technical best practices. * Ensures solutions utilize standardized capabilities and platforms. Promotes standardization through solution "templatizing" as appropriate. Advocates standardization of non-standard processes, capabilities and platforms. * Oversees technical issues that arise throughout the sales process. Leads technical sales support. Directs and reviews technical proposal materials for technical integrity, quality, risk quantification, strategic direction and consistency with standards. * Stays informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Presents, participates and publishes in professional forums. Provides industry-recognized technical expertise. * Primarily responsible for maintaining/retaining current revenue levels and contracts within defined book of accounts. Required Skills * Strong verbal, written communication skills. * Able to present Acxiom subject matter targeted to business/line audiences versus IT or supporting functions. * Proven leadership ability with strong client relationship skills. * System Integration experience. * Strong, demonstrated experience base with both organizational and technology leadership. * Ability to speak to any aspect of Information Technology down to at least a mid-level of detail, and obviously much more detail in areas relevant to their earlier work history. * Understand input from several channels and shape it into a coherent message or communication, tailored to the intended audience. * Expert in the bigger integrated picture, process improvements, and overall technology management. Desired Skills * Knowledge/experience of Media/Communications/Travel or Technology industry. More than one is preferred. * New business / presales experience (i.e. consulting skills, strategic leadership, RFP, pricing, presentations, etc). * Working experience as a consultant. * Client ‘presence’; experience with client C level contacts. * Managed a couple different flavored IT groups in the past. * Seasoned IT leader whose comfort zone is no longer just one or two specific specialty areas. * Industry-recognized expertise on IT issues that effect customer's business, particularly emerging technologies. * Identify and document best practices, “templatizing” where possible. * Experience in the digital space (electronic marketing channels i.e. Web 2.0 (blogs, social networking, text…), email). About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:29United StatesAcxiomArkansas27954ARLittle Rock, AR27692077http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692077/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans. Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:26United StatesAcxiomArkansas28984ARConway, AR27692072http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692072/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATABASE DELIVERY ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates the following opening for Summer of 2012. The Database Delivery Analyst position performs database builds and data extracts for Acxiom clients by understanding requirements and executing the necessary flows. This role is responsible for submitting jobs and provides workflow management; utilizes transfer mechanisms to move data to appropriate platforms; ensures compliance with established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements through testing and audits; provides support and communication to teams and/or clients based on knowledge of data and/or processes. Required skills: * Fluent in reading and writing in one or more of the following languages: Tagalog, Slavic, Vietnamese, Japanese Nice to have skills: * Knowledgable with names, addresses, and international postal systems About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:25United StatesAcxiomArkansas27927ARConway, AR27692071http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692071/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATA DELIVERY ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation plans to hire for this position in October of 2012. JOB SUMMARY Delivers data products and information that drive clients' multi-channel marketing capabilities. Understands the details of clients' data and Acxiom's products to ensure that clients receive clean, enhanced, ready-to-market data. Data Delivery Analysts improve quality, define innovations, and adhere to standard processes and procedures. Works with clients to understand requirements, escalate issues and resolve interruptions with a focus on maintaining a seamless process flow. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Accountable /"owns" on-time delivery of designated processes/information. Manages time to meet deadlines and other internal or client-driven timelines. Takes initiative to monitor information after hours to ensure seamless process flow. Coordinates, collaborates and manages source file receipt with clients, vendors, and/or internal stakeholders Verifies input/output counts. * Submits, documents, tracks and monitors data processing jobs. * Audits/verifies job results based on historical trends. * Setups and builds processing flows from preconfigured templates and options Researches and accurately validates source data, data formatting specifications and output requirements according to client specifications and service level agreements ensuring minimal defects. * Performs audits to ensure compliance with quality assurance processes, established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * Fulfills client-specific and Acxiom data security requirements. Reads, understands and utilizes. * Run books and compares/contrasts. * Run books with current production procedures. * Professionally communicates internally and externally with clients and stakeholders as appropriate. * Performs reporting on deliverables. The job profile reflects the assignment of essential job functions, though additional essential functions may exist in some cases, including physical requirement, if applicable. This profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all work activities, duties or responsibilities. Acxiom reserves the right to assign or reassign work activities, duties and responsibilities as needed for reasonable accommodations and business purposes. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The Data Delivery Analyst does not have direct reports but may mentor less experienced associates in the role. Required Skills: * Trouble-shooting skills * Technical aptitude * Attention to detail * Solid communication skills Nice to Have Skills: * Orbiter * Focal About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:24United StatesAcxiomArkansas28564ARConway, AR27692070http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692070/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: ACCOUNT DIRECTOR Location: California-Foster City Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Account Director opportunity for Foster City, CA.. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. The Account Director is responsible for developing long-term relationships between Acxiom’s Multi Channel Agency and its clients. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Account Director will insure that the Agency consistently provides its clients with the strategic leadership needed to develop successful marketing and technology solutions for the Internet as well as other related marketing channels and activities. Account Directors may be responsible for more than one client, depending on the size and complexity of each account. Assistance with managing a client portfolio may be provided by a Senior Account Manager and one or more Account Managers. In this role you will also be responsible for the overall quality of the Agency’s products and services, as well the financial performance of its client relationships. Job Responsibilities: Strategic Marketing • Lead all Agency marketing initiatives and programs with clients • Understand clients business goals and develop strategic recommendations for digital marketing and technology solutions to achieve goals • Provide guidance in analyzing and solving client problems • Identify and engage appropriate resources within, or in other Acxiom Digital offices (i.e. bring the appropriate resources to bear on the situation) • Work with GSO and Markets teams to develop sales presentations and proposals Client Relationships • Manage overall client expectations • Develop and lead long-term relationships with clients across multiple levels within the client organization Operations & Finance • Ensure consistency between client contractual agreements and Acxiom’s deliverables • Ensure the relationship between the Agency and its clients are profitable • Provide timely and accurate forecasting of future revenue • Monitor implementation and execution of client campaigns Team Management • Supervise reporting Senior Account Manager (SAM) /Account Manager (AM) • Train and coach SAM/AM’s in the development of stronger professional skills, including writing, presenting and problem-solving • Review SAM/AM email data reports • Review documents before they are sent out • Help identify potential projects and sources of revenue • Develop and foster team environment across the Agency’s functional areas Basic Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree • 7 years work experience, in an agency or corporate environment providing client-facing support and services in the marketing world • A successful track record in the development and delivery of digital marketing and technology solutions • Demonstrable ability to manage multiple complex and diverse clients • Strong leadership, writing, analytical and presentation skills are essential • Strong relationship-building skills • Experience supervising a team and working in collaborative environments Additional Qualifications: • Advanced degree About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:28:21United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28274CAFoster City, CA27692062http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692062/jobUSAFayettevilleTitle: ACCOUNT MANAGER (AGENCY) Location: Arkansas-Fayetteville Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Account Manager opportunity for Fayetteville, AR. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Account Manager (Agency) JOB SUMMARY Accountable for the management of agency client campaigns under direction of a Sr. Account Manager or Account Director. Oversees projects and campaign work performed by Associate Account Managers. Provides best practices to clients as related to email creative and ad campaigns. Helps clients interpret the end results of digital marketing campaigns. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for the management of agency client campaigns. Acts as spokesperson for client within company setting, representing client's point of view and concerns. • Works under the direction of a Sr. Account Manager. Oversees projects and campaign work performed by associate account managers. Assures client projects and requests are handled through the appropriate production channels. • Provides best practices to clients as related to email creative and ad campaigns. Helps clients interpret the end results of digital marketing campaigns. Assists in differentiating our digital services and products from competitor campaigns. • Engages in extensive client communication. Works directly with client on tactical campaign tasks. Responds to client questions and service requests by phone and through email following requested protocols. • Maintains up to date information and expertise in account needs and digital space in order to facilitate campaign solutions. • Accountable for resolving client issues to the point of resolution by proposing solutions and escalating issues to the appropriate level. Assists in managing client expectations. Professionally "pushes back" when client demands do not coincide with realistic expectations. • Collaborates with production, technical and analytical groups to ensure client campaigns are executed according to program goals (accuracy, quality, scope, time and budget). Utilizes checklists and peer reviews. • Maintains up to date information and expertise in account needs and agency space in order to facilitate campaign solutions. • Assists in the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, yearly and ad-hoc client reporting. Looks beyond individual campaign data to analyze overall trends. • Facilitates billing inputs and quality of time tracking. • Facilitates account performance optimization. Looks for ways to increase campaign process efficiency internally and externally within client programs. Basic Requirements: *Bachelors Degree. *Minimum 2 years of applicable work experience (direct marketing, database marketing, interactive marketing, marketing consulting, or advertising) in an agency or client facing environment. *Polished verbal, written communication and presentation skills, with both internal colleagues and external clients. *Extremely proactive, highly organized, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks. *Ability to prioritize and focus, with strict attention to detail. *Thorough understanding of and/or interest in digital marketing. *Sound knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint. *Technically literate and comfortable working with Internet technologies, and desire to build technical knowledge. *Maturity and professionalism, combined with a passion for creativity. *Great team player, know when to lead and when to follow. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing technology and services that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience of data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:28:19United StatesAcxiomArkansas28999ARFayetteville, AR27692058http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692058/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: California-Foster City Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Acxiom is looking for software developers with hands-on experience developing web based applications to help build one of a kind on-line marketing platform that will help our clients to better target marketing messages and offers in a privacy compliant manner. Software developers are required to participate in the complete life-cycle of the project utilizing agile development methodology. Key responsibilities include helping develop user stories, plan sprints and releases, estimate work, develop software and unit test. The work is performed in a team environment with team members who may be geographically separated. Required skills (some or most of these): *Hands-on experience developing high performance Web applications *Working knowledge of http/html, XML, CSS, Javascript *Java, *Python, Php, Perl or Ruby on Rails and Shell scripting *Apache/Tomcat, JBoss, J2EE/EJB *SQL, MySql, Oracle, SQLServer or DB2 *Developing programs in Unix (any flavor) and Windows environments *Experience with code repositories and build tools like Maven or Ant *Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies and programming languages *Self-starter and team player *SOAP/Restful services Nice to have skills: *Big Data, No SQL, Map Reduce *Analytics *Hadoop, Cassandra *JSF, Seam, Hibernate *Mongo *CouchDB About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:16United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28949CAFoster City, CA27692049http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692049/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - Data Delivery Analyst Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Data Delivery Analyst opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need we plan to recruit for with a October 2012 start date: * Provides expertise for executing and analyzing processes and data to ensure efficient delivery of data products and information to Acxiom clients. * Maintains a broad understanding of Acxiom's processing and product capabilities and utilizes that understanding to ensure client requirements and service levels are achieved. * Leverages knowledge of Acxiom delivery processes, client/industry specifications and/or data to efficiently meet client needs. * Maintains expertise in designated accounts, processes and Acxiom technologies. * Understands how processes interrelate in order to resolve issues with minimal assistance and reduce common errors from occurring. * Provides support and consultation in data, analysis, and interpretation to team and/or clients based on knowledge of the client's business or industry. * Investigates and advises clients on potential processing efficiencies, redundancies and/or optimum use of data. * Shares best practices and lessons learned with internal Acxiom teams. * Addresses and eliminates processes that do not add value. * Improves process efficiency through automation if appropriate. * Designs, prepares, tests, executes, monitors and validates data processing jobs including input data, data formatting specifications and output requirements. * Utilizes standard procedures for the account and/or functional area. * Aims at achieving 100% job/reporting accuracy. * Provides support and communication to internal Acxiom teams and external clients based on knowledge of data and/or Acxiom delivery processes. * Completes client and internal associate/manager requests in a timely fashion. * Creates, consults and presents alternative solutions to internal Acxiom teams and/or external client(s) if analysis/audit uncovers discrepancies. * Ensures jobs are in line with project requirements and service level agreements and security policies. * Verifies that individualized jobs correspond with Acxiom and client's technical 'big picture.' * Performs audits to ensure compliance with established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * If required, provides client(s) with audit materials. * Identifies, recommends and documents code changes or makes appropriate code changes. * Constructs and/or enhances data documentation as needed; audit checklists to fit the appropriate processing steps. * Follow required Quality Assurance Process (QAP) guidelines. * Changes processes for clients through established change management procedures. * Provides data/processing mentoring, training, and/or consulting as part of a team or as a temporary resource during various phases of an implementation solutions development project/process. * Researches and stays informed of environmental changes that would directly impact client processing (system, upgrades, testing, etc.) * Experience in a client-facing role * Demonstrates ability in the following areas: problem solving, written and oral communication, attention to detail, tenacity, organization, conflict resolution and multi-tasking. * Experience with Orbiter and focal. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:13United StatesAcxiomArkansas28552ARConway, AR27692043http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692043/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - User Education Specialist Location: Arkansas-ConwayUser Education Specialist Interns act as advocates for the end user of the product. They ensure that end user performance is enhanced as a result of using a product or service and that the costs of supporting the product or service are reduced. As an intern with this team, you will have an opportunity to shadow with a User Education Specialist and have hands on experience with the documentation delivery process. Required Skills: *Seeking a degree in Technical Writing, Creative Writing, English or related field *Microsoft Office Applications Exposure (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook & PowerPoint) *Excellent oral and written communication skills *Strong analytical skills *Strong organizational skills Nice to have Skills: *Exposure with RoboHelp, Snagit, Web design *Exposure to software development lifecycle and software development methodology Preferred Educational Criteria: *Education – Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Technical Writing, English, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2013 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:28:09United StatesAcxiomArkansas28909ARConway, AR27692040http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692040/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: SR ACCOUNT MANAGER Location: California-Foster City Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Senior Account Manager, Foster City, CA. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Senior Account Manager - Digital We have a great opportunity for top candidates with 5 - 8 years work experience who are looking to take their marketing and account management skills to the next level. Join a successful interactive marketing services company with the feel of an agency along with the breadth of top clients to keep you challenged for years to come. Acxiom, the pioneer of relationship-based email marketing and a leading interactive agency, is seeking talented Senior Account Managers to service our expanding roster of strategic clients. Under the direction of a Director, a Sr. Account Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of his/her accounts, making sure the account is running smoothly. Ultimately, you will be accountable to deliver email-marketing and other digital marketing solutions (social, mobile, display to name a few) that meet your clients’ business needs. As a Senior Account Manager, you are required to manage successful relationships with key client contacts by understanding their objectives, success metrics, business and industry. You will work directly with client contacts on tactical campaign tasks, be responsible for many operational aspects of your accounts, manage various types of projects – acting as the primary client contact and managing timelines and deliverables across internal cross functional teams, monitor your clients’ key performance indicators and execute your clients’ communication strategy across the channels Acxiom is supporting. To be successful, the person in this position must know the client's and our business intimately and be an effective spokesperson for the client within the agency; representing the client's point of view and concerns. In addition, the Account Manager must be able to manage a team against projects and/or campaigns with quick turnaround times. Basic Requirements: *Bachelors Degree. *Minimum 4 years of applicable work experience (direct marketing, database marketing, interactive marketing, marketing consulting, or advertising) in an agency or client facing environment. *Polished verbal, written communication and presentation skills, with both internal colleagues and external clients. *Extremely proactive, highly organized, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks. *Ability to prioritize and focus, with strict attention to detail. *Thorough understanding of and/or interest in digital marketing. *Sound knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint. *Technically literate and comfortable working with Internet technologies, and desire to build technical knowledge. *Maturity and professionalism, combined with a passion for creativity. *Great team player, know when to lead and when to follow. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing technology and services that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience of data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:28:07United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28275CAFoster City, CA27692037http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692037/jobUSAPhoenixTitle: FUTURE NEED-SALES EXECUTIVE Location: Arizona-Phoenix Acxiom Corporation anticipates this additional upcoming Sales Executive opportunity. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 2012 start date. DESCRIPTION: * Strategically focused on expanding Acxiom's market share by closing new business accounts. * Responsible for achieving established financial objectives, sales quotas and goals. * Targets potential leads through appropriate sales strategies. * Creates and maintains an updated sales pipeline. * Engages in extensive prospect and client communication and troubleshoots account complications to promote client satisfaction. * Partners with Markets and Acxiom Lines of Business regarding account growth and contract renewals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Leads corporate efforts for new business deals. * Drives contract negotiations for prospective accounts, including price, terms of sale, service and delivery terms. * Responsible for new business accrual from initial contact to close. * Creates and manages sales pipeline. * Pursues qualified opportunities. Meets/exceeds sales quotas and other sales related goals. * Develops, cultivates and promotes ongoing relationships with prospective clients. * Drives discussions to higher levels of leadership within organizations. * Establishes and maintains multiple points of contacts, including the CXO level. * Engages in extensive client communication, strategic planning and troubleshoots account complications to promote client satisfaction. * Documents and updates prospect and client "relationship maps". * Establishes and maintains subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align prospective client business needs to products, solutions and services offered through consultation. * Promotes enterprise-wide rather than niche solutions. * Consults, advises and educates prospective clients on the merits of Acxiom's capabilities through demonstrations and presentations. * Improves awareness of multi-channel integrated marketing solutions. * Presents compelling purchasing rationales at the appropriate technical granularity. * Creates value and differentiates our services and products from competitor campaigns. * Stays informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. * Collaborates with colleagues to exchange information such as selling strategies and marketing information. * Provides insight and strategy regarding wins/losses. * Documents best practices and case studies and shares industry, deal, and sales "best practice" knowledge with sales community. * Partners with Markets and Acxiom Lines of Business regarding account growth and contract renewals. * Partners with various functional groups to ensure client deliverables are executed within scope, time and budget. * Collaborates with various functional groups to guarantee appropriate resource allocation. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Sales Executive (SE) is an individual contributor role. The SE does not have direct reports but is expected to mentor less experienced sales executives. * 5-7 years solution selling sales experience in the Retail industry. * Sold $5M TCV deal(s). * Experience selling solutions with alliance partners. * Experience selling solutions involving mergers and acquisitions. * Experience selling solutions across multiple client LOB’s. * Other demonstrated attributes – competitive, risk-taking, accountable, adaptable, teamwork-oriented, motivated, results-oriented, solution oriented. About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:28:00United StatesAcxiomArizona28458AZPhoenix, AZ27692022http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692022/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: CONSULTANT Location: California-Foster City Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Marketing Strategy Consultant, Foster City, CA. (Home Based). The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Marketing Strategy Consultant This professional will be a key player supporting the sales and service delivery processes within Acxiom’s Global Consulting organization, through analyzing Fortune 500 clients’ customer acquisition, retention and loyalty marketing programs and advising on how to best leverage new and emerging media (mobile, social, search, web, email, interactive TV, video, display ads, affiliate) as well as traditional offline marketing campaigns. They will assess the customer data, insights and cross-channel engagement and provide strategic consultation to the customer on integrated multi-channel solutions. Acxiom’s Strategy Consultants provide fee-based consulting services for external clients and assist clients in maximizing their business and financial impact by expertly applying innovative emerging media strategies and best practices to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of sales, marketing, service and support functions. Our strategy consultants have vast experience blending marketing and technology to drive effective multi-channel marketing strategy and execution plans. Specifically, they understand how a marketing database can be utilized to drive business performance. Responsibilities: *Share thought leadership and guidance on how to optimize customer lifecycle value-based experiences (customer-centric, not channel or campaign focused). *Consult to address the challenges of connecting online and offline data to ensure a more aligned and coordinated brand experience (conversational dialogues). *Help world-class brands advance the capability to plan, execute and measure global, integrated marketing campaigns and communications programs. *Maintain a current knowledge base of facts, stats, trends, and success stories by tapping into the latest innovations in digital culture, media and technology. *Research and develop an understanding of the client’s business objectives. *Provide customer strategy recommendations by tapping into the latest innovations in digital culture, media, and technology. *Define a strategic roadmap and execution plan that provides the best path for optimal results towards the client’s business objectives. *Build a business case with ROI projections (integrated cross-channel scorecard) using qualitative and quantitative inputs (data-driven, fact-based). *Develop proposals including costs/timing, delivery of the project, presenting results and defining opportunities. *Explain how to improve customer data integration, analytics and modeling to help produce new customer insights and strategies around marketing based initiatives. *Help articulate the proposed new solution with contagious enthusiasm and contextually tell the story as to how Acxiom seeks to partner with the client to enable their success. *Assist Sales Representative and Account Executives in the presentation of Acxiom’s full suite of products, services, and capabilities. Required Skills: *5-10 years minimum experience as a management consultant, marketing strategist, digital SME, or new media maven for a top agency, consulting firm, marketing services firm, or enterprise software provider with a heavy focus on: Digital, New Media and Multi-Channel marketing programs in addition to analysis of customer data and the implementation of Digital initiatives. *Experience in developing and executing complex market and customer-driven strategies within the new and emerging media ecosystem. *Skilled in digital initiatives as well as brand and channel marketing, in both business-to-business and business-to-consumer environments. *Must have exceptional communication skills and the ability to interface with senior executives with confidence and clarity. *Substantial travel (50% - 70%); mostly domestic (USA), but some international (Europe, South America, China). Nice to have Skills: *Client experience as a Marketing Manager (or Director) for a recognized brand is a plus. Active industry involvement as a prolific speaker or author is another plus as is a deep understanding of digital media, interactive marketing, emerging technology, direct marketing and CRM. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:57United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28706CAFoster City, CA27692014http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692014/jobUSALittle RockTitle: Senior Business and Technical Manager (Team Leader) Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Job Responsibilities:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> High-level technological governance of Network, Security, and Voice services to Marketing Services and Outsourcing accounts and all levels of leadership. Provide technological expertise on integrating Acxiom infrastructure to drive ROI for customers and Acxiom. Represent Global Technology Services in all aspects of account governance as pertains to system solutions, viability, expense-to-revenue ratio, and proposed contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Skills Required:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> · A working knowledge of IT infrastructure and the ability to understand technical concepts · Good verbal and written communication. Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Visio · High-level knowledge of Network/Security/Voice products/services · Excellent oral and written skills · Project management experience · Negotiation skills · Product development lifecycle experience · Financial accounting background (rate setting, budgeting, forecasting, reconcilement, expense-to-revenue, etc.) Skills Desired: · BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or equivalent About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable infrastructure management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visitAcxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:55United StatesAcxiomArkansas28875ARLittle Rock, AR27692011http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692011/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - IT Process Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway The Environment Readiness (ER) Intern provides assistance to the ER team with quality assurance, administrative processes and auditing of environment information. Duties and Responsibilities: *Assist with the acquisition management of the environment components, physical and/or virtual, and 3rd party software or data required for the project *Assist with ensuring the project’s necessary components and appropriate stakeholder access is available based on the project timeline *Audit product environment component information *Collect and provide feedback, to the affected teams, on environment issues that may impact software installations *Stay apprised of differences in each of the environments and call attention to anything that could impact stakeholders during our standard application release process *The point of contact for project and release managers for environment needs within a project *Assist in the maintenance of current product architecture diagrams for each environment *Assist in the maintenance of current product component specifications for each environment *Represent the ER role and Responsibilities to Project Managers and within Project Meetings Required Skills: *Seeking a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field or minimum of 3-5 years of IT experience *Exposure to MS Visio or similar tool *Excellent oral and written communication skills *Exposure to MS Excel *Strong organizational skills Desired Skills: *Exposure to software development life cycle and software development methodology Preferred Educational Criteria: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2013 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:51United StatesAcxiomArkansas28913ARConway, AR27692006http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27692006/jobUSAConwayTitle: Network Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway We are looking for a knowledgeable team player on the Network Engineering team. Candidate must possess a strong attention to detail, understanding of networking; and be a logical thinker. This associate will troubleshoot, analyze and support Acxiom's networks. Maintain network stability, hardware and software. Monitor network(s) to ensure network availability to all system users.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, or other network and system problems and replaces defective components when necessary. Provides real time escalation response for support issues. Provides incident management. Creates and maintains metrics on network performance and availability. · Analyzes and supports Acxiom's internal data communications systems which may include the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet system or network system segment(s). · Maintains computer networks and related computing environments including cable plants, wiring and all other computer hardware, systems software, applications software and configurations. · Coordinates with vendors for installations that may include routers, bridges, concentrators and switches. · Performs data backups and disaster recovery operations. · Acts as focal point for all network reviews. Monitors network performance, determines whether adjustments should to be made and makes suggestions for improvements. · Keeps informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. · Maintains integrity and relevance of systems data and network management tools. Evaluates new products. · Provides mentorship and training to peers and junior engineers · Maintains standard operating procedures and other documentation. Basic Qualifications:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> · Strong Network technology skills including routing & switching protocols, MPLS, VPN etc. · Industry certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP etc). · Experience in F5 BigIP, Cisco ACE, Cisco PIX, Checkpoint/Nokia Firewall, Network management principles and tools, converged network technologies · Good communication skills, · Proven ability to multi-task · Experience working in a fast pace environment Desired Skills: · Understanding and knowledge of Remedy, CA Service Desk or another ticketing system, ITIL v3 principles & practices. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:49United StatesAcxiomArkansas28708ARConway, AR27691998http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691998/jobUSAConwayTitle: Security Architect (Systems Architect) Location: Arkansas-Conway The Security Architect role is responsible for setting direction of the technical roadmap and the supporting technical architecture for the corporation. This organizational-wide view covers multiple products, platforms, environments and solutions and involves evaluating factors such as market and technology trends, business goals, corporate vision, and cost considerations. The Security Architect focuses on identifying solution patterns, as well as, evangelizing and enforcing standards in order to increase reusability across the company. The Security Architect may also be called upon to provide domain expertise, performance analysis, and remediation recommendations, in order to ensure clients/projects are properly serviced. RESPONSIBILITIES *Responsible for creating technical reference architectures, standards, and providing input on the technical/reference architecture. *Audit the standards created by the Architecture Review Board / Delivery Review Board, Solutions Review Board. *Review infrastructure and security architectures and designs and making recommendations on viability, improvements, and adjudication input when conflicts or disagreements arise. *Assist with global architectures that are added to the corporate standards for future design/client implementations. *Responsible for creating and providing input on the marketing services enterprise technical roadmaps, including: identifying the capability that is the focus of the roadmap, identifying critical system requirements and their targets; assessing major technology areas; assessing multi-national impact (if applicable); performing prototyping / POC of the new technologies identifying technology drivers, targets, and helping with technology direction; providing technical alternatives; providing time & cost implications. *Accountable for providing input on large scope solutions or internal project architecture that are outside the corporate standards. Responsible for owning global architecture deliverables, including: review of the requirements and assumptions; systems infrastructure diagrams; enterprise network component architecture (3rd party and Acxiom developed); high-level dataflow, process, and interaction diagrams; initial financial analysis (if GPE Architecture-driven process); reviewing and providing feedback on development artifacts. *Responsible for developing enterprise architecture standards and providing facilitation, communication, and education around those standards. *Accounts for multi-national deployment requirements when and where applicable. *Collaborates on Enterprise Continuous Improvement. *Responsible for lab & technology pioneering, including POC, database, technology evaluation and certification. *Responsible for staying up-to-date with emerging industry/technology trends. *Application frameworks Real-time & Batch, Virtualization & Grid, Marketing Solutions, Application & Solution Availability, Systems Management, Database, GUI, Global, Release, Data Management, Operations, Capacity Management, Cloud). *Responsible for covering several architecture domains (Security and Infrastructure. Accountable for understanding Acxiom development methodologies as well as other processes across the company (i.e. procurement, data center, etc.) in order to accomplish tasks. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The Security Architect role does not have direct reports but may mentor less experienced architects, development, or other technical associates. REQUIRED SKILLS *Experienced IT professional with 10 years overall experience and minimum of 5 years as a Senior Security Engineer *Active Full CCISP and or CCSE certification *Deep engineering level experience in 3 of the following: Access control (FWs), Security Froensics, NAC, IDS/IPS, Routing and Switching *Experience in the design and delivery of customer-facing presentations (2 years minimum) *Knowledge of IP, TCP/UDP, and upper layer protocols including but not limited to ICMP, DNS, HTTP, NTP, SMTP, SNMP • Network security experience with IPSEC, VPN, SSL VPN, Data Encryption *Experience configuring and/or administering firewalls (Cisco PIX/ASA, Checkpoint, Juniper) (5 year minimum) *Proficiency in multi-layer security architecture design (2 years minimum) *Experience analyzing and interpreting packet captures *Experience with large scale security systems such as Crossbeam X-80s or Juniper SRX-5800 *Solid written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills DESIRED SKILLS Candidates should have experience with the following: *Proven analytical and problem-solving skills *Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment *Ability to conduct research into IT security issues and products as required *Familiarity with IT governance standards including ITIL *Cross architecture domain troubleshooting / diagnostic / and remediation recommendation *Desktop skills / applications – Windows, MS Office suite / Visio *Knowledge of Acxiom product offerings and associated architectures *Strong communication and presentation skills (ability to relate technical to business problem and requirements *Industry Certifications based on specific architecture scope assignments: ITIL - Data Center Process and Architecture and Six Sigma About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to both leading Acxiom to record performance results and to returning the company to a “best place to work” status. For details on our new company leaders, click on the links below. Scott Howe, CEO<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Warren Jenson, CFO Nada Stirratt, CRO It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock, Conway, and Fayetteville, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:46United StatesAcxiomArkansas29075ARConway, AR27691992http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691992/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - DATA DELIVERY ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Data Delivery Analyst opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need we plan to recruit for with a October 2012 start date: * Provides expertise for executing and analyzing processes and data to ensure efficient delivery of data products and information to Acxiom clients. * Maintains a broad understanding of Acxiom's processing and product capabilities and utilizes that understanding to ensure client requirements and service levels are achieved. * Leverages knowledge of Acxiom delivery processes, client/industry specifications and/or data to efficiently meet client needs. * Maintains expertise in designated accounts, processes and Acxiom technologies. * Understands how processes interrelate in order to resolve issues with minimal assistance and reduce common errors from occurring. * Provides support and consultation in data, analysis, and interpretation to team and/or clients based on knowledge of the client's business or industry. * Investigates and advises clients on potential processing efficiencies, redundancies and/or optimum use of data. * Shares best practices and lessons learned with internal Acxiom teams. * Addresses and eliminates processes that do not add value. * Improves process efficiency through automation if appropriate. * Designs, prepares, tests, executes, monitors and validates data processing jobs including input data, data formatting specifications and output requirements. * Utilizes standard procedures for the account and/or functional area. * Aims at achieving 100% job/reporting accuracy. * Provides support and communication to internal Acxiom teams and external clients based on knowledge of data and/or Acxiom delivery processes. * Completes client and internal associate/manager requests in a timely fashion. * Creates, consults and presents alternative solutions to internal Acxiom teams and/or external client(s) if analysis/audit uncovers discrepancies. * Ensures jobs are in line with project requirements and service level agreements and security policies. * Verifies that individualized jobs correspond with Acxiom and client's technical 'big picture.' * Performs audits to ensure compliance with established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * If required, provides client(s) with audit materials. * Identifies, recommends and documents code changes or makes appropriate code changes. * Constructs and/or enhances data documentation as needed; audit checklists to fit the appropriate processing steps. * Follow required Quality Assurance Process (QAP) guidelines. * Changes processes for clients through established change management procedures. * Provides data/processing mentoring, training, and/or consulting as part of a team or as a temporary resource during various phases of an implementation solutions development project/process. * Researches and stays informed of environmental changes that would directly impact client processing (system, upgrades, testing, etc.) * Experience in a client-facing role * Demonstrates ability in the following areas: problem solving, written and oral communication, attention to detail, tenacity, organization, conflict resolution and multi-tasking. * Experience with Orbiter and focal. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:40United StatesAcxiomArkansas28553ARConway, AR27691980http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691980/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-Conway Software Developer Acxiom Corporation Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Summary: We are looking for strong Software Development professionals who desire to excel by contributing towards the growth of a database marketing product. This product is used by an ever expanding list of clients to warehouse their customer information and create data marts for use in segmentation and marketing activities. Software Developers at Acxiom implement a vision for software deliverables. Using business insight as well as technical knowledge, they plan, design, implement, analyze, review, and enhance software products with a focus on quality for customers. Duties and Responsibilities: *Write code for solutions and applications *Interpret functional requirements to write technical design documents for release features *Participate in the code and documentation reviews *Update/upgrade/maintain applications *Develop and execute unit tests for developed features and applications *Provide feedback and guidance for testers regarding test plans, test cases, and validation procedures *Provide product and application support, including problem diagnostics, troubleshooting and fixes *Provide third tier technical support for applications *Mentoring and training of other developers (cross-training, code walk-through, etc.) *Prioritizes and manages multiple items at once Must have hard skills: *Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field *Perl scripting *Shell scripting (bash and/or ksh) *Moderate to Advanced Oracle database experience *Moderate to advanced SQL (DML, DDL, DCL, TCL) *Working knowledge of data structures and data relationships Must have soft skills: *Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) *Self-direction *Strong ability to multi-task Nice to have skills: *Postgres experience *Experience working with Campaign Management Tool – Unica preferred *Web Services (SOAP) *VMWare *Java programming (including JBoss and Hibernate) *C# programming *.Net Programming *VB Script *Object Oriented Programming *Experience with continuous automation process (Hudson, in particular) *Experience with SVN code management tool *Experience in a product support environment About Acxiom: Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:37United StatesAcxiomArkansas28785ARConway, AR27691976http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691976/jobUSADowners GroveTitle: Senior Network Engineer Location: Illinois-Downers Grove Job Summary: The Senior Network Engineer designs, implements, configures, troubleshoots, analyzes and supports Acxiom's networks. They are responsible for maintaining network stability, hardware and software. They monitor Acxiom network(s) to ensure network availability to all system users. Job Responsibilities: *Implements, configures, analyzes and supports Acxiom's internal data communications systems which may include the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet system or network system segment(s). *Designs network solutions with internal Acxiom teams and external clients based on need and capabilities. *Provides change management. *Maintains computer networks and related computing environments including cable plants, wiring and all other computer hardware, systems software, applications software and configurations. *Coordinates with vendors for installations that may include routers, concentrators and switches. *Performs Network disaster recovery operations. *Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, or other network and system problems and replaces defective components when necessary. *Provides real time escalation response for support issues. *Provides incident management. *Creates and maintains metrics on network performance. *Acts as focal point for all network reviews. *Monitors network performance, determines whether adjustments should to be made and makes suggestions for improvements. *Conducts performance engineering for complex cross functional network related projects. Keeps informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. *Maintains integrity and relevance of systems data and network management tools. Evaluates new products. *Provides network training and assists with proposal writing. *Conducts project planning and implementation, cost analysis and vendor comparisons. *Documents hardware specifications and data communication circuit ordering information and asset management. *Oversees the acquisition and administration of maintenance contracts. Skills Required: *Minimum 5 years experience related to Cisco routing and switching. Skills Desired: *Cisco CCIE or CCNP certification preferred. *BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or equivalent combination of education and work experience. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:37United StatesAcxiomIllinois28605ILDowners Grove, IL27691977http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691977/jobUSARochesterTitle: FUTURE NEED SYSTEM / NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR CONSULTANT Location: New York-Rochester System/Network Administrator Consultant Location: Rochester, NY The System/Network Administrator Consultant will be responsible for maintaining the office infrastructure. This includes all aspects of the network infrastructure, server infrastructure, desktop infrastructure, systems administration, and all other technical areas required. Additionally, it will include the updating, maintaining, and executing the information security policies and procedures. This position will be responsible for client data discovery, setup of client data in Acxiom environment for use by analysts and other IT developers, implementing model scoring systems, campaign data management support and collaboration on data mining and queries. Some of the tasks will be adhoc while others will be repeatable and may require design and development that supports a repeatable process. Additionally, the job will include interacting with the client at varying levels up to and including meetings that discuss results, strategy, and next steps. Basic Requirements: •System and network administration in a windows environment •Understanding of Information Security Policies and procedures and the ability to define, implement, and monitor them •Experience in business interruption recovery procedures and mechanisms to bring systems back online •Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. •Demonstrated experience working in team environment and multi tasking. Nice to have Skills: •DBA experience in SQL Server with Oracle a plus •Strong technical skills •Experience working in SAS, SQL, MS SQL Server •Bachelor's degree or higher in technology-related field •Basic understanding of data analytics and modeling •Experience in a marketing services environment •Experience working with large volumes of data About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:37United StatesAcxiomNew York28749NYRochester, NY27691973http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691973/jobUSAFayettevilleTitle: SR ACCOUNT MANAGER Location: Arkansas-Fayetteville Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Senior Account Manager, Fayetteville, AR. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. SR Account Manager (Agency) The Senior Account Manager is responsible for driving and growing the client relationship, including revenue growth for each existing program, managing the service relationship, responding to client questions, managing the day-to-day contact with Account Managers and working with internal groups to ensure timely and accurate execution of client campaigns and custom projects. Through a combination of marketing, analytical and relationship management skills, the Senior Account Manager sets program objectives for clients and manages the Account Team to implement these programs. • Up-sell opportunities and account growth. • Managing client program performance. • Leading client strategy planning review sessions, and managing a team of marketing professionals. • Manages client programs to meet client goals, recommend testing and measurement, segmentation, creative, cadence, and offers. • Assist Account Managers and other internal groups to expedite custom services to clients. • Assist Account Directors in scoping, planning and resourcing new opportunities across all channels. • Assure all projects and campaigns are managed to completion. • Proactively and reactively troubleshoot client or internal needs and issues, using the Account Managers and Associate Account Managers to support issue resolution. • Share and implement best practices related to service delivery. • Work directly with the sales rep on revenue, forecasts, account strategy, and account reviews. Basic Requirements: *Bachelors Degree. *Minimum 5 years of applicable work experience (direct marketing, database marketing, interactive marketing, marketing consulting, or advertising) in an agency or client facing environment. *Polished verbal, written communication and presentation skills, with both internal colleagues and external clients. *Extremely proactive, highly organized, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks. *Ability to prioritize and focus, with strict attention to detail. *Thorough understanding of and/or interest in digital marketing. *Sound knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint. *Technically literate and comfortable working with Internet technologies, and desire to build technical knowledge. *Maturity and professionalism, combined with a passion for creativity. *Great team player, know when to lead and when to follow. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing technology and services that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience of data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:27:33United StatesAcxiomArkansas28336ARFayetteville, AR27691968http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691968/jobUSALittle RockTitle: RESEARCH ANALYST Location: Arkansas-Little Rock Research Analyst Job description: * Addressable Advertising campaign reporting and analytics * DMP analytics * Working with clients to find key results, show value of the solution * Help optimize campaigns * Set expectations and requirements with clients * Deliver reporting using appropriate tools * Analyze data and uncover and present new findings from the data * Work closely with partners for data and reportingcapabilities Required skills: * Qualitative analytics * Quantitative analytics * Online data knowledge * Online campaign reporting Nice to have skills: * SQL * Oracle DB skills * SAS skills * Data analysis skills * Database marketing * Online marketing About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:31United StatesAcxiomArkansas29057ARLittle Rock, AR27691966http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691966/jobUSANashvilleTitle: ACCOUNT MANAGER (AGENCY) Location: Tennessee-Nashville Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Account Manager opportunity for Nashville, TN. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a July 1, 2012 start date. Account Manager (Agency) JOB SUMMARY Accountable for the management of agency client campaigns under direction of a Sr. Account Manager or Account Director. Oversees projects and campaign work performed by Associate Account Managers. Provides best practices to clients as related to email creative and ad campaigns. Helps clients interpret the end results of digital marketing campaigns. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for the management of agency client campaigns. Acts as spokesperson for client within company setting, representing client's point of view and concerns. • Works under the direction of a Sr. Account Manager. Oversees projects and campaign work performed by associate account managers. Assures client projects and requests are handled through the appropriate production channels. • Provides best practices to clients as related to email creative and ad campaigns. Helps clients interpret the end results of digital marketing campaigns. Assists in differentiating our digital services and products from competitor campaigns. • Engages in extensive client communication. Works directly with client on tactical campaign tasks. Responds to client questions and service requests by phone and through email following requested protocols. • Maintains up to date information and expertise in account needs and digital space in order to facilitate campaign solutions. • Accountable for resolving client issues to the point of resolution by proposing solutions and escalating issues to the appropriate level. Assists in managing client expectations. Professionally "pushes back" when client demands do not coincide with realistic expectations. • Collaborates with production, technical and analytical groups to ensure client campaigns are executed according to program goals (accuracy, quality, scope, time and budget). Utilizes checklists and peer reviews. • Maintains up to date information and expertise in account needs and agency space in order to facilitate campaign solutions. • Assists in the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, yearly and ad-hoc client reporting. Looks beyond individual campaign data to analyze overall trends. • Facilitates billing inputs and quality of time tracking. • Facilitates account performance optimization. Looks for ways to increase campaign process efficiency internally and externally within client programs. Basic Requirements: *Bachelors Degree. *Minimum 2 years of applicable work experience (direct marketing, database marketing, interactive marketing, marketing consulting, or advertising) in an agency or client facing environment. *Polished verbal, written communication and presentation skills, with both internal colleagues and external clients. *Extremely proactive, highly organized, with proven ability to manage multiple tasks. *Ability to prioritize and focus, with strict attention to detail. *Thorough understanding of and/or interest in digital marketing. *Sound knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint. *Technically literate and comfortable working with Internet technologies, and desire to build technical knowledge. *Maturity and professionalism, combined with a passion for creativity. *Great team player, know when to lead and when to follow. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing technology and services that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience of data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.2012-04-06 10:27:31United StatesAcxiomTennessee28915TNNashville, TN27691965http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691965/jobUSAConwayTitle: INTERN - Software Configuration Manager Location: Arkansas-Conway The Software Configuration Manager Intern is responsible for helping the SCM team with technical direction, quality assurance, administrative processes and management governing identification, change control, status accounting and auditing of systems or software and their constituent components archives. Duties and Responsibilities: *Aid in building software applications (compile code) *Write scripts (code assembly, administrative, deployment, etc.) *Analyze features and enhancements in source control tools and the SCM process *Evaluate integrity of code across multiple, customer-preferred, vendor-specific environments *Understand code dependencies and daily build variations (I.e. a code fix may break the daily build by causing another portion of the code to malfunction) *Aid in deployment of code to various development and testing environments *Investigate broken builds and malfunctioning environments *Proof read/audit code *Aid in the control and management of code (source, ,binaries, environment configuration files, etc.) *Aid in the administration and maintenance the change management processes required to manage code effectively (I.e. maintain version labels, update source code repository, etc.) *Help to implement, maintain and govern SCM standards and processes on projects *Represent SCM Role and Responsibilities to Project Management and Project Meetings *Work directly with developers and other SCMs to implement/drive enhancements in process standards *Help to create/maintain documentation for source code deliverables (dependencies, configurations, etc) Required Skills: *Exposure to command line operating systems (Linux/Unix) *Microsoft Office Applications Exposure (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook & PowerPoint) *Excellent oral and written communication skills *Strong analytical skills *Strong organizational skills Nice-to-have Skills: *Exposure with source compiling/packaging tools such as ANT, Maven, Make, AutoMake, RPM *Exposure with C/C , Java, C#, ASP.Net, XML *Exposure with continuous automation processes & tools (i.e. Hudson, Jenkins, Nectar, Cruise Control) *Exposure to scripting languages (Perl, shell, python) *Project Management, Presentation skills *Exposure to software development lifecycle and software development methodology *Exposure to source control tools such as Subversion, CVS, PVCS, VSS, ClearCase Preferred Educational Criteria: *Education – Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2013 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:26United StatesAcxiomArkansas28912ARConway, AR27691956http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691956/jobUSAConwayTitle: Network Engineer Location: Arkansas-Conway We are looking for a knowledgeable team player on the Network Engineering team. Candidate must possess a strong attention to detail, understanding of networking; and be a logical thinker. This associate will troubleshoot, analyze and support Acxiom's networks. Maintain network stability, hardware and software. Monitor network(s) to ensure network availability to all system users.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, or other network and system problems and replaces defective components when necessary. Provides real time escalation response for support issues. Provides incident management. Creates and maintains metrics on network performance and availability. · Analyzes and supports Acxiom's internal data communications systems which may include the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet system or network system segment(s). · Maintains computer networks and related computing environments including cable plants, wiring and all other computer hardware, systems software, applications software and configurations. · Coordinates with vendors for installations that may include routers, bridges, concentrators and switches. · Performs data backups and disaster recovery operations. · Acts as focal point for all network reviews. Monitors network performance, determines whether adjustments should to be made and makes suggestions for improvements. · Keeps informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. · Maintains integrity and relevance of systems data and network management tools. Evaluates new products. · Provides mentorship and training to peers and junior engineers · Maintains standard operating procedures and other documentation. Basic Qualifications:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> · Strong Network technology skills including routing & switching protocols, MPLS, VPN etc. · Industry certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP etc). · Experience in F5 BigIP, Cisco ACE, Cisco PIX, Checkpoint/Nokia Firewall, Network management principles and tools, converged network technologies · Good communication skills, · Proven ability to multi-task · Experience working in a fast pace environment Desired Skills: · Understanding and knowledge of Remedy, CA Service Desk or another ticketing system, ITIL v3 principles & practices. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:25United StatesAcxiomArkansas28707ARConway, AR27691955http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691955/jobUSAPhoenixTitle: PRODUCT MANAGER Location: Arizona-Phoenix Acxiom is looking for a Product Manager that can translate Acxiom’s product vision for an integrated data management platform that brings together online, mobile, social, and CRM data into a market-driven development roadmap in alignment with client needs. This person will act a subject matter expert in online advertising including data collection and data distribution and will perform competitive analysis, gather market requirements, construct user stories, maintain a product backlog and work with a cross functional team to deliver product iterations with high market value. This is a highly interactive role, requiring this individual to work closely with partners, engineers, architects, analysts, clients and other product managers. The product manager will also be asked to maintain documents describing how the platform is meeting any industry requirements for user privacy for both known and anonymous interactions. Duties and Responsibilities: *Solicit and prioritize clear and documented requirements from clients, partners, and chief product owner. *Create user stories and maintain product backlog. *Consolidate and synthesize requirements from cross-functional and geographically dispersed organizations across various technology and operational disciplines. *Manage market research and opportunity assessment on new ideas and concepts. *Ensures product development team understands client's / Acxiom’s priorities. *Participate fully to identify major risks to the project and strive for mitigation. *Tracks, measures and communicates product plan. *Defines product characteristics used for quality control and metrics. *Build relationships with customers to garner feedback for development of product offerings. Present products to internal and external customers at a senior level. *Monitors product quality in development and delivery. *Evaluates product readiness. *Communicates to customers concerning project status and ensure they are aware of any risks. *Develops implementation plan. *Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Required Skills: *Significant Online or mobile advertising and/or Ad Operations product knowledge & experience with a deep understanding of the technical operations. *High-level of experience participating in development projects especially with writing and overseeing requirements. *Experience interacting with technical constituents, including software engineers and web developers. Nice to have skills: *Data Management Platform knowledge & experience. *Database Marketing skills. *Acxiom experience. *Agency knowledge or experience. *Knowledge of web standards, design and usability. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:19United StatesAcxiomArizona29059AZPhoenix, AZ27691945http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691945/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - TECHNICAL EXECUTIVE - TRAVEL INDUSTRY Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Technical Executive opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need that we plan to recruit for with a May 2012 start date. Leads technical development, process, strategy and architecture of Acxiom solutions in defined accounts.Promotes standardization of Acxiom solutions and services. Acts as chief technical liaison for assigned Acxiom clients.Ensures technical requirements incorporate Acxiom and client's overall technical vision. * Critical measures: Revenue retention; Revenue growth (add-on, new logo); Account profitability; Client satisfaction * Acts as chief technical liaison for Acxiom clients. * Oversees all technical aspects from development through delivery. Verifies that technical requirements in individual accounts correspond with Acxiom and client's technical "big picture." * Qualifies and recommends solutions and strategies. * Creates framing for proposals and business strategies. * Verifies end solutions meet technical criteria subject matter expertise in Acxiom technologies, verticals and lines of business in order to help align client business needs to products, solutions and services offered. * Conducts enterprise-wide, multiple solution architecture needs analysis for designated accounts. * Prepares and delivers technical presentations to internal associates and clients (current and prospective)at the appropriate technical granularity. Sponsors proposed solutions to CEO and client audiences. * Develops, maintains and shares technical best practices. * Ensures solutions utilize standardized capabilities and platforms. Promotes standardization through solution "templatizing" as appropriate. Advocates standardization of non-standard processes, capabilities and platforms. * Oversees technical issues that arise throughout the sales process. Leads technical sales support. Directs and reviews technical proposal materials for technical integrity, quality, risk quantification, strategic direction and consistency with standards. * Stays informed in latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Presents, participates and publishes in professional forums. Provides industry-recognized technical expertise. * Primarily responsible for maintaining/retaining current revenue levels and contracts within defined book of accounts. Required Skills * Strong verbal, written communication skills. * Able to present Acxiom subject matter targeted to business/line audiences versus IT or supporting functions. * Proven leadership ability with strong client relationship skills. * System Integration experience. * Strong, demonstrated experience base with both organizational and technology leadership. * Ability to speak to any aspect of Information Technology down to at least a mid-level of detail, and obviously much more detail in areas relevant to their earlier work history. * Understand input from several channels and shape it into a coherent message or communication, tailored to the intended audience. * Expert in the bigger integrated picture, process improvements, and overall technology management. Desired Skills * Knowledge/experience of Media/Communications/Travel or Technology industry. More than one is preferred. * New business / presales experience (i.e. consulting skills, strategic leadership, RFP, pricing, presentations, etc). * Working experience as a consultant. * Client ‘presence’; experience with client C level contacts. * Managed a couple different flavored IT groups in the past. * Seasoned IT leader whose comfort zone is no longer just one or two specific specialty areas. * Industry-recognized expertise on IT issues that effect customer's business, particularly emerging technologies. * Identify and document best practices, “templatizing” where possible. * Experience in the digital space (electronic marketing channels i.e. Web 2.0 (blogs, social networking, text…), email). About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:14United StatesAcxiomArkansas27955ARConway, AR27691935http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691935/jobUSAConwayTitle: SYSTEM ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway Duties and Responsibilities: *Act as primary contact for scheduled downtime for all systems. Work with the change team and project managers to schedule system downtime. Submit appropriate tickets for work to be performed. *Engage hardware support teams to resolve unscheduled outages for all systems. Submit appropriate tickets for problem resolution. *Provide regular updates around scheduled and unscheduled downtime to leadership. *Develop and provide metrics to validate up time SLA’s are met. *Define and develop processes to proactively monitor systems and notify the Infrastructure team and users of issues. *Review and sign-off on regular Acxiom security audits for all Servers. *Assist in the preparation for and participate in any corporate, customer or industry security audits. *Define and ensure the implementation of proper backup rules on assets to protect all production solutions and data. *Submit tickets to have restores performed as needed for the team or customer. *Troubleshoot any issues with the regular backups for systems. *Manage backups to contractual retention requirements for the customer. Ensure data is removed / tapes scratched in accordance with retention policy. *Submit tickets as needed to add or modify existing firewall rules. *Engage in and coordinate the research needed if network throughput issues are identified. Coordinate with hardware and systems support teams any necessary changes. *Work with hardware and systems support teams to coordinate all changes to the firewall hardware. *Participate in regular meetings with the Change management team. Provide feedback and status as needed for infrastructure components of scheduled changes. *Provide general user support for the rest of the team. *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all users defined to each system and their respective group assignments. *Manage the addition of new users and removal of retired users from the systems. *Manage password reset requests for Acxiom or client resources. *Develop and maintain a complete inventory of all client specific hardware to include servers, tape devices, DASD and network switches and routers. Inventory to include component name, serial number, service date, data center location, primary use, OS with version, application software installed. *Stay abreast of software releases for all system software. Schedule software updates as necessary. *Coordinate downtime with the appropriate teams and the customer. Includes Operating systems, tools, RDBMS, etc. Examples include SAS, SyncSort, Oracle, XMedic, FTP. Does not include solution specific applications such as NextGen, processing scripts, Orbiter flows, etc. *Manage installation of new hardware for the solution. To include: -Submission of hardware and software quote requests. -Submission of appropriate business cases for procurement. -Coordination with Technology Acquisitions team. -Coordination of installation and setup of new equipment with appropriate support organizations. -Submit CASD tickets and necessary and monitor completion. -Coordinate testing of new assets with client Testing resources -Coordinate the decommissioning and removal of older equipment as necessary. Required Skills: *Command line usage of Unix / Linux, Shell Scripting, Cron *Monitoring tools - Usage, Setup, Install *Establishing, monitoring and enforcing Archival policies and backup procedures *Implementation and maintenance of environment Security Policy and procedures *User Access Administration *Network Protocols *Firewall rules and maintenance *Ability to provide technical leadership to the component team. The associate is expected to be able to interface with high-level client stakeholders and communicate effectively Nice to Have skills: *Previous System Administration experience with Unix *Oracle Database Experience About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:10United StatesAcxiomArkansas28861ARConway, AR27691931http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691931/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED:TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEER Location: Arkansas-Conway FutFu The Telecommunication Engineer: *Designs, implements, configures, troubleshoots, analyzes and supports Acxiom's telecommunication systems. *Identifies and resolves telecom problems. *Conducts tests and adjusts/repairs station equipment as necessary. *Provides the Network Operations Control Center (NOC) with the resources necessary to continuously monitor service delivery (e.g., all hardware, software, and resources). *Audits operations and administration policies for compliance with Acxiom security policies. *Conducts DR testing and reports on findings. *Works with vendors to provide voice and data communications for Information Systems technology needs. *Implements telecom solutions across business lines in support of customer and associate needs. *Participates in decision-making efforts regarding the purchase of new telecommunications technology and equipment. *Performs as an interface/liaison with public carriers. *Responds quickly and efficiently to all installation and maintenance initiatives. *Provides on-call assistance on a rotating and as-needed. *Maintains knowledge of emerging voice technologies, trends, solutions, and telephony products. Required Skills: *Knowledge of multi-site and call center technologies involving: *IVRs (interactive voice response) *VOIP technology (voice over internet protocol) *Switches/Routers *ACDs (automatic call distribution) *Contact Center Reporting *Voicemail *CTI- ( Computer telephony integration) *Call Recording *Routing schemes that support call centers and/or large branch locations *Ability to perform advance programming activities such as: *Multi-site networking *Q-Sig (signaling) Integration *Call Center Programming *Third-Party Application Integration *VoIP equipment and technologies *Expertise with VoIP protocols, such as: H.323 and H.248 *ARS Routing (automatic route selection) *Uniform Dial-Plan *DS1 and ISDN Programming *Cisco CM and Unified Messaging *Knowledge of or experience with Linux, UNIX, and Windows (required to support Cisco applications) *Ability and experience to lead a team of engineers on installations and special projects as required *Possess excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />2012-04-06 10:27:08United StatesAcxiomArkansas28714ARConway, AR27691925http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691925/jobUSAConwayTitle: FUTURE NEED - Data Delivery Analyst Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom Corporation anticipates additional upcoming Data Delivery Analyst opportunities for Central Arkansas. The following position is an anticipated need we plan to recruit for with a October 2012 start date: * Provides expertise for executing and analyzing processes and data to ensure efficient delivery of data products and information to Acxiom clients. * Maintains a broad understanding of Acxiom's processing and product capabilities and utilizes that understanding to ensure client requirements and service levels are achieved. * Leverages knowledge of Acxiom delivery processes, client/industry specifications and/or data to efficiently meet client needs. * Maintains expertise in designated accounts, processes and Acxiom technologies. * Understands how processes interrelate in order to resolve issues with minimal assistance and reduce common errors from occurring. * Provides support and consultation in data, analysis, and interpretation to team and/or clients based on knowledge of the client's business or industry. * Investigates and advises clients on potential processing efficiencies, redundancies and/or optimum use of data. * Shares best practices and lessons learned with internal Acxiom teams. * Addresses and eliminates processes that do not add value. * Improves process efficiency through automation if appropriate. * Designs, prepares, tests, executes, monitors and validates data processing jobs including input data, data formatting specifications and output requirements. * Utilizes standard procedures for the account and/or functional area. * Aims at achieving 100% job/reporting accuracy. * Provides support and communication to internal Acxiom teams and external clients based on knowledge of data and/or Acxiom delivery processes. * Completes client and internal associate/manager requests in a timely fashion. * Creates, consults and presents alternative solutions to internal Acxiom teams and/or external client(s) if analysis/audit uncovers discrepancies. * Ensures jobs are in line with project requirements and service level agreements and security policies. * Verifies that individualized jobs correspond with Acxiom and client's technical 'big picture.' * Performs audits to ensure compliance with established procedures, project requirements and service level agreements/expectations. * If required, provides client(s) with audit materials. * Identifies, recommends and documents code changes or makes appropriate code changes. * Constructs and/or enhances data documentation as needed; audit checklists to fit the appropriate processing steps. * Follow required Quality Assurance Process (QAP) guidelines. * Changes processes for clients through established change management procedures. * Provides data/processing mentoring, training, and/or consulting as part of a team or as a temporary resource during various phases of an implementation solutions development project/process. * Researches and stays informed of environmental changes that would directly impact client processing (system, upgrades, testing, etc.) * Experience in a client-facing role * Demonstrates ability in the following areas: problem solving, written and oral communication, attention to detail, tenacity, organization, conflict resolution and multi-tasking. * Experience with Orbiter and focal. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:27:06United StatesAcxiomArkansas28551ARConway, AR27691922http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691922/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:51United StatesAcxiomArkansas28992ARConway, AR27691894http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691894/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Qualifications/Requirements: The following requirement information may be used as guidance when populating Required Skills and Preferred Skills sections of hiring requisitions. * _ years solution development Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:44United StatesAcxiomArkansas28980ARConway, AR27691882http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691882/jobUSANew YorkTitle: PRODUCT MARKETER Location: New York-New York Product Marketers are focused on 1st line of support for Addressable Advertising and Data Management Platform (DMP). Qualification of leads and know the materials available. Ability to field and resolve questions via phone and email. Online addressable advertising knowledge. Insight into relationships between agencies and advertisers with a high level understanding of digital landscape and ecosystem (email, display, social, search, etc.). Must have the ability to do executive level presentations. Will work very closely with product managers and more in-depth Subject Matter Experts (SME's) to coordinate hand offs and stay up to speed with the product and messaging. Will also work very closely with all other Acxiom product SME's, including the Acxiom Account teams. Required Skills: *Digital ecosystem knowledge and understanding *Basic understanding of database marketing *Ability to understand Acxiom Addressable Advertising and DMP products and solutions very quickly based on past experience *Confident and personable on phone and in person *Strong presentation and communication skills *Ability to multi-task and manage multiple requests Nice to Have skills: *Acxiom knowledge *Presentation development skills About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:35United StatesAcxiomNew York28656NYNew York, NY27691866http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691866/jobUSAConwayTitle: SYSTEM ENGINEER/ARCHITECT/ADMIN Location: Arkansas-Conway System Engineer/Architect/Administrators design, construct, test and implement basic integrated network hardware and software solutions, distributed computing solutions, and physical/logical communications networks. They monitor performance to identify and resolve system infrastructure problems. Duties and Responsibilities: *Primary application support for internal and customer systems for Citrix, Blackberry, Exchange and Outlook. *Responds to client/stakeholder problems in a timely manner, prioritizing multiple issues based on the severity of the case. *Updates tickets with clear, concise and detailed documentation, including all communications regarding work, emails, phone calls and service attempts. *Supports various processes including incident management and change management processes. *Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated server hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. *Monitors, identifies and resolves system infrastructure problems. *Responsible for technical infrastructure projects. *Designs, constructs, tests and implements basic integrated hardware, software and distributed computing solutions. *Verifies stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of solutions. *Monitors performance, identifies issues and resolves system infrastructure problems. *Collaborates with various groups to select appropriate design, process and tests and ensures the compatibility of system components. *Ensures compliance to service level agreements including time, scope and budget considerations as well as incident management (response and resolve time) and timekeeping components. *Standardizes, automates and/or streamlines work processes as appropriate to drive consistency in approach and increase efficiency. *Identifies proactive approaches to minimize reactive modes. *Identifies and diagnoses areas of design, maintenance and/or process improvement. Reviews/audits infrastructure, identifies gaps and provides gap analysis. *Works with other system engineers on improvement plan of action. *Develops, maintains and shares best practices. *Keeps informed and evaluates the latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. Required Skills: *Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access *Respond to, troubleshoot and resolve issues submitted by phone, email, in-person and through our online ticketing system *Escalate and coordinate issues requiring assistance from other technical teams *Provide regular updates to stakeholders throughout the investigation and resolution of an issue *Thoroughly and accurately document investigation and resolution details in our online ticketing system *Participation in Oncall Rotation Nice to Have Skills: *Understanding of Workflow grid, Batch, CDI and Real-time Environments *Timely decision making and a sense of urgency are key skills as well as understanding and complying with security standards designed to ensure file and equipment protection and data confidentiality *Able to establish priorities and handle multiple tasks concurrently *Effective written, verbal and listening communication skills *Has the ability to satisfy customers who are in crisis mode *Ability to quickly learn and use new technologies *Analytical and detail-oriented *Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Technical Support team (identify and recommend new support tools or areas for improvement) *Automated Monitoring Tool Experience (Wily, eHealth/Spectrum, BMC Patrol, TM/ART, Insight About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:32United StatesAcxiomArkansas29153ARConway, AR27691860http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691860/jobUSANew YorkTitle: PRODUCT MARKETER Location: New York-New York Product Marketers are focused on 1st line of support for Addressable Advertising and Data Management Platform (DMP). Qualification of leads and know the materials available. Ability to field and resolve questions via phone and email. Online addressable advertising knowledge. Insight into relationships between agencies and advertisers with a high level understanding of digital landscape and ecosystem (email, display, social, search, etc.). Must have the ability to do executive level presentations. Will work very closely with product managers and more in-depth Subject Matter Experts (SME's) to coordinate hand offs and stay up to speed with the product and messaging. Will also work very closely with all other Acxiom product SME's, including the Acxiom Account teams. Required Skills: *Digital ecosystem knowledge and understanding *Basic understanding of database marketing *Ability to understand Acxiom Addressable Advertising and DMP products and solutions very quickly based on past experience *Confident and personable on phone and in person *Strong presentation and communication skills *Ability to multi-task and manage multiple requests Nice to Have skills: *Acxiom knowledge *Presentation development skills About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:32United StatesAcxiomNew York28657NYNew York, NY27691861http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691861/jobUSAFoster CityTitle: STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER Location: California-Foster City OPEN TO REMOTE/HOME BASED CANDIDATES THAT ARE NOT IN OR NEAR FOSTER CITY, CA OR NEW YORK. Actively manage a process for governing and coordinating partnering activity across Acxiom with a focus on contracting and managing revenue producing strategic partnerships. Responsibilities Include: * Create and maintain a system for governing partnerships. * Help develop a strategy for increasing the value Acxiom realizes from partnerships, including goals for increasing revenue and contribution to profits through improving existing and adding new partnerships. * Help run a process for responding to incoming partnership opportunities, vetting requests against established priorities, evaluating candidates or routing candidates to appropriate Acxiom teams, and registering outcomes so as to maintain a partnering pipeline. * Operate and execute; translate partner initiatives and opportunities into internal activities, drive internal process to prioritize initiatives, and lead cross-functional teams to execute against them. * Manage a subset of partnerships that will be managed directly by the Global Product Solutions (GPS) Strategic Partnerships team. * For those partnerships managed directly, set a governance structure for the partnerships, discover needs and set goals, ensure the needs of Acxiom and of the partner are addressed, and set and reach financial and non-financial goals based on the objectives of the partnership. * Design and implement programs to assist Acxiom associates responsible for creating and managing partnerships to increase their effectiveness and drive more value. * Identify service providers who can supply needed expertise to partnering teams, and promote their appropriate use. * Organize and maintain a process for aggregating recommendations for potential acquisition or investment from among current or potential partners. Required Skills: * 5-10 years of experience in alliances/partnership management. * Proven record of success structuring and closing direct and partnership deals with large and complex clients and partners. Must demonstrate “hunter” mentality. * Strong grasp of the advertising ecosystem (ie advertisers/agencies, publishers, first and third party ad networks, ad targeting data providers). * A deep understanding of the marketing and related technology needs of Acxiom’s customers. * A track record of effectively discovering and mapping the needs of complex organizations, including one’s organization, and finding ways to leverage strengths of different organizations to create value. * Demonstrated ability to build relationships cross-functionally and cross-organizations at all levels and to bring alignment among disparate stakeholder. * Strong grasp of core business disciplines, including communication skills, analytical orientation, ability to influence, process design and management. * Prior success in designing, deploying, and managing enterprise wide processes. * Experience developing and negotiating long term contracts to govern business relationships. * Experience with several of the following is a plus: Apple, Google, Facebook, eBay/PayPal, Cable TV networks, Microsoft, Amazon, mobile ad networks, major mobile carriers (AT&T, Verizon). * Experience with major advertisers and/or their agencies is a plus. About Acxiom Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:29United StatesAcxiomCalifornia28268CAFoster City, CA27691852http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691852/jobUSAConwayTitle: TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST Location: Arkansas-Conway Acxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. *Combines high level customer service skills and technical aptitude to ensure complex technical issues are resolved in a timely manner. Researches, recommends and/or performs complex remedial actions regarding various technical issues. *Coordinates and/or escalates cross-functional efforts as need for complex technical issue resolution. *Researches, recommends and/or performs complex remedial actions regarding various technical issues by phone, email, in person and/or through Acxiom's automated online ticketing program. Performs root cause analysis on designated technical issues. *Determines when issue requires additional resources to ensure timely resolution. As appropriate, coordinates and/or escalates cross-functional efforts for complex technical issue resolution. *Conducts various data loads. Filters duplicative, redundant and/or erroneous data events. Identifies reoccurring incidents and recommend ways to establish standardized mechanisms to minimize/eliminate occurrence rate. Determines process improvements to increase data collection and reporting efficiency. *Automates/establishes repeatability processes as appropriate. Maintains, archives and updates records of daily data communication, issues and remedial actions taken. *Manages multiple ticket queues (incident and possible change.) Closes tickets in a timely manner. *Documents and follows up/provides updates on issues as appropriate. Keeps informed of latest industry news, trends, products, services, competitors and relevant existing and emerging technologies. *Communicates any issues that may impact internal or client teams. Required Skills *Monitoring and response to Event Monitor incidents, CASD and ATS tickets, Apiary Alerts, Wily and IntroScope alerts, *Understanding of Workflow grid, Batch, CDI and Real-time Environments *Monitoring of the Nexus Evaluation queue, job cancellation queue, Evaluation locks, task overrides and Grid initiation queue for job resources and status *Knowledge of downloads daily, weekly and monthly *Long time understanding of Acxiom and Acxiom processes *Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access *Internal Acxiom Applications (Grid/Apiary support, Orbiter, Nexus, AGS) *Proficient use of Primus Knowledge Base, CASD Knowledge Base *Respond to, troubleshoot and resolve issues submitted by phone, email, in-person and through our online ticketing system *Escalate and coordinate issues requiring assistance from other technical teams *Provide regular updates to stakeholders throughout the investigation and resolution of an issue *Thoroughly and accurately document investigation and resolution details in our online ticketing system Desired Skills *Timely decision making and a sense of urgency are key skills as well as understanding and complying with security standards designed to ensure file and equipment protection and data confidentiality *Able to establish priorities and handle multiple tasks concurrently *Effective written, verbal and listening communication skills *Has the ability to satisfy customers who are in crisis mode *Ability to quickly learn and use new technologies *Analytical and detail-oriented *Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Technical Support team (identify and recommend new support tools or areas for improvement) About Acxiom<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. Our superior industry-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data and analytics, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized, multichannel marketing strategies. Acxiom leverages over 40 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. For more information about Acxiom, visit Acxiom.com. Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:28United StatesAcxiomArkansas28911ARConway, AR27691850http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691850/jobUSAConwayTitle: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Arkansas-ConwayAcxiom has long been known as both an innovator in data marketing and as a trusted marketing partner to many of the world’s largest companies. Recently, Acxiom made a commitment to further invest in Acxiom product development to revolutionize the way that businesses utilize the vast amount of digital and off-line data available for marketing purposes. The explosion of new data elements produced through e-commerce transactions, mobile device usage, loyalty programs, social networking, on-line activity, etc. is often overwhelming for a company to sift through to make informed marketing decisions. Acxiom is committed to “refining” this data overload and transforming the way that companies deliver intelligent and appealing marketing offerings in a manner that respects consumer privacy. To meet this challenge, Acxiom is hiring top talent to join our products and engineering organization. In joining Acxiom, you can expect to be part of a digitally-enabled, modern, differentiated, world-class data powerhouse that is dedicated to meeting clients’ needs and offering our employees with a first-rate work environment. Job Summary: The Software Developer customizes software deliverables for client business needs. The Software Developer also manages the software development life cycle from initial business analysis, technical design, coding and testing through software delivery. Designs, constructs and documents software systems and software applications. They also direct the quality assurance for new or enhanced software and work closely with multi-functional teams to ensure consistent quality and execution of developmental functions. Responsibilities: *Creates quality, reusable, efficient, maintainable code *Responsible for application development, unit testing, and code maintenance. *Transforms functional specifications into detailed design specifications necessary for the creation, maintenance, and ongoing support of application code. *Functions as active member of a software development team that covers the entire software development cycle *Provides technical support including troubleshooting and diagnostics. *Consults, advises and educates leaders and other associates. *Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks at once. *Works with testers to validate test plans.Job Role Specific Competencies: *Language Syntax of at least 2 relevant software development languages: Java and C preferred *Object Oriented design principles *Service Oriented Architecture principles *Event Driven concepts *Procedural concepts *Debugging/Issue resolution *Software Development Methodology *Relational Database Principles Operating System Experience: *Linux/Unix Commands *Linux/Unix File Management *Shell Scripting Nice to Have Skills: *SQL *PL-SQL *XML/XSD Soft Skills: *Strong oral and written communication *Attention to detail *Strong analytical skills *Critical thinking *Ability to work in a team environment *Continuous self-directed learning Preferred Education: *Bachelor or Masters students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Quality, Information Systems, Mathematics and Statistics or related areas of study. Seeking May 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 graduates GPA – 2.75 or above About Acxiom With a proven 40-year history, a clientele list that includes all of the top advertisers, and a market cap north of $1B, Acxiom Corporation is the clear leader in the marketing services and technology space. The world of marketing has changed dramatically with the proliferation of advanced mobile devices, tablets, cable television channels, infinite array of display internet sites, search, and digital billboards. Consumers are exposed to marketing content at every turn and marketers need to tell them a targeted, sequenced and serialized story to most effectively drive consumer action. The common denominator and necessary tool for every marketer is data. Acxiom’s cutting edge technologies enable the marketer to mine data in a way that allows for a synchronized message that reaches the consumer at the most crucial touch points. Acxiom has an impressive new senior executive team dedicated to leading Acxiom to record performance results as well as returning the company to a “best place to work” status. New executives include CEO/President Scott Howe (former Microsoft executive with an economics degree from Princeton and a Harvard MBA), CFO Warren Jensen (former CFO of Electronic Arts, Amazon.com and NBC), Chief Revenue Officer Nada Stirratt (former CRO of MySpace and executive at MTV) and Chief Product and Engineering Officer Phil Mui (former strategy leader at Google who holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from MIT). Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, AR, and serves clients around the world from locations in the United States (Little Rock and Conway, AR; Foster City, CA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN) as well as multiple locations in Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America. Acxiom is an EEO/AA employer. It’s a great time to consider Acxiom for career opportunities! Receive all new Acxiom job postings by following us on Twitter at @acxiomjobs.2012-04-06 10:26:28United StatesAcxiomArkansas28987ARConway, AR27691849http://acxiom.jobs/xml/27691849/job