From: "Dr. Robert Jacobson" Subject: JOB-OFFERED: VP of Technology for a cutting-edge software development Date: Thu, 13 Jun 1996 01:07:40 -0700 Message-ID: <31BFCC4C.100C@worldesign.com> Organization: Worldesign Inc., Seattle - Information Design (www.worldesign.com] Worldesign Inc. is a four-year old virtual worlds/information design company embarking on an ambitious, cutting-edge software development. We also have some intriguing applications of technology in the works. We are looking for a Vice President of Technology with a proven track record and the following qualifications... Technical Skills ---------------- 1. Strong in OOP with a thorough knowledge of networks, Internet/ intranet, and distributed-objects technology and methods. 2. Thoroughly understand spatial technologies, especially GIS and multidimensional databases and interfaces. 3. Knowledgeable about and comfortable with virtual worlds technology and its applications. 4. Familiar with PCS (personal communications systems) and other wireless communications technologies. 5. Able to lead teams that successfully bring complex software products to market and capable of directing concurrent teams for this purpose. Organizational Competencies --------------------------- 1. Enthusiastically participates on a small, high-level executive team, sharing responsibility for the success of the company and the well-being of its stakeholders (employees, shareholders, and above all, customers). 2. Centrally involved in the composition and regular refreshment of "the big picture" that defines the company's mission and guides its activities. 3. Directly assists in product development and marketing from a strong technological perspective, including making presentations to customers and prospective investors. 4. Avariciously pursues relevant technological knowledge anywhere he or she can find it -- journals, the Net, lectures, conferences, personal connections -- and shares this information with others in the company. 5. Enjoys a demanding life and revels in new challenges as the chief technologist of a young company in a pionnering field. If you recognize yourself in these qualifications, get in touch with me. We offer a competitive salary, significant ownership in the company, sincere camaraderie, and a chance to get rich in a comfortable working environment. Worldesign is located in Ballard, an historical Seattle neighborhood blessed with good music, friendly pubs and cafes, and proximity to Lake Union and the Puget Sound shoreline. Kayaking, sailing, jogging and bicycle riding all happen here. Check out our Web site at
  • www.worldesign.com and then drop me an email. Discretion assured. Bob Jacobson President and CEO Worldesign Inc. 206-781-5253, -5254 fax