by Irma Moore | Sep 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented Design Researcher to join our growing, distributed team at Coforma.
At Coforma, Design Researchers are essential conduits between the communities and people our partners serve and a diverse, cross-functional team of designers, software engineers, and product managers. Our team is dedicated to creating critical digital services, products, and solutions that improve lives.
As a Design Researcher, you’ll collaborate with government agencies, nonprofits, and cause-based organizations to help inspire and ground your cross-functional peers in the richness of research-driven insights. You’ll help us better understand the people we aim to serve, the needs of the organizations and agencies we work with, and the changes we can make to have a large and lasting impact. As part of a project team, you will work within cross-disciplinary groups to deliver thoughtful, functional solutions.
$117,420 to $143,170 Annual Salary + Benefits + Growth Potential
Placement within this range will be based on the competency level of the candidate. An offer will be made at one of the following tiers:
Tier 1: $117,420 — Meets minimum qualification/experience requirements. Beyond onboarding, will need additional guidance and training to perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 2: $130,810 — Experienced and fully-competent. Beyond onboarding, can independently perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 3: $143,170 — Highly-experienced and can perform all responsibilities of the role at a higher level than expected once onboarding is completed.
To honor our company-wide equitable pay system, the posted salary range and corresponding tier salaries are non-negotiable.
The job posting for this role will close by 5:00pm PT on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
The desired start date for this role is October 2024.
This is a US-based remote position open to applicants in the states listed below. Some travel may be required.
Note: to ensure we remain compliant with all state, county, and local employment and tax regulations, applicants must currently reside in one of the following states to be considered for employment with Coforma. This list will be updated periodically as our PeopleOps team works to open up hiring in additional states.
-Arizona
-California
-District of Columbia
-Florida
-Georgia
-Idaho
-Illinois
-Maine
-Maryland
-Massachusetts
-Montana
-Nevada
-New Jersey
-New York
-North Carolina
-Oregon
-South Carolina
-Tennessee
-Texas
-Virginia
-Washington
-Wisconsin
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
- Conduct, analyze, and present primary and secondary research to inform the larger team’s work, usually under the guidance of a senior researcher
- Plan and facilitate primary research sessions (in-depth interviews, UX sessions, etc.) based on the team’s questions and goals
- Plan and facilitate outreach and recruitment activities to engage research participants, nurture the relationships, and ensure all legal and ethical procedures for protecting confidentiality are adhered to
- Manage professional communications with a diverse group of stakeholders
- Conduct rapid desk research (secondary), triangulating from a range of sources such as academic literature, conference publications, nonprofit and government reports, etc.
- Creatively utilize qualitative research methods such as in-depth interviews, ethnographic field research, focus groups, UX sessions, and others with a focus on humility, understanding, and compassion to ensure an ethical and trauma-informed approach
- Collaboratively synthesize research findings with a focus on bringing the voices of those we serve into the actionable recommendations and guidance we provide to our cross-functional colleagues
- Articulate recommendations and opportunities for diverse stakeholder audiences
- Advocate from a human-centered perspective throughout design and implementation phases of our work
- Help create inclusive partnerships to increase the participatory capacity of projects and/or programs to be designed by and with involved individuals and communities
- Seek out opportunities to both mentor and receive guidance from your peers, with a focus on growing a shared understanding of ethical and trauma-informed research and participatory design practices
- Model and promote a highly collaborative, responsible, and ethical culture through your individual actions and interactions
Who You Are (Requirements)
- 5+ years of professional work experience with research and/or human-centered design research
- At least 3 years of consulting or client-facing professional services practice
- Professional or volunteer experience working with marginalized or underserved communities
- An eagerness for identifying and demystifying the needs and priorities of research participants and co-creating clear solutions
- Experience conducting primary qualitative research (facilitating interviews, UX sessions, etc.), both remotely and in person
- Passion for and experience informing quality interaction design, usability, and accessibility
- The humility and ability to welcome constructive feedback, iterate on our work, and include the needs and perspectives of our customers, contributors, and teammates
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally (whether verbally or through assistive technologies/aids)—you’ll be collaborating with others, proposing processes, and presenting your work regularly
- A desire to give and receive constructive feedback compassionately and openly
- A level of comfort conducting research in fast-paced environments (e.g., agile sprints) with designers, software engineers/developers, product managers, and others, relying on timely insights and guidance from the research
- Comfort with and eagerness to co-create quality research artifacts with designers, including personas, journey maps, user and task flows, wireframes, and sitemaps
- Comfort collaborating with visual, UX, and product designers, software engineers, product managers, and others
- A passion for superior quality research that upholds the highest standards of ethics, inclusion, and accessibility
- A passion for continual learning
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- 2+ years of experience working on a remote team or remote freelancing
- Education and/or experience with trauma-informed practice in any area
- Prior government or federal consulting experience
- Experience working with technical stakeholders and team members
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, flexible, innovative, and attentive to detail
Other
- Internet: Will prioritize and maintain access to strong, reliable internet for the remote nature of our work, except when on vacation or holiday
- Security: Will keep the highest security practices to ensure privacy and security of Coforma and client information given the nature of our work, even when on vacation
- Travel Flexibility: On request and with advanced notice, will attend in-person events such as meetings, workshops, and trainings as assigned for projects that require it (up to 10-15%, with health and safety precautions being paramount)
- Brand Representation: Will represent Coforma professionally and sincerely, modeling our Company Values in all interactions
We Don’t Care About
- Whether or not you have a degree of any kind
- Whether your educational major, if you had one, is related to this role
- Whether or not you have GitHub contributions
- Whether or not you have worked at a well-recognized company
- Whether you’re sure that you check every single box perfectly
We Do Care About
- Your passions, professional or otherwise
- Your well-informed opinions about design, technology, teams, and process
- You
$117,420 – $143,170 a year
The salary range for this position is $117,420 to $143,170 per year, in line with our company-wide equitable pay scale.
Placement within this range will be based on the competency level of the candidate. An offer will be made at one of the following tiers:
Tier 1: $117,420 — Meets minimum qualification/experience requirements. Beyond onboarding, will need additional guidance and training to perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 2: $130,810 — Experienced and fully-competent. Beyond onboarding, can independently perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 3: $143,170 — Highly-experienced and can perform all responsibilities of the role at a higher level than expected once onboarding is completed.
To honor our company-wide equitable pay system, the posted salary range and corresponding tier salaries are non-negotiable.
We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Due to the nature of our work with the federal government, this role is required to work from the contiguous United States.
We’re Coforma
The stress of job searching can make you wonder if you’re enough. Studies have even shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when they don’t meet every qualification. We believe that you ARE enough, and that it’s okay not to meet every requirement. We’re building a culture that’s authentic, inclusive, and diverse. If you’re excited to work with us but not sure you check every box, apply anyway! You may be just right for this role or another one.
About Us
We use creativity to get results for clients and the communities they serve.
We’ve honed a modern, agile, user-centered approach that elevates human needs through thoughtfully-designed systems and products.
From connecting families in crisis at the US border to improving the way governments consume COVID-19 mobility data through a more accessible and user-friendly tool, we’re dedicated to improving people’s lives through thoughtful technology products and services. Together. Our cross-functional team works closely with each other and with our government, nonprofit, and commercial partners to research, design, and build better products and services.
Coforma employs over 150 talented creators. Our leadership has decades of experience in improving government digital services from a civic service mindset, and a strong record of developing innovative technology solutions for government, enterprise, and nonprofits.
We thoughtfully integrate design into product development. We are experts in leading the design and development of products to meet business goals, build alignment, and deliver value through technically feasible and iterative design activities.
Business objectives and human beings are at the center of our work. We work very closely and collaboratively with our partners, from solicitation through to delivery, to ensure that the solution provides a high level of value to the business. Accessibility is never overlooked in our work, and our iterative approach validates the utility and delight of the final product.
Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Workplace
Coforma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factors that are protected from employment discrimination under federal law.
We are committed to ensuring accessibility and equal opportunity and offering reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities. We adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act and all relevant federal, state, and local laws concerning disability discrimination and accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, please email [email protected].
About Public Trust and Other Background Investigations
Due to the nature of our client and project work, most roles may require a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI), Moderate Background Investigation (MBI), Background Investigation (BI) or other relevant investigations as needed. Additional information regarding background evaluations or investigations can be found on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management website (opm.gov).
by Irma Moore | Sep 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
Offchain Labs has developed a suite of scaling solutions for Ethereum. This includes Arbitrum, an Optimistic Rollup, that instantly scales apps, reducing costs and increasing capacity, without sacrificing Ethereum’s security. Porting contracts to Arbitrum requires no code changes or downloads since it’s compatible with existing Ethereum developer languages and tooling. Arbitrum today is the leading Ethereum scaling solution with dominant market share including hundreds of apps on the platform and over 40% of all rollup liquidity. Offchain labs also contributes to the Ethereum core protocol with the Prysm consensus client.
Our team is extremely passionate and works tirelessly to bridge the gap between what blockchain is and what blockchain can be. We strive to maintain an atmosphere that fosters innovation and new ideas through collaboration, research, and deep discussions. After raising an initial round of $3.8M in seed funding in January 2019 and a $20M series A, as well as a $100M series B in 2021, we are ready to hire additional team members who have an interest in working in the blockchain space and a knack for approaching problems in unconventional ways.
As a Technical Recruiter, you will be tasked with a critical responsibility – growing our Product, Partnerships, and Marketing teams. You will partner with key stakeholders and hiring managers to bring creativity and strategy to source top talents. Passionate about the blockchain space, you have a natural flair for identifying great technical contributors
What you’ll do:
- Work closely with Talent leadership and execute the talent strategy
- Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs
- You will expertly lead and execute our recruitment processes across various roles and build a network in the external talent market
- Follow existing processes while identifying gaps and proposing solutions
- Keeping track of all applicants as well as keeping applicants informed on the application process
- Be creative and flexible when strategically sourcing talent
- Nurture trust-based relationships with candidates
- Extend employment offers
What you’ll need:
- Relevant experience in full-lifecycle recruiting and building candidate pipelines for a high-growth startup
- Excellent organizational skills and time management
- Exceptional work ethic and highly coachable
- Familiar with Lever
- Strong planning and operational skills
- High EQ
- Have a passion for and experience within the blockchain/crypto space
Perks:
- Remote first global workforce.
- Accrued Time off for Vacation and dedicated Sick Leave.
- Industry or role-based conference attendance support.
- Ergonomic Equipment Matching Program.
- Company issued laptop.
- Annual Company Offsite.
Attention Offchain Labs Job Seekers:
Please be advised that there has been a rise in fraudulent recruiter activities, particularly within the Web3 space. If you would like to confirm whether someone is an OCL employee or the legitimacy of an offer you received, please email [email protected]
At Offchain Labs, we believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential to our success. We are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply and join our team.
by Irma Moore | Sep 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
you are located within Texas, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* (work from home) as you take on some tough challenges.
At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable, and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us and start doing your life’s best work.SM
Positions in this function include operating data entry devices to perform a variety of data entry duties across functions including Claims and Network Operations.
This position is full-time (40 hours/week). Employees are required to work during our normal business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm CST. It may be necessary, given the business need (during open enrollment period, October – February), to work occasional overtime and weekends. If you reside within a commutable distance to our Fort Worth office located at 300 Burnett Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76116 you will need to be available to come onsite for Quarterly team meetings.
We offer weeks of on-the-job training. The hours during training will be 8:00am – 5:00pm CST, Monday – Friday.
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Moderate work experience within own function.
- Some work is completed without established procedures.
- Basic tasks are completed without review by others.
- Supervision / guidance is required for higher level tasks.
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma / GED OR equivalent work experience.
- Must be 18 years of age OR older.
- 1+ years of experience working in customer service.
- Experience with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Ability to work during our normal business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm CST, including the flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends based on the business need (during open enrollment period, October – February).
Telecommuting Requirements:
- Reside within Texas.
- Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable).
- Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
- Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.
Soft Skills:
- Ability to remain focused and productive each day though tasks that may be repetitive.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
by Irma Moore | Sep 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Trailer Park Group is a full-service global agency specializing in content creation and entertainment marketing. By combining storytelling expertise with large-scale production resources, Trailer Park is uniquely positioned to create, market, and distribute content for its diverse client portfolio of major brands and top entertainment studios. With content creation at the center, we support our clients with strategy, creative, and the latest in digital services.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We can’t wait to hire our next Social Motion Designer to join our growing social media agency team. In this role, you will create and deliver high-quality motion graphic assets across multiple platforms, emphasizing social media posts. This role is perfect for a creative individual with a keen eye for design, a love for all things film/TV streaming, and a passion for social media
Please note that this freelance position will be paid via W2 payroll. This remote role may require client meetings in New York City, NY.
IMPORTANT THINGS ABOUT THIS ROLE
– Strong After Effects experience important
– Social Media asset creation in the entertainment industry (film, television, streaming) needed
– 3-6 month freelance assignment
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Develop high-quality, engaging, visually appealing motion content for social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.
- Design and produce graphics, videos, and other visual content to support social media campaigns and overall marketing initiatives with a globally recognized streaming entertainment client
- Collaborate with the integrated marketing team to develop and execute social media artwork for the original streaming content
- Ensure all content is consistent with the brand’s voice, style, and guidelines
- Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices to keep our strategies innovative and effective
- Work closely with the marketing, creative, and account management teams to ensure cohesive campaign execution
- Participate in client meetings to present conceptual ideas, ideate on future creative for motion design in social media campaigns, etc.
ABOUT YOU:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in motion design in an entertainment marketing setting
- Experience in creating social media assets for film, television, and streaming entertainment clients is really important. Streaming client experience a clear differentiator
- After Effects experience is required, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro) also required
- Demonstrated ability to create visually compelling and engaging content.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate creative ideas and strategies effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and client needs.
- Collaborative attitude with a willingness to work closely with team members and clients.
NOTE: A creative portfolio will be required when applying for this position. Please include a password if your reel is password-protected
Trailer Park Group has a variety of agencies under our corporate umbrella, working on entertainment campaigns for film, television, streaming, and video games. If this project timing doesn’t work for you, please don’t hesitate to apply. We utilize freelance talent often and are always looking for great freelance partners. We can’t wait to learn more about you. Apply today!
#LI-Remote
COMPENSATION:
Please note that the below range is payable via day rate (not hourly). Also note that all freelance work is paid via W2 payroll at Trailer Park Group.
Daily rate pay range for this position is below. If your requirements fall outside of the below pay range, we still encourage you to apply.
$400—$500 USD
by Irma Moore | Sep 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Description
CloudLinux is a global remote-first company. We are driven by our principles: do the right thing, employees first, we are remote first, and we deliver high volume, low-cost Linux infrastructure and security products that help companies to increase the efficiency of their operations. Every person in our team supports each other and does what we can to ensure we all are successful.
We are looking for a Principal Software Enginner to join our dynamic team at Imunify. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that are pushing the boundaries of enterprise cyber security applications.
Imunify Security Suite is our innovative security solution designed specifically for shared and VPS/Dedicated servers. The automated, easy-to-use solution with the six-layer approach to security delivers comprehensive and complete attack prevention.
Check out our website for more information about our Imunify Product https://www.imunify360.com/
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect, implement, and oversee server-side solutions utilizing Linux networking technologies with strong emphasis on optimization.
- Lead the development of high-quality software products, ensuring adherence to coding standards and Agile methodologies.
- Drive collaboration among development teams, testers, and stakeholders to achieve sprint objectives, providing guidance on technical priorities.
- Provide accurate estimations of project effort during sprint planning, evaluate open-source alternatives, and offer strategic recommendations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive automated tests for critical software components to uphold code quality and reliability.
- Champion process improvements, including coding practices, standards, and tooling, to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Demonstrate proactive leadership in task prioritization, focusing on value delivery and meeting project deadlines.
- Facilitate design and peer code reviews, offering expert insights and constructive feedback to foster a culture of excellence.
- Conduct thorough technical root cause analysis and debugging to address software defects and operational challenges effectively.
- Foster continuous self-improvement among team members, promoting the development of technical and communication skills.
Requirements
To thrive in this role, we are looking for someone who has:
- 8 years of progressive experience in software development, with a strong proficiency in either Go or Python.
- Proven extensive hands-on experience in building robust server-side applications and services using Go or Python, coupled with expertise in performance tuning, web servers preferably.
- Knowledge and experience in network and web security is a huge plus.
- Deep understanding of Linux network subsystem.
- Hands-on experience in Linux (experience with popular distributions such as CentOS and Debian).
- Deep knowledge and practical experience in network security solutions.
- Knowledge and experience with Bash, C, and SQL is a plus.
Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- A focus on professional development.
- Interesting and challenging projects.
- Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide.
- Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves.
- Compensation for private medical insurance.
- Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement.
- Budget for education.
- The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent.
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