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We’re looking for more people like us—who don’t fit neatly into one job description.

If you are passionate and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty, then we want to meet you.

At iFactory, you will join a team of talented experts in web design, development and project management. You will work on projects for clients across a variety of industries including publishing, higher education, non-profit and healthcare.

iFactory is a client-oriented business creating custom design and software for over 15 years. As a leader in reference and academic publishing, we work on some of the most respected projects in the field and are building the next generation of online publishing applications. Our new platform, PubFactory, is proving to be a game-changer for many publishers.

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including fully-paid medical/dental/life insurance.

iFactory is located in the heart of the Innovation District, in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel. We are close to public transportation at South Station.

We currently have the following positions available:

Internship Opportunities

Software Engineer

iFactory is a client-oriented business creating custom design and software for over 15 years.  As a leader in reference and academic publishing, we work on some of the most respected projects in the field and are building the next generation of online publishing applications. Our new platform, PubFactory, is proving to be a game-changer for many publishers.

We are looking for talented, passionate software engineers to join our team developing SQL and XML database-driven web applications from concept to release in small, collaborative teams. You will work with a talented group of experts in design, engineering, and project management. We are located in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel, close to public transportation at South Station.

Requirements:

  • 3+ years experience developing Java-based, database-driven web applications with Java 5+ and modern Java web frameworks
  • Experience building software end-to-end; working with clients/stakeholders, writing specifications, designing & building software, and maintenance
  • A passion for software and learning new technologies
  • XML technologies such as XML, XSLT, and XQuery (MarkLogic, eXist or other XML content repositories a plus)
  • SQL and relational databases (Hibernate or another ORM a plus)

Nice-to-haves (for the ideal candidate):

  • Experience with (X)HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (jQuery, Prototype/Scriptaculous, etc)
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development and related technologies (JUnit, Selenium, etc)
  • Experience working within an agile process (Scrum, XP, etc)
  • Knowledge of TEI, DocBook, ePub, NLM and/or other XML schemas

iFactory has been building solutions to complex problems for over 19 years. We are a client-oriented business with a competitive and engaging work and culture.

Please send resumes to engineeringjobs@ifactory.com.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. You must include salary requirements. Absolutely no phone calls. Please do not answer if you are a recruiter, a remote contractor or an offshore provider.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Lead Software Engineer

iFactory is a client-oriented business creating custom design and software for over 15 years.  As a leader in reference and academic publishing, we work on some of the most respected projects in the field and are building the next generation of online publishing applications. Our new platform, PubFactory, is proving to be a game-changer for many publishers.

We are looking for talented, passionate software engineers to join our team developing SQL and XML database-driven web applications from concept to release in small, collaborative teams. You will work with a talented group of experts in design, engineering, and project management. We are located in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel, close to public transportation at South Station.

Responsibilities:

  • Working with the project manager to lead and manage a small team of software engineers and the overall software development process
  • Ensuring the software architecture addresses technical risks and project requirements
  • Overall code quality of the project through your own development and the mentoring of others

Requirements:

  • Experience with Java 5+ and modern Java web frameworks and libraries. 3+ years experience developing Java-based, database-driven web applications.
  • Experience building software end-to-end (full SDLC); working with clients/stakeholders, writing specifications, designing & building software, and maintenance
  • A passion for software and learning new technologies
  • XML technologies such as XML, XSLT, and XQuery (MarkLogic, eXist or other XML content repositories a plus)
  • SQL and relational databases (Hibernate or another ORM a plus)

Nice-to-haves (for the ideal candidate):

  • Experience working within an agile process (Scrum, XP, etc)
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development and related technologies (JUnit, Selenium, etc)
  • Experience with (X)HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (jQuery, Prototype/Scriptaculous, etc)

Please send resumes to engineeringjobs@ifactory.com.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. You must include salary requirements. Absolutely no phone calls. Please do not answer if you are a recruiter, a remote contractor or an offshore provider.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

QA Engineer

iFactory is a client-oriented business creating custom design and software for over 19 years.  As a leader in reference and academic publishing, we work on some of the most respected projects in the field and are building the next generation of online publishing applications. Our new platform, PubFactory, is proving to be a game-changer for many publishers.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate QA Engineer to lead in increasing software quality across the board at iFactory. You will work with software engineers, project managers, HTML production, designers, and sales to define, enforce, and automate high quality output and improve our QA tools, process, and knowledge. This is a great opportunity for a capable and driven person to affect change and help create something beautiful.

Requirements:

  • An almost unreasonable passion for quality
  • Deep understanding of QA process, both manual and automated
  • Experience with a wide range of tools from home-grown to well-known for testing software and web applications
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to produce documentation such as test plans. Experience writing specifications/business requirements a plus.
  • Experience writing automated tests with tools like JUnit, TestNG, Selenium/WebDriver, EasyMock, etc
  • Knowledge of multiple languages (Java required) and the ability to learn quickly

Experience with the following a plus:

  • Selenium, Hudson, EasyMock, .Net, NUnit, SVN/Git/version control, XML/XSL/XPath, SQL, CSS, HTML, JavaScript

Must have excellent organization and communication skills, strong attention to detail, a poised, professional attitude, and the ability to multi-task efficiently.

iFactory has been building solutions to complex problems for over 19 years. We are a client-oriented business with a competitive and engaging work and culture.

Please send resumes to engineeringjobs@ifactory.com.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. You must include salary requirements. Absolutely no phone calls. Please do not answer if you are a recruiter, a remote contractor or an offshore provider.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Associate Developer

We are looking for a talented, passionate Associate Developer to join our team developing SQL and XML database-driven web applications from concept to release in small, collaborative teams. You will work with a talented group of experts in design, engineering, and project management.

Requirements:

  • 1-2 years experience developing Java-based, database-driven web applications with Java 5+ and modern Java web frameworks
  • Exposure to building software end-to-end; working with clients/stakeholders, writing specifications, designing & building software, and maintenance
  • A passion for software and learning new technologies
  • Exposure to XML technologies such as XML, XSLT, and XQuery (MarkLogic, eXist or other XML content repositories a plus)
  • Exposure to SQL and relational databases (Hibernate or another ORM a plus)

Nice to have (for the ideal candidate):

  • Experience with (X)HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (jQuery, Prototype/Scriptaculous, etc)
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development and related technologies (JUnit, Selenium, etc)
  • Experience working within an agile process (Scrum, XP, etc)
  • Knowledge of TEI, DocBook, ePub, NLM and/or other XML schemas

Please send resumes to engineeringjobs@ifactory.com.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. You must include salary requirements. Absolutely no phone calls. Please do not answer if you are a recruiter, a remote contractor or an offshore provider.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Project Manager / Producer

US: We run a tight production environment filled with people who like to multitask and who live to get things done. We look for opportunities to innovate and focus on satisfying our clients. The right kind of ego is important. The ability to collaborate and to respect the team and client(s) is even more important. You have to be articulate, worship the web, have a sense of humor and love what you do.

YOU: iFactory seeks senior Project Manager/Producer for web based solutions, leading engineers, designers and HTML production personnel on standard marketing web sites, data management solutions and XML based publishing applications.

Position requires:

  • 3 to 5 years of demonstrable web project management experience
  • strong requirements gathering and pricing capabilities
  • experience with leading development management processes
  • budget and schedule management experience
  • the ability to define multi-track project plans
  • strong knowledge of stress, regression, functional testing, documentation and QA standards

Successful candidates will have managed six figure budgets integrating data from a variety of sources and platforms for web based input, display, search and reporting, and will have experience defining user requirements, use-case scenarios, storyboards and navigational prototypes prior to actual development.

Please send resume to: iFactory, Attn: Job Postings, 33 Farnsworth St., Boston, MA 02210 Fax: 617.426.0539, Email: jobs@ifactory.com.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Front-End Web Developer/Engineer

We are looking for a talented front-end web developer to join us.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Translate design mockups into (X)HTML/HTML5 pages.
  • Update and maintain websites for a number of our clients.

Required skills:

  • Knowledge of CSS3, HTML5, JavaScript, and modern website layout/interface techniques.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and image optimization for web.
  • Able to hand code in a non-WYSIWYG environment.
  • Able to code CSS/(X)HTML which validates against current Web Standards.
  • Able to code to meet various levels of accessibility compliance (i.e. 508, WAI Priority 1 & 2).
  • Understanding of cross-browser and cross-platform issues.
  • Experience with jQuery, Prototype, or other UI JavaScript libraries.
  • Experience coding within SVN source-controlled environments. Experience with Eclipse is a plus.
  • Comfortably navigate Java development environments, including Java-driven HTML template frameworks (such as Tapestry), and XSL-to-HTML translations.

Nice to have:

  • Experience with PHP, Ruby, AJAX, or any other fashionable acronyms.
  • Experience with mobile development and HTML5 technologies.
  • Previous experience working in an agency with multiple clients/projects preferred.

Please send resumes to htmljobs@ifactory.com. You must include a link to an online portfolio or links to code samples to be considered. We are only considering local candidates who are available to work on-site. Absolutely no phone calls.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interactive Designer

If you have a strong online design portfolio, a passion for information architecture and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty in HTML and CSS code, we want to meet you.

At iFactory, you will join a team of talented experts in web design, development and project management. You will work on projects for clients across a variety of industries including publishing, higher education, non-profit and healthcare.

Responsibilities

  • Develop site architectures—including sitemaps, wireframes, storyboards and/or HTML prototypes as needed
  • Develop the look-and-feel and overall visual design of projects - create mockups in Photoshop
  • Translate design mockups to HTML-coded pages
  • Work effectively with project managers to meet expectations on time and on budget

Skills

  • Strong concept development and graphic design ability
  • Excellent understanding of composition, color, imagery and typography
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and image optimization for the web
  • Strong Knowledge of CSS, XHTML, current W3C Web Standards and Accessibility guidelines (WAI, 508, etc.) and cross-platform browser issues
  • Ability to hand-code HTML in a non-WYSIWYG environment a plus
  • Excellent understanding of usability issues. Experience with user testing a plus
  • Comfortable interacting directly with clients. Able to articulate and present ideas, and respond to feedback
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

Education and Experience

  • BFA in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent job experience
  • 3+ years experience as an interactive designer or information architect, preferably in an interactive agency environment

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. Please send resumes to designjobs@ifactory.com. You must include a cover letter and link to an online portfolio to be considered. We are only considering local candidates who are available to work on-site. We are located in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel, close to public transportation at South Station. Absolutely no phone calls.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Information Architect / User Experience

If you have a passion for information architecture, and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty creating interactive prototypes or conducting usability tests, we want to meet you.

At iFactory, you will join a team of talented experts in web design, development and project management. You will work on projects for clients across a variety of industries including publishing, higher education, non-profit and healthcare.

Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively to translate business requirements, user goals and creative strategy into engaging experiences.
  • Observe, conduct and analyze qualitative and quantitative user research, such as focus groups, interviews and surveys.
  • Perform heuristic evaluation and task analysis.
  • Create and refine content inventories, user scenarios, personas, site maps, wireframes and other specifications.
  • Develop interactive prototypes.
  • Prepare and conduct usability tests.
  • Present findings and recommendations from user research and usability tests.
  • Work effectively with project managers to meet expectations on time and on budget.

Required Skills

  • Proficiency with industry-standard software for diagramming and prototyping, such as Visio and OmniGraffle.
  • Ability to think creatively and analytically.
  • Uncompromising attention to detail.
  • Ability to articulate and present ideas based on sound user experience and interaction design principles.
  • Comfortable presenting concepts and deliverables to clients.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team oriented, self-motivated.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Understanding of W3C and 508 accessibility guidelines.
  • Experience working on publishing, higher education or healthcare projects.
  • Ability to hand-code interactive prototypes using HTML, CSS, PHP, AJAX, or any other fashionable acronyms.
  • Experience working with JavaScript libraries, such as JQuery and Prototype.

Experience and Education

  • 3+ years’ experience as an information architect (IA), user experience designer (UXD), or interaction designer (IxD), preferably in an interactive agency environment.
  • Degree in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Digital Media, Communication Design or related field.
  • Demonstrable past experience developing site maps, wireframes and other information architecture deliverables.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. Please send resumes to designjobs@ifactory.com. You must include a cover letter and link to an online portfolio to be considered. We are only considering local candidates who are available to work on-site. We are located in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel, close to public transportation at South Station. Absolutely no phone calls.

Sales / Lead Generation: Account Executive

US: Award Winning, top-tier web and multimedia design and engineering company. We make great websites, CD-Roms and kiosks.

YOU: We need qualified sales people to assist with project lead generation.

The position is commission-based and the commissions are generous.

Please note the following:

  • We're looking for salespeople in the Boston and New York metro areas
  • Phone skills are essential. If you cannot sell yourself to us, please don't bother responding
  • High energy and a willingness to qualify good leads are essential
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently close large accounts will lead very quickly to salary discussion

Send your resume and a brief paragraph re: why you're right for the job to: alen(at)ifactory.com.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

System Administrator

iFactory is a client-oriented business creating custom design and software for over 19 years. As a leader in reference and academic publishing, we work on some of the most respected projects in the field and are building the next generation of online publishing applications. Our new platform, PubFactory, is proving to be a game changer for many publishers.

We are looking for a talented and meticulous systems administrator to assist with our IT strategy and implementation. This position is hands-on. Responsibility includes administration of our internal, development and remotely hosted systems. You will work with a talented group of experts in interface design, software engineering, graphic design, multimedia integration and project management. We are located in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel, close to public transportation and South Station.

Required Skills

  • At least 5+ years of relevant industry experience
  • EXPERT knowledge of server administration for Linux
  • Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, network infrastructure and security
  • History of successful webserver installations including Apache and Tomcat setups
  • Familiarity with open source and proprietary database technologies. Most relevant are MySQL and MSSQL
  • Experience with requirements of high availability web applications, clustering and load balancing
  • Familiarity with cross-platform desktop support
  • Excellent ability to multi-task and the ability to work independently.
  • Experience planning and purchasing hardware
  • Detail-oriented with good documentation skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with remote and internal teams

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Familiarly with mail servers: Zimbra, Sendmail
  • Experience managing Active Directory and a Windows Domain
  • Cisco IP telephony systems
  • Familiar with application build environments including continuous integration and version control
  • XML database technologies (MarkLogic and eXist)

iFactory has been building solutions to complex problems for over 19 years. We are a client-oriented business with a competitive and engaging work and culture. Interactive Factory is a division of RDW Group, a full service advertising and PR agency. Please send resumes to itjobs@ifactory.com.

Compensation is commensurate with skill level. You must include a cover letter and Financial Requirements to be considered. We are only considering local candidates who are available to work on-site. Absolutely no phone calls.

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Marketing Internship: Social Media

Since 1992 iFactory has delivered innovative, inspiring, and intelligent interactive solutions to more than 150 organizations in a variety of verticals including publishing, higher education, health care, and nonprofit. iFactory is located in the heart of the Innovation District, in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel. We are close to public transportation at South Station.

We are looking for a talented and passionate college student to join our team for a three month internship. If you love social media and are seeking an opportunity to explore its business potential, then this is the position for you!

Responsibilities

Work closely with Marketing Manager to augment existing iFactory social media outlets to attract more followers, increase visibility, drive more traffic to our websites and blog, and strengthen the iFactory brand. Maintain an online presence for the agency and its followers by providing a steady stream of content across established accounts including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and the company's blog.

Requirements

Must be a currently-enrolled college student local to the greater Boston area. Candidate should have personal accounts set up on the above networks, and likewise have proven experience with building and maintaining a network of followers. An understanding of iFactory's primary verticals—publishing and higher education—and an eagerness to learn more, is essential. Candidate should also have an awareness of the iFactory brand, which has been established across existing social media networks.

Duration

Minimum of 8 hours/week for 3 months (pending school requirements)

Compensation

This is an unpaid internship with the goal of providing extensive social media experience in an interactive agency. An evaluation will be provided. We will cover commuting expenses.

We thank all interested candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information on iFactory, visit www.ifactory.com or find us on Twitter (@ifactoryboston), Facebook (iFactoryBoston), LinkedIn, or visit our company blog: interactivity.ifactory.com

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Sales/Marketing Internship: Research

Since 1992 iFactory has delivered innovative, inspiring, and intelligent interactive solutions to more than 150 organizations in a variety of verticals including publishing, higher education, health care, and nonprofit. iFactory is located in the heart of the Innovation District, in Boston's historic Fort Point Channel. We are close to public transportation at South Station.

We are looking for a talented and passionate college student to join our team for a three month internship. Are you numbers-driven, but also understand the value of qualitative research and results? If so, then this is the position for you!

Responsibilities

Work closely with Director of Sales & Marketing and Marketing Manager to conduct research in iFactory verticals such as publishing and higher education. Research projects will include, but not be limited to: identifying valuable tradeshows and speaking opportunities, creating Sales and Marketing-specific databases, and reviewing and analyzing iFactory website analytics.

Requirements

Must be a currently-enrolled college student local to the greater Boston area. Candidate should have both qualitative and quantitative research experience, and a passion for discovering new opportunities. An understanding of iFactory's primary verticals—publishing and higher education—and an eagerness to learn more, is essential.

Duration

Minimum of 8 hours/week for 3 months (pending school requirements)

Compensation

This is an unpaid internship with the goal of providing extensive marketing and sales research experience in an interactive agency. An evaluation will be provided. We will cover commuting expenses.

We thank all interested candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information on iFactory, visit www.ifactory.com or find us on Twitter (@ifactoryboston), Facebook (iFactoryBoston), LinkedIn, or visit our company blog: interactivity.ifactory.com

iFactory/RDW Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.