Freelance Software Developer (Python Engineer) - AI Trainer

Company Profile      At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-empowered solutions.  Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team.  Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.       Overview   We are looking for an experienced Product Manager. This role is responsible for leading project lifecycle and product development and deployment initiatives for an IP Video product for an enterprise organization. This involves product planning, drafting and refining product requirements, competitive research and analysis, and all product operations through deployment. This position is hybrid and qualified candidate will work on-site in either Philadelphia PA, or Denver, CO a few days a week and other days remote. Candidates must live in either the Philadelphia metro area or the Denver metro area and be willing to go on-site each week some days.     Duties & Responsibilities  Manage products and services utilizing product and/or project management principles, strategy and execution  Understand the current GTM approach and how to engage with stakeholders as necessary for product release solutions  Proven ability to work in large, enterprise organization and communicate effectively with stakeholders  Manage key documentation deliverables such as inputs, outputs, GTM materials   Enhance product management tools, documentation, and reporting  Create and maintain product related information and communication  Create and maintain process workflow documentation to support business needs  Consistently exercise informed judgment and discretion in matters of significance  Direct cross functional teams, such as engineering or development, regarding product requirements  Act instrumentally in connecting Agile and non Agile teams to support product efforts   Requirements Desired Skills and Experience  Minimum 7 years direct product planning, product operations and product management experience  Experience in telecommunications/broadband, data service networks, or contact center environments preferred  Experience working with IP video is required Experience in an Agile or Scaled Agile environment is necessary  Experience with project or program management is necessary Knowledge and understanding of products in a technical capacity, understanding their requirements and related business needs  Experience aligning multiple business groups in a cross-functional, matrixed environment  Ability to drive and lead stakeholder meetings and manage deliverables from development and engineering  Excellent communication skills, utilizing a formal system for communications, reporting intake status, and collaborating with other internal groups  Ability to ramp up on new projects quickly and work autonomously, while actively keeping project team and client informed of milestones and potential issues    Qualifications/Technical Skill Requirements  Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite products, especially Excel and PowerPoint for tracking, reporting, and executing slide presentations  Experience with MS Project and JIRA are helpful  Experience with broadband technology product solutions/offerings is preferred  Familiarity working with cross functional teams- IT, product development, engineering, and marketing is necessary  Experience managing numerous product lines and providing updates and insights to stakeholders at a variety of levels in a large enterprise organization    Education/Certifications  Bachelor’s degree in Business or other quantitative field  PMP certification is helpful or project management methodology courses  Consulting background is helpful but not required  Compensation For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a 6 - 12 month engagement with an annualized salary of $120,000 - $150,000. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role. Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

Company Profile    At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-empowered solutions.  Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team.  Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.     Overview  We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for a Denver based Client’s data team. This role will work closely with stakeholders to support reliability analytics across our network. This role will apply non-machine-learning analytical techniques to data, answer defined business questions and transform findings into actionable insights. This Technical PM will collaborate with management to scope problems, pull and analyze data, and deliver clear, compelling presentations to a variety of internal audiences. This is a long-term consulting engagement, and qualified candidates must be able to work in office in Denver, CO. Candidates that live outside of Denver metro area will not be considered for this role. Responsibilities Problem Definition ·       Partner with management to clearly define scope. ·       Apply cable/telecom industry knowledge to understand issues and relevant datasets. ·       Develop analytic approach plans in alignment with business objectives.   Data Acquisition & Preparation ·       Extract data from data warehouses using SQL and prepare analyses in Excel or BI. ·       Leverage reporting tools to create visualizations, tables, and pivot reports. ·       Monitor data quality and proactively identify potential assumptions or issues.   Data Analysis ·       Apply core statistical and analytic methods, including correlations, exploratory visualization, and statistical validity. ·       Recognize and mitigate issues such as correlation vs. causation, confounding, regression and selection bias. ·       Ensure accurate application of measurement units and derived metrics.   Storytelling & Presentation ·       Assemble findings into a cohesive narrative supported by clear figures and charts. ·       Present in PowerPoint, with attention to formatting, readability, and detail. ·       Seek feedback and review, presenting with clarity, efficiency, and sensitivity to organizational dynamics. ·       Synthesize findings into cohesive narratives supported by clear visuals. ·       Develop and deliver professional PowerPoint presentations tailored to technical and business audiences. ·       Solicit feedback and present results with clarity, efficiency, and sensitivity to organizational context.   Requirements Requirements ·       Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field. ·       5+ years of experience in project management, data analytics, and/or data analysis. ·       Industry experience strongly preferred in telecommunications or technology industries. ·       Strong proficiency in SQL, Excel, and BI/reporting tools, as well as PowerPoint ·       Ability to manage data project efforts and initiatives. ·       Experience applying statistical techniques to real-world business problems. ·       Develop data into business insights and present findings effectively. ·       Ability to assemble, synthesize and deliver data into PowerPoint presentation decks. ·       Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. ·       Ability to engage with Executive level stakeholders to deliver insights.   Compensation For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a long term consulting engagement with an estimated salary range of $130-140k. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.   Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

At Avalore, we are a mission-driven, veteran-owned small business that helps government agencies harness the power of data and emerging technologies to solve complex problems. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a passion for public service, delivering innovative, responsible solutions in AI, data governance, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation. Joining Avalore means working alongside experts who have successfully led high-impact initiatives across the DoD and Intelligence Community, and being part of a company that values integrity, agility, and purpose. Your responsibilities will include: Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements.  Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements  Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features  Debug existing software and correct defects  Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments  Develop simple to complex data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories  Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards  Works individually or as part of a team.  Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.  Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.  Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required + Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity  Four (4) years of relevant SWE experience may be substituted for the degree  Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. TS/SCI and Special Security Accesses and Polygraph required. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Desired: Cloud, CNO, DevOps, Data Analytics, Machine Learning & AI  Benefits Eligibility requirements apply. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Employee Assistance Program

Location: Onsite – 5 days per week (DOWNTOWN CHICAGO) We are seeking a motivated Desktop Support Specialist to join our IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day technical support for employees, ensuring computer systems and conference room technologies run smoothly. You’ll primarily manage issues remotely from your desk but will also handle hands-on tasks such as equipment setup and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities : Provide helpdesk support to employees, including troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and network issues. Set up, configure, and maintain physical computer equipment and peripherals. Perform device provisioning for new and existing users (experience preferred). Troubleshoot issues related to conference room systems, with a focus on Google Meet setups. Utilize remote management tools to resolve the majority of technical support requests. Execute basic tasks in Linux terminal for system checks and troubleshooting. Collaborate with the IT team to maintain smooth operations and escalate issues when necessary. Qualifications : Previous experience in a desktop support or helpdesk support role. Strong knowledge of computer hardware setup and troubleshooting. Experience with provisioning processes is preferred. Familiarity with Linux terminal commands and basic troubleshooting. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple support requests effectively. Comfortable working onsite five days per week.

Role: TIBCO Developer Location: Jackson MI -  Hybrid mode Position Type: Contract   We are seeking a TIBCO Developer to join the integration team supporting Consumers Energy in Jackson, MI. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in TIBCO Business  Works 6.x and a solid understanding of enterprise integration patterns.   Responsibilities:   ·       Design, develop, and support integration solutions using TIBCO BusinessWorks 6.x and 5.x, TIBCO EMS, API development and TIBCO BusinessEvents. ·       Develop and maintain APIs using TIBCO API Exchange, including RESTful and SOAP web services ·       Configure and monitor messaging using TIBCO EMS, Hawk, and Rendezvous ·       Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and other developers to deliver high-quality integration solutions ·       Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner ·       Participate in code reviews and deployment processes ·       Ensure integration components adhere to security, performance, and scalability standards   Required Qualifications:   ·       5+ years of hands-on experience with: ·       TIBCO BusinessWorks (BW) 6.x and 5.x ·       TIBCO EMS, Hawk, BusinessEvents ·       TIBCO Rendezvous and API Exchange Gateway ·       Solid understanding of SOA and integration architecture ·       Experience with RESTful and SOAP APIs ·       Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based versioning ·       Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in enterprise environments ·       Ability to work independently in a hybrid/remote setup ·       Strong verbal and written communication skills   Nice to Have:   ·       Knowledge of Containers (Docker/Kubernetes) and Cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) ·       Experience with other integration technologies or scripting languages ·       Prior experience working in utility or energy sectors   Note: they need BW and BE development skills, not just one or the other, can good comminication skills, clear english, I am also asking if they are willing to relocate to Jackson Mi, along with API development  

Kraftsman Auto Body is looking for a highly motivated, dependable team player to join our family. Auto Body Technician- • Perform safe, quality repairs to restore vehicles to pre-accident state, factory specification, and customer satisfaction. • Disassemble damaged vehicles and determine if damaged components can be repaired or need to be replaced. • Repair vehicles per OEM guidelines. • Other duties as assigned. • Your attention to detail makes you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure repairs are completed on time and deliver top notch work to delight our customers. ASE and I-Car certification a plus. Pay based off of experience. Benefits • Competitive pay! • Profit Sharing • PAID Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Package • PAID Time Off • PAID Holidays • Continued education-PAID I-CAR and ASE training and certificates • Opportunities for advancement Kraftsman Auto Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer Apply online www.kraftsmanautobody.com or call 808-329-7277