Senior Network Engineer Consultant (Indianapolis)

IWU is seeking a Senior Network Engineer Consultant (Independent Contractor ‑ 1099 / Contract-to-Hire) for a large-scale technology reorganization project. ABOUT IWU TECHNOLOGY ABOUT THE ROLE: IWU is standing up a dual-site, active/active, and on-premises data center footprint to support enterprise re-platforming and an AI-first technology stack. The network fabric is the connective tissue for everything we run – campus and colocation connectivity, leaf/spine data center switching, inter-site links, GPU/RoCE traffic, and the security perimeter that protects it all. We are seeking a Network Engineer – a principal-level individual contributor – with deep Cisco routing/switching and Palo Alto Networks firewall expertise to design, build, and operate that fabric. This is not a cloud-network role . IWU runs production network infrastructure we own and operate in commercial colocation and across our campus estate. You will own complex network designs, implement them in production, mentor engineers through your work, and keep the network observable, secure, and available on an enterprise scale. You will be a hands-on principal : you will translate industry network standards into deployed configurations, partner with infrastructure, security, AI, telecom, and application teams, and hold the bar for design quality, operational discipline, and incident response. Network Architecture and Design Contribute to the enterprise network reference architecture – campus, WAN/SD-WAN, data center leaf/spine, inter-site active/active connectivity, and out-of-band management – aligned to dual-site colocation standards. Design Cisco-centric L2/L3 fabrics – Nexus data center switching, Catalyst campus switching, ASR/ISR routing, EVPN/VXLAN or traditional multi-tier designs, BGP route reflectors, and redundant default-gateway strategies. Design inter-site and carrier connectivity – BGP with ISPs and colocation cross-connects, path selection, bandwidth capacity planning, and latency budgets for synchronous replication and AI workloads. Document approved design patterns , IP addressing plans, and naming standards for the network team and adjacent engineering groups. Palo Alto Security Platform Architect and operate Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls for data center, campus, and inter-site security zones. Build and maintain security policy – application-based rules, zone segmentation, NAT, SSL/TLS decryption where approved, threat prevention, URL filtering, and WildFire integration. Implement zero-trust network access patterns in partnership with Identity and Security – user-ID, device-ID, GlobalProtect remote access, and integration with Entra ID / Active Directory. Lead firewall change management – rule lifecycle, recertification, hit-count review, and audit-ready documentation. Data Center and High-Performance Networking Operate leaf/spine data center fabrics supporting bare-metal, VMware, Kubernetes, and GPU/accelerator clusters – including RoCE or high-speed Ethernet designs for AI training and inference traffic where standards require. Configure network services – DHCP/DNS integration, NTP, SNMP/streaming telemetry, NetFlow/IPFIX, and automation hooks for monitoring platforms. Partner with the Enterprise AI Architect and infrastructure teams on network requirements for AI platform nodes – bandwidth, lossless Ethernet where needed, ECN/PFC tuning, and traffic isolation. Operations, Automation, and Resilience Implement high availability and DR for network services – redundant supervisors, MLAG/vPC, HSRP/VRRP, graceful restart, BFD, and tested failover runbooks across dual sites. Automate network operations where practical – Python, Ansible, Terraform, Cisco NSO, or Palo Alto API/XML/REST – for config generation, compliance checks, and repeatable deployments. Maintain lifecycle management – IOS/XE/NX-OS and PAN-OS patching cadence, hardware refresh, end-of-life planning, and sparing strategy. Governance and Collaboration Partner with Information Security on segmentation, DDoS mitigation, and compliance controls – FERPA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 evidence as applicable. Support ITIL-aligned change , incident, and problem management – clear CAB submissions, rollback plans, and configuration backups before every production change. Mentor network engineers through design reviews, pairing on complex changes, and written standards – you raise the bar by how you work, not by people-management scope. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Required According to Indiana Wesleyan University policy, all employees and contract-to-hire contractors must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement . 8 years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering , with 3 years operating Cisco and Palo Alto platforms at production scale. Expert-level Cisco skills – routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, EVPN/VXLAN, STP/RSTP, HSRP/VRRP, QoS), Nexus and/or Catalyst platforms, and data center or campus network design. Expert-level Palo Alto Networks skills –firewalls, security policy design, zone architecture, VPN/GlobalProtect, and threat prevention features. Demonstrated experience designing and operating dual-site or multi-site network topologies – inter-site links, BGP, active/active or active/passive DR patterns, and failover testing. Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting – packet capture, flow analysis, SNMP/telemetry, and systematic root-cause analysis under pressure. Ability to write clear network diagrams, runbooks, and design documents for technical teams, auditors, and leadership. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field – or equivalent demonstrated experience . Strongly Preferred Experience with high-performance AI or HPC networking – RoCE, InfiniBand-adjacent Ethernet designs, lossless fabric tuning, or 100G data center interconnect. Experience with SD-WAN connecting campus and colocation sites. Familiarity with network automation – Ansible, Python, Terraform, GitOps-style config management, or Cisco NSO. Experience load balancing in front of application and AI inference services. Background in a regulated or compliance-sensitive environment (education/FERPA-Title-IV, financial services/GLBA, healthcare/HIPAA, insurance, public sector). Familiarity with BICSI / TIA-942 data center cabling and cross-connect practices in colocation facilities. Relevant certifications – CCNP/CCIE Enterprise or Data Center, PCNSE, or equivalent demonstrated depth. How You Work You treat the network as a platform – designs are repeatable, documented, and testable before they touch production. You balance security rigor with operational pragmatism – the best firewall policy is one that protects the business and can be maintained by the team. You debug systematically – hypotheses, evidence, fix, and a post-incident note that makes the next outage shorter. You mentor by example – your designs and runbooks become the standard others follow. WHY THIS ROLE? Principal scope, hands-on impact – you own the hardest designs and the most critical incidents without needing a management title. Greenfield fabric . You are shaping the dual-site colocation network and security perimeter that will carry IWU's enterprise and AI workloads for the next decade. Cisco Palo Alto depth . These are our primary platforms – you will go deep, not skim a dozen vendors. Real standards, real budget . Network build-out is funded and underway; you implement against a defined standards catalog, not slide-deck architecture. Mission and meaning . IWU is a century-old Christ-centered university serving roughly 15,000 learners. The network you build keeps the systems running that prepare them to change the world. PROJECT REMUNERATION: Estimated annual project remuneration is $155,000 - $175,000 for this independent contractor (1099) / Contract-to-Hire role. Contractor Insurance/Bond Requirements General Liability: $1m per occurrence / $2m aggregate Cyber Liability: $2m per occurrence Workers’ Compensation / Employers’ Liability: $500,000; not applicable for

Senior Oracle Cloud Financials Solution Architect (Chicago)

A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio. Currently, we are looking for a Senior Oracle Cloud Financials Solution Architect to join our team. This is a key role playing an integral part in our growing Oracle ERP practice. This is a full-time position that can sit anywhere in the United States. Must be willing to travel to support clients onsite as needed. The ideal candidate will have operated in a senior Architect capacity previously, is someone who can anticipate needs and take action to drive deliverables for continued project success.This position needs a leader who will not only architect solutions on implementations but also be part of a senior task force to help the practice grow. This includes maximizing sales opportunities by architecting and acting as the lead in creating Proposals, presenting and implementing Oracle ERP Cloud solutions to potential customers. The individual should be able to play multiple roles, be able to work in a very fast-paced, enriching environment and is looking for a career rather than just a job. What You’ll Do: The Solution Architect is responsible for the overall solution identification and architectural design for assigned projects and initiatives. Key responsibilities of the role are as follows: ·Support client engagements to provide subject matter expertise in Oracle Cloud Financials implementations. Assume accountability for the solution design and the successful implementation of the full solution for on Oracle Cloud ERP Projects. May include hands-on development, design, prototyping and/or other efforts required to keep the project on a successful track. Ensure that the proposed solution meets the client's requirements, is architecturally complete, and all architectural risks are quantified within their assigned area. Ensures that the solution aligns with and utilizes the portfolio offerings that result in profitable revenue growth. Work with client stakeholders to evaluate the solution requirements and supports the management and traceability of requirements during the engagement Review Customer’s current process and the requirement and design customer specific solutions based on industry specific best practices Act as a technical interface to the client and assumes a proactive role for developing business opportunities. Lead implementation team in the execution of testing cycles including ensuring the completeness in the development of testing scenarios, test cases and test scripts. Implements quality solutions that meet the requirements and advises clients on IBM offerings, strategy, designs, implementation approaches and alternatives / tradeoffs. Work with Project Manager and provide input to the project plan and work breakdown structure and assist in managing timelines and milestones to ensure timely completion of all deliverables Identify opportunities for new or follow-on business and assists in creating change orders. Provide thought leadership to the growth of the Practice Participate in strategic planning activities and business case development. Participate in strategy presentations to clients including features, implementation approach, technical requirements, impacts, and benefits. Perform responsibilities including solution proposal management, solution design, solution review, risk analysis, proposal preparation and client presentations. Provide technical oversight for technical estimates created with standards tools, portfolio Work Breakdown Structures, statements of work and industry standard estimating techniques. Assumes a proactive role for developing business opportunities. Assists in presales cycles by creating architectural demo's, effort estimates and proposal development. Maintains knowledge of technologies, industry trends, standards and design techniques. What We’re Looking For: 10 years ERP implementation experience Played a Senior Solution Architect role on a minimum of 2 full lifecycle Oracle Cloud implementation projects in the USA Public Sector domain (city/state/local/county government) experience considered an asset Knowledge and experience in GASB Accounting and Reporting, Encumbrance Accounting, Fund Accounting, Projects and Grants Accounting and Management Hands-on technologist with strong background in designing and building modular, scalable, testable enterprise systems in in Oracle Cloud Financials Ideal to have project exposure to other Cloud module areas such as: Supply Chain and HCM Applications Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people Capability to work independently, take initiative with minimal supervision yet can participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all audiences of all levels, spanning from technical peers to executive management Organized and detailed oriented Ability to fully utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to adapt to new projects quickly with a can-do, jump-right-in attitude Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Industrial Maintenance Supervisor (New Orleans)

Ambassador Personnel is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Supervisor for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana . This is a direct-hire opportunity offering a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) and vacation benefits . The Industrial Maintenance Supervisor will lead and support hourly maintenance employees while ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This position works closely with plant leadership and plays an important role in employee development, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and overall maintenance department performance. Key Responsibilities Supervise and manage hourly maintenance employees on shift Schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance (PM) activities and respond to line calls Support hiring, employee reviews, coaching, training, and disciplinary processes Communicate shift priorities and preparation with incoming and outgoing shifts Review parts requests and manage parts checked out during the shift Utilize SAP to review work requests, PM orders, and breakdown notifications Troubleshoot equipment issues and execute small-scale maintenance projects Maintain shift reporting and assist with next-day planning Train and coach maintenance technicians and apprentices Conduct critical process inspections and verify completion of PM work Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, EEO standards, labor regulations, and applicable operating procedures Maintain or obtain required licenses for boilers, refrigeration components, and other applicable equipment Preferred Qualifications 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience Demonstrated knowledge of: Industrial electrical wiring PLC troubleshooting Motor controls Equipment repair and installation Strong leadership, problem-solving, time-management, and communication skills Ability to adapt to changing operational needs Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field preferred If you are an experienced maintenance professional looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career with a strong organization, we would love to hear from you! Ambassador Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other attribute protected by law.

Business Development Sales Representative - Charlotte, NC (January 2027 Start) (Charlotte)

As one of the fastest-growing logistics service companies, NTG is all about excellence, integrity, and teamwork. Our service is top-notch because we have developed a high-energy, team-driven mentality across the organization that is committed to servicing our customers, shippers and carriers alike, in an ever-evolving supply chain. We are looking for your expertise and knowledge to join our NTG team! Are you a highly-motivated individual who desires a rewarding and career in the non-stop world of the freight brokerage industry? Do you want to work in an energetic culture with excellent career growth while learning from our industry-experienced team members? Then we invite you to apply! As a Business Development Sales Representativ e, you will be responsible for promoting and selling NTG’s services in accordance with established sales policies and procedures, and in pursuit of the Company’s goals and objectives. Don’t just imagine it — watch this role come to life at NTG: The NTG BDSR Journey Your day-to-day: Delivering your sales pitch to become an entrepreneur for your book of business Calling customers daily and following up on potential business Communicating with Operations to track loads Calling regular carriers daily to secure equipment Quoting customers and providing up-to-date information Participating in the growth of new business Establishing and maintaining relationships with customers Collaborating with coworkers in a team-oriented environment What we look for: Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field Strong communication, negotiation and problem solving skills Competitive nature with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Possess organizational skills in a detail-oriented setting Team player with ability to multi-task in a results-driven environment MS Office skills and related computer knowledge Our Benefits: Competitive base salary uncapped commission Paid time off Paid health days Company paid Holidays and Floating Holidays Paid parental leave Competitive Benefit Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet insurance! 401(k) with Company Matching Casual dress code Access to professional development resources such as LinkedIn Learning Build relationships and take part in learning opportunities through our Employee Resource Groups Mental health aid through our Employee Assistance program (EAP) Get paid to work with your friends through our Referral Program! EEOC/ADA STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. In an effort to recruit, develop and retain top talent, we are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in all personnel practices to ensure equal opportunity for employment, promotion, and training for a more inclusive workforce. RECRUITMENT SCAM NOTICE: Transportation Insight/Nolan Transportation Group is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Our hiring process includes a formal interview with a member of our recruitment team. We do not conduct interviews exclusively through text or instant messaging platforms. TI/NTG does not require candidates to pay for training, equipment, or any other fees as a condition of employment. Any request for payment is a scam. Official communication from our recruitment team about your application will only come from emails ending in ‘@ntgfreight.com’ or from ‘[email protected].'

Sales Account Executive (Wood Dale)

Purpose of Job This position is focused on pursuing new business (not account management). The “sales person” will use various forms of outreach (cold calling, social media, trade shows) to secure new business for the company. The sales will conduct in-person visits to meet with prospective clients and convince them to use KWE service. The company will supply supplemental sales leads by creating inactive customer reports that will provide sales people with dormant / inactive potential customers. The ideal candidate will have a personal strategy on how to reach new potential customers in a highly competitive environment where new accounts are resistant to change. The candidate will posses a mixture of skills that will allow them to out maneuver competitors in a saturated marketplace. Creativity is a critical trait in today’s dynamic market. Essential Duties & Responsibilities 1. Research, analyze and identify business prospects through daily cold calling, web research, and networking for new business opportunities (on both local and out of state) whereby business travel will be necessary. To establish and cultivate business relationship and set up face to face visitation with new potential customers. 2. To gain additional business and/or maximize our profit from the assigned accounts by periodical review of our direct costs verses our selling rates, and relationship building with assigned accounts. 3. Document all sales activity in the CRM software. 4. Effective communication with employees, company overseas offices, and agents concerning target accounts. 5. Participate in RFQs and collaborate with other offices to complete RFQ. 6. Closely monitor accounts receivable with accounting staff to ensure timely collection. Maintain no more than 2% of total accounts receivable over sixty (60) days. 7. Travel by car may be required. 8. Travel by Air (Domestic and/or International) may be required. 9. Overnight stays (Domestic and/or International) may be required. Basic Qualifications & Requirements Basic Microsoft Office/Google Workspace skills Ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously Problem solving skills Attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree Proficiency using CRM data base 1 year of sales experience We are searching for a Sales Account Executive. This person can reside in the following cities: California (LAX), Illinois (ORD), New York (JFK). This position also comes with a monthly car allowance.

Resident Project Representative (Chicago)

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices. With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success. Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career! Job title - Resident Project Representative Location - Chicago, IL Job type - Onsite Requisition ID - 11269 Stanley Consultants is looking for a Resident Project Representative with construction engineering experience for our Chicago, IL office. This person will work on large public infrastructure projects assisting the Senior Resident Engineer or serve as Resident Engineer on smaller municipal and federal aid funded projects. Project owners include IDOT/CDOT/ISTHA and various municipalities. A licensed Professional Engineer is preferred. What You Will Be Doing: Monitor contractor’s performance for workmanship, schedule, and contract requirements Prepare reports, coordinate progress meetings with the contractor and owner, and manage the shop drawing review process Make calculations and document work in a format that can easily be checked by others Monitor internal budgets Ensure staff compliance with the Group Safety manual Resolve contractor’s questions and drawing clarifications Assist the Business Development Manager or others with marketing, interviews, and proposal preparation Maintain positive client relationships Anticipate and resolve issues and concerns promptly from the owner, contractor, residents, public officials, and other stakeholders Mentor younger engineers and technicians. Required Qualifications: PE or ability to obtain PE upon required 4 years of experience Minimum of 5 years of experience on construction management projects IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification and IDOT Erosion Control Fundamentals and Inspection Modules. Excellent visualization, communication, and documentation skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to multitask effectively and work independently, while collaborating with other team members and managers. Excellent organizational and time management abilities General knowledge of construction techniques and an ability to read plans and specifications Proven ability to distribute learned knowledge to other Resident Project Representatives, Construction Observers, and Material Testing Technicians Ability to assist Construction Manager/Resident Engineer with many of their tasks and be able to fill the Construction Managers/Resident Engineer’s role temporarily in their absence Aptitude to act as a positive representative of Stanley Consultants, Inc. core values and an active participant in an outside professional organization. Experience performing field engineering duties for IDOT/ISTHA/CDOT projects Experience leading other staff Knowledge of field surveying Proficient in Construction Materials Management System (CMMS), CDOT CMQA, and Trimble Unity Construct. Work-Life Balance We realize there’s more to life than just work. We help you meet the demands of work, family and personal life through several flexible options. What we offer: Member-Owned. Member-ownership is at the heart of our culture, aligning client satisfaction, company performance, and personal reward. Paid Time Away. Stanley Consultants offers numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and professional development leave. Health Insurance. We provide a comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, Doctor On Demand, wellness reimbursement, and mental health resources. Financial Health. We offer life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, identity theft protection, and many other benefits. Professional Growth. When your skills grow, so do we, which is why we offer tuition assistance, professional society membership, and more. Financial Rewards. We share our prosperity with members through company stock ownership, a generous 401K match, incentive compensation, and profit-sharing contributions to retirement 401K plans. Click Here: A Great Place To Work Learn more about Stanley Consultants in this short video: Working at Stanley Consultants Stanley Consultants does not welcome unsolicited resumes from staffing and recruiting agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Stanley Consultants, including but not limited to resumes submitted directly to Stanley Consultants members, or any of our representatives, will be deemed the property of Stanley Consultants. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35 (c) We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. (Salary range for IL location) Stanley Consultants is committed to maintaining transparency in our hiring process, including providing information about compensation. The starting salary for the successful candidate in this position is competitive and will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, geographic location, internal equity, company policy and practices. In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are disclosed for positions and locations where required.

Lead Data Engineer (DHS) (Arlington)

Excella is a transformative technology firm that helps organizations unlock new possibilities. We believe the key to helping clients challenge the status quo and reach new heights lies in our talented people. That’s why we’re committed to developing talent and providing opportunities for career growth at every stage. Join our collaborative team dedicated to solving complex problems with sustainable solutions while building your future as a leader. At Excella, you’re empowered to make lasting impact, turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s mission successes. Workplace locations look different for everyone. Excellians are a distributed workforce and whether you're working from your home office or a client site, we support a flexible work/life integration regardless of your location. We offer top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options to choose from such as an employer-contributed health savings account, infertility coverage, and orthodontia so you can select the plan that works best for you. Regardless of what stage of life you’re in, Excella wants to support you. We provide 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and a Care.com membership with 3 back-up emergency child or elder care days annually – all available to you on your first day. Starting day one, every employee is bonus eligible and receives 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays. Doing your best work means having the best tools! Excella’s TechEleX program provides you with multiple options to suit your technology needs. Choose between a variety of Mac or PC devices, and to ensure your hardware remains current, at the end of a 3-year period Excella will replace your existing computer with a new model from the program. Plus, we’ll even give you the original device to keep for your personal use! With Excella’s Annual Internet Reimbursement benefit, all employees receive an additional $25 per month to help offset the cost of internet access. This initiative reflects our commitment to supporting you in staying connected and productive, no matter where you work. We'll invest in your career by providing 3 days of paid professional development every year, including an allowance for registration fees to attend classes, conferences, or obtain professional certifications. We encourage mindfulness and overall well-being through employee wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, as well as access to TalkSpace and mental health coverage through our medical plans. Overview Lead Data Engineers at Excella play a key role in designing and building modern data solutions, including data lakes and cleansed data repositories. They develop robust, scalable, and sustainable data pipelines using batch and streaming technologies. Senior Data Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Architects, Data Scientists, and DevOps, to ensure data availability, quality, and integration. Responsibilities: Develop and manage data processes to ensure availability and usability. Create and automate data pipelines and platforms. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code to support data engineering solutions. Monitor and ensure data quality through automated testing frameworks. Collaborate with Architects, Product Owners, Data Scientists, and DevOps to design, build, and maintain scalable data solutions. Research data acquisition sources and evaluate suitability. Integrate data management solutions into client environments. Identify and mitigate risks to data while ensuring data recovery plans. Build and maintain data repositories, including data warehouses, data lakes, and operational data stores. Qualifications: 8 years of professional experience in data engineering or related fields. Proven ability to build robust, scalable data pipelines and production-grade ETL/ELT systems. Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and orchestration tools like Airflow and dbt. 2 years of hands-on experience with Databricks, including development, data processing, and pipeline optimization in a cloud-based environment Hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, and file formats like Parquet, Delta Lake, and Iceberg. Deep experience with AWS cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS Glue, S3, Redshift, EMR, BigQuery, or Azure equivalents). Solid understanding of data modeling, performance optimization, and designing secure, well-structured data stores. Familiarity with data lake and analytical architecture patterns, including Star Schema, schema-on-read, and data quality frameworks. Experience with CI/CD, Git, infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform), and NoSQL databases. Effective communicator with experience working in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban) and collaborating across technical and non-technical teams. Strong problem-solving skills, a growth mindset, and a passion for learning new technologies. One or more of the following certifications: AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty Data Science Council of America (DASCA) Certifcations Databricks Certified Machine Learning Associate Databricks Certified Developer for Apache Spark Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty Python or Scala Programming Certification Ability to hold and maintain a DHS Public Trust (requires US Citizenship)

Government Sales & Bids Specialist (United States)

Government Sales & Bids Specialist Happy Chef | Remote, United States | Full-time Happy Chef supplies chef coats, pants, aprons and related apparel to professional kitchens. We are hiring an experienced bid and contract specialist to manage and grow sales to government agencies and educational institutions, including preparing the bids and quotations and managing the purchasing contracts behind that business. The role combines an existing customer and contract base with responsibility for new business across education, state, local and federal government. You will handle the submissions yourself, with internal input on products, approved pricing, inventory and delivery. The commercial goal is profitable customer orders and repeat business, not simply more bids submitted. Responsibilities - Find and qualify relevant bids, requests for quotations and contract opportunities. Review eligibility, specifications, evaluation criteria and commercial terms before recommending which opportunities to pursue. - Prepare and submit bids and quotes, including product selections, line-item pricing, supporting documents, required acknowledgments and addenda. Resolve questions through the designated procurement process and retain submission confirmations. - Build accurate pricing using product costs, discounts, decoration, freight and applicable fees. Check product availability and delivery commitments, and obtain approval before committing prices, exceptions or contract terms. - Maintain vendor registrations, portal notifications, awarded contracts and cooperative purchasing arrangements. Keep approved price lists, renewal dates and required reporting current. - Develop new and repeat business by following up on quotes, upcoming purchases and rebids, and pursuing relevant customers able to purchase through existing agreements. Track awarded items through to customer orders. - Review bid results and account sales to identify lost items, declining repeat business and opportunities to improve pricing or product selection. Maintain a current company record of deadlines, decisions and next actions. Required qualifications - 3 or more years in public sector sales, bids or contract administration for a company selling physical products, with personal responsibility for bid submissions and pricing. - Experience preparing complete responses to invitations for bid, requests for proposal or requests for quotation for U.S. government agencies or public educational institutions. - Demonstrated success winning or growing public-sector business, with specific examples of your own contribution to awards, orders or repeat purchases. - Ability to interpret product specifications and purchasing requirements, prepare multi-item price schedules, and identify proposed commitments or exceptions that need management review. - Practical Excel skills, including formulas, lookups and reconciliation of product and pricing data; ability to calculate discounts, extended prices and gross margins accurately. - Experience managing concurrent deadlines, coordinating written clarifications and maintaining accurate bid and customer records independently. Preferred experience Experience with cooperative purchasing contracts such as BuyBoard, Choice Partners or similar programs; school or institutional purchasing; and a manufacturer or distributor selling apparel, foodservice supplies, school supplies, safety products or comparable catalog-based products. To apply Please submit a resume identifying the products and public sector customers you have supported and your personal responsibility for bids, pricing and sales.

Director, Creative (Miami)

We are a lifestyle brand! We are on a mission to provide the world with simple, wholesome food and beverage items that fit today's lifestyle, offering an intimate - yet fast and consistent - experience to our customers. We love and take pride in what we do, and we currently offer an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and ever-growing brand in this industry. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Creative Director is responsible for defining, protecting and evolving Pura Vida's creative expression across every guest touchpoint. As the steward of the brand's visual identity and creative execution, this leader transforms marketing strategies into compelling, culturally relevant and consistently exceptional brand experiences. This role reports to the VP of Marketing. Working as a peer to the Brand Marketing Director, the Creative Director leads the development of all creative assets supporting marketing initiatives, product launches, seasonal campaigns, restaurant openings, digital experiences and brand storytelling. This role oversees the company's graphic design and content production teams while partnering closely with Marketing, Digital, Operations, Culinary and external agencies to deliver best-in-class creative work that strengthens the brand and drives business results. The ideal candidate is an exceptional creative leader with strong business acumen who understands how to balance brand-building, storytelling, operational execution and speed without compromising creative excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES: Creative Vision & Brand Stewardship Define and continuously evolve Pura Vida's creative expression while ensuring consistency across every guest touchpoint. Celebrate and infuse the brand's visual identity, creative standards, tone and aesthetic. Translate business strategies and marketing priorities into compelling creative concepts and brand experiences. Ensure creative work reinforces Pura Vida's positioning while remaining culturally relevant and commercially effective. Creative Strategy & Campaign Development Lead the creative development of all initiatives, including seasonal campaigns, menu launches, partnerships, restaurant openings and brand moments. Collaborate closely with the Brand Marketing Director to develop creative platforms, storytelling and campaign concepts that support business objectives. Guide creative execution from concept through final production across all channels. Ensure consistency across digital, social, in-store, packaging, environmental and experiential touchpoints. Provide creative direction for brand collaborations, co-branded partner assets and PR moments in close partnership with the Brand Marketing Director. Content Strategy & Production Collaborate with Social Media department to build on the overall content strategy supporting brand storytelling, product marketing and guest engagement. Lead the Content team responsible for photography, content, video Oversee photography, video production, social-first content, editorial content, copywriting and campaign assets. Build an efficient content production model that supports both planned campaigns and real-time brand opportunities. Ensure content is optimized for each platform while maintaining a consistent brand voice and visual identity. Design Leadership Lead the Graphic Design team responsible for brand assets, campaign creative, menus, packaging, in-store materials, digital assets and presentation design. Establish creative processes that enable high-quality work delivered with speed and consistency that is required by the industry standards. Continuously elevate the quality of design across every consumer-facing touchpoint. Maintain and evolve the company's brand guidelines and creative systems. Creative Operations Oversee creative workflow, prioritization and resource planning across all projects. Manage relationships with external creative agencies, photographers, videographers, illustrators, production partners and freelancers. Manage usage rights, licensing and talent releases for all photography, video, music and creative assets. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with priorities. Continuously improve creative process, asset management and production efficiency. Budget & Resource Management Own and manage creative and content production budgets, including agency fees, freelance resources and photo/video production costs. Ensure efficient allocation of creative resources and strong return on production investment. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with the Brand Marketing and Social Media Directors to bring the annual marketing calendar and strategic initiatives to life through elevated execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure creative solutions meet both guest needs and operational realities. Participate in early-stage planning to ensure creative considerations are integrated into initiative development from the outset. Foster a collaborative culture that encourages innovation, creativity and cross-functional partnership. Innovation & Brand Experience Identify emerging creative, design, content and cultural trends that can strengthen and elevate the brand. Continuously explore new formats, technologies and storytelling approaches to keep Pura Vida creatively distinctive. Elevate the in-store, digital and social brand experience through innovative thinking. Champion creative excellence while balancing speed, scalability and business impact. Performance & Optimization Evaluate creative effectiveness through business performance, consumer feedback and digital engagement metrics. Partner with Brand Marketing and Digital teams to test creative concepts, optimize performance and apply learnings to future work. Develop creative best practices based on measurable results and guest insights. Team Leadership Lead, mentor and inspire the Graphic Design and Content Production teams. Foster a collaborative, high-performing creative culture built on curiosity, craftsmanship and accountability. Establish clear creative standards, provide ongoing coaching and support professional development. Build internal capabilities while effectively leveraging external partners when needed. REQUIREMENTS: 8 years of creative leadership experience within hospitality, restaurants, lifestyle, retail or consumer brands. Proven experience leading multidisciplinary creative teams, including graphic design, content production, photography and video. Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in brand identity, integrated campaigns, social media, digital experiences and content creation. Experience managing both internal creative teams and external agencies. Fluency with modern creative tools and workflows, including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and emerging AI-assisted creative tools. Deep understanding of visual storytelling, creative strategy and brand systems. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on creative leadership and execution. Strong organizational, communication and project management skills in fast-paced environments. Passion for hospitality, design, wellness and creating memorable guest experiences. This is an in-office position based at our headquarters in Miami, FL. BENEFITS: Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision Paid Time Off Discounted Meals Employee Assistance Program Growth Opportunities 401(k) Plan with Company Match The general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job classification are contained in this job description. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, essential job functions, duties, skills required and other job requirements of personnel in this role. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Pura Vida Miami is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe that building a team with diverse perspectives and experiences makes us stronger, more creative, and more connected to the communities we serve. Agency Disclaimer We’ve got this covered! At Pura Vida Miami, our Talent Acquisition team leads all hiring efforts internally. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, we mean it. Any resumes sent our way without a signed agreement in place (including those sent directly to our team or hiring managers) will be considered property of Pura Vida Miami and we wo

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