Tom Snyder Productions, developer of innovative educational software products, is seeking experienced software engineers to architect and code exciting new math applications. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for developing the Flex client architecture of a cutting-edge instructional application based on a J2EE client-server system. This project offers a tremendous opportunity to push the boundaries on the look and feel of the user experience, fully leveraging the enhanced performance and visual processing power of Flex and Actionscript 3 that is untapped in the educational market. The Senior Engineer should possess both solid, practical technical experience, as well as the imagination to expand the envelope of fresh ideas about what can be achieved with children's software in the schools.

This position offers tremendous satisfaction of contributing directly to the lives of young people by delivering extraordinary learning products into their classroom.

Tom Snyder Productions, a Scholastic company, is the developer and publisher of award winning educational software products for K-12 classrooms. We offer a vibrant and friendly work atmosphere focused on making a difference in the lives of students and teachers.

This contract position will last at least 12 months and work will be performed on-site in Watertown, MA.

Compensation is based on experience.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this hands-on position has:

• Experience developing commercial software
• Experience designing and coding user interfaces using GUI frameworks
• Exposure to client-server application development
• Experience with ActionScript 3 and Flex 3
• Shrewd problem-solving skills
• Interest and ability in math
• Interest in developing with the latest desktop and Internet technologies, including Adobe Flex/Flash/AIR
• Desire to work as part of an efficient, agile software development organization
• A great sense of humor and interest in playful software
• Enthusiasm about education

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
• At least 3 years of experience in a commercial software development environment