Synacor 2009-10-29T20:50:48Z Synacor is a dynamic, fun and exciting company. Jeans and t-shirts are typical office attire, even for the executives. Flexible work hours accommodate employees with special scheduling needs, early risers and those who need a little caffeinated kick-start each morning. Synacor's headquarters are located along Buffalo's waterfront and the Erie Basin Marina. Taking a few minutes to stretch your legs is as easy as walking the 1,000 feet or so to the water. The office wireless network even reaches a beautiful gazebo, making it easy to spend a little time outdoors while still being productive. We are looking for great people to join our team and be given the freedom to do the work they were hired to do. We are currently searching for a Web Architect who will partner with the Product organization to help drive product innovation and specification, as well as provide guidance during development. The web architect will be responsible for defining the technical architecture of web applications. We’re looking for someone who has an extensive background in PHP application development in a high volume environment. Duties and Responsibilities: • Own the technical design of Web applications and write technical specifications, including information architecture, data design, and technical details • Work with product team to define software products by consulting during specification stage, performing research, developing prototypes or proofs-of-concept, participating in calls and vendor selection activities, and acting as an expert technical contributor • Contribute to general development efforts by producing documentation and training materials and conducting training sessions • Develop and maintain expertise in a wide range of industry technologies including cable/ISP billing and provisioning systems, end-to-end video distribution (IPTV) and DRM technologies, federated identity initiatives, and emerging Internet technologies • Generate proposals for the Executive team and conduct presentation/training sessions for Synacor staff. Participate in open source initiatives, standards organizations and industry groups • Work with the development teams to ensure implementation of the product vision • Provide communication and integration point to other parts of Engineering, IT, and System organization including other architects to identify and address any issues or impact that projects might have on those areas • Other duties as assigned What you’ll need to bring to the table: • A passion for Internet development • Relentlessly seeks to expand your knowledge • Strategic, sensible, and able to see both the forest and the trees • Great collaborator with both technical and non-technical staff • Great organizational skills • Quality focused • Mandatory experience with building high-volume Web applications • Extensive programming expertise in LAMP • Experience writing software design specifications • Familiarity with a wide range of Internet applications, technologies, sites, and business models • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science or related degree; or related expertise and experience Additional desired experience depending on architect role: Video • Expertise working with embedded video players (Windows Media, flv_playback, etc.), their features and functionality • Expertise with the capabilities of streaming servers such as Helix or Flash Media Server • Experience with CDN’s • Experience with DRM Communications/Convergence • Experience with webmail systems (ex. Zimbra) especially from the development standpoint • Experience with mobile applications • Familiarity with digital home technologies (UPnP, DLNA) or OCAP a plus • Experience with VOIP softswitch integrations a plus PIE • Expertise using Web integration methods including XML, SOAP, and proprietary API’s and protocols • Experience with Web-based premium service offerings a plus What we’ll bring to the table: • 100% Company paid benefits (health, dental, vision) for all employees and eligible dependents • Competitive compensation • 25 cent vending machines • Free Spot coffee, popcorn and cappuccino • Award winning company culture • Casual dress and flexible environment • Generous paid time off • H1B Visa Sponsorship available • The opportunity to make a difference! *Relocation to Buffalo, NY is required for this position – relocation assistance is available false 5766 To apply please visit our website; www.synacor.com/jobs Buffalo, NY http://www.synacor.com 4 Miscellaneous