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About Us: Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint. We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.    Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.  Overview: We are seeking an experienced Embedded System Software Manager belonging to the Enterprise Engineering Department to lead a team of engineers in designing, developing, and optimizing embedded software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, software architecture, and team leadership, ensuring high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions for our products. Requirements Lead and manage a team of embedded software engineers, providing technical guidance and mentorship. Provide leadership and direct the activities of software engineers focused on the design of new products, enhancement of existing designs and improvement of software architecture design processes and procedures. Collaborate with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration. Define software architecture, coding standards, and best practices for embedded system development. Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time and high-quality software releases. Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization to maintain software reliability. Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded systems. Ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory standards relevant to embedded software development. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Conduct meticulous code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers, ensuring strict adherence to coding standards and industry best practices. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in embedded software development, plus at least 3 years of experience in a leadership role. Strong expertise in embedded Linux programming with C/C++, particularly in kernel driver development and TCP/IP stack packet processing. Strong knowledge of networking protocols (NAT, TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, HTTP, etc.) and hardware-software integration. Knowledge of audio codecs, video codecs (e.g., H.264), and IP camera integration, proficiency in ONVIF, RTCP, RTSP protocols. Knowledge of wireless communication protocols, e.g. 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax. Experience with low-level drivers, BSP development, and real-time constraints. Proficiency in debugging tools, emulators, and software profiling techniques. Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines for embedded development. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Strong communication and leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams. Highly motivated, positive, detail oriented and responsible. Benefits Salary range: $200000- $220,000 Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents) Contributions to 401k funds Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership Quarterly team-building events At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc. Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

Expanding business currently looking for workers (part or full time, preferential consideration given to full) who are interested in getting paid to assist in the examination, testing, cosmetic grading & repair, when necessary, of consumer electronics such as video games accessories (controllers, headsets, racing wheels & more), video game consoles, and other assorted consumer electronics. The job does not require a significant amount of experience however preferable candidates will have a basic knowledge of how to work consumer electronics one might find in the home. The position will require identifying an item's functionality, denoting if there's a deficiency in this regard, determining if the item is missing accompanying accessories, and prospectively performing some light repairs (training will be provided). This is a ground floor position as there are significant growth opportunities possible (dedicated repair technician(s), senior inspection line management & more may become available in time). Candidates are expected to be reliable, accountable, hard working and committed team players. Preferred candidates will be full time but we are also entertaining part time with a minimum commitment of 3 days per week. First come, first considered.

Stanton Chase is our sole recruitment source for this position. To be considered an applicant for this position, e-mail your resume to j.torres@stantonchase.com and include the position code PR25026 in the subject line. Job # PR25026 Job Title Technical Services Director Office Location Houston, TX Business Function /Department Business Development Sales Territory, if applicable General Role Description Define and execute comprehensive strategies for the Company's Technical Services (TS) to meet the short and mid-term period (1 to 3 years) of the Mid-Range Plan (MRP) and the long-term (3 to 5 years) strategy and the healthy, sustainable, and profitable growth of the Company. Role Accountabilities - Develop the annual MRP to forecast the orders, sales, and contribution margin for the TS market segment in alignment with the Company's goals and in collaboration with BU leadership - Manage the Design Request process for new product requirements to product development teams - Assess the Company’s capabilities, products, services, and technologies and recommend new TS offerings and enhancements that position the BUs to achieve long-term TS objectives - Determine key wants and needs of the existing industries, markets, and market segments and monitor industry and macro-economic trends to assess how these factors might change over time - Develop Marketing Requirement Specifications (MRS) and Development Request Sheets (DRS) for new products, solutions, and upgrades to existing products to position the BUs to achieve long-term objectives - Monitor and investigate industry technical service trends, the Company’s market position, competitive threats, and opportunities in the market to assess how these factors might affect current offerings and change over time and to recommend new and enhanced offerings - Use analytics and metrics to drive strategic decision-making as it relates to technical services - Develop and execute Go-To-Market strategy and collaborate with Marketing, Business Development, and BU leadership on TS product launch - Coordinate and review commercial proposals for accuracy, adherence to company policies, and profitability with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and business executives in accordance with corporate guidelines and in a timely manner - Provide input to initial due diligence on potential M&A targets in relation to new markets and industries to ensure these activities support long-term organization plans in collaboration with the Business Development team - Proactively and positively promote and exemplify the Company brand to internal and external contacts and the general public - Develop and execute strategic business plans for the BUs’ entry and offerings of TS to clients, in collaboration with BU and Business Development senior management - Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the system by which client relationships are strengthened and the TS orders strategy is fulfilled effectively - Ensure consistent branding guideline compliance throughout the Company in collaboration with the Global Marketing team - Diagnose gaps between the function's current and desired performance and deploy strategies to resolve - Ensure key information about project performance is acquired and monitored in coordination with other BU management - Ensure effective risk management and communication, in compliance with Company and parent company policies and contractual terms and conditions, to protect the organization from liability - Develop and implement strategies to Increase internal and external awareness and understanding of the BU's objectives and achievements via effective public relations and advertising in global and local media programs in collaboration with the Global Marketing team - Ensure effective design, development, implementation, measurement, and management of the TS systems to increase capability and performance - Develop and manage a system to track current TS offerings and standardization across the BU's - Coordinate and influence within the entire organization to secure resources and solutions to execute the TS strategies - Determine the budget and business resources required for advertising, sales and marketing collateral, trade shows, technical seminars, and related material and activities in coordination with the BUs’ commercial leadership - Plan and execute projects to aid in improving and growing the BUs’ business to meet goals set by BU senior management - Build and sustain productive relationships with the parent and group companies to ensure collaboration and responsiveness to ensure open communications of technical service programs, activities, and best practices to expand the overall technical services business - Report results for TS Orders and Sales as scheduled and requested to Company and parent company management, including, but not limited to research, analysis, evaluation, and recommendations General Employee Accountabilities - Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager - Give manager best advice - Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified - Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager - Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment - Comply with all Company policies, practices, and procedures and all regulations and laws - Recommend viable improvements proactively - Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes Requirements Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, computer science, engineering, or engineering technology or related field, or equivalent via education and/or work experience - 2 years of project or program management experience - 5 years in a direct client-facing position in any combination of oil and gas, metals, mining, port solutions, renewable energy systems, paper, or related general industries - 2 years' experience in specifying, designing, and/or commissioning electrical and automation systems for metals, port solutions, paper, renewable energy, and/or related general industries - Demonstrated success in business development in a complex business environment with commercial activities in any combination of the oil and gas, metals, mining, port solutions, renewable energy systems, paper, or related general industries - Demonstrated successful experience in business management and strategic planning - Proven ability to work across functional teams - Demonstrated ability to balance strategic direction with hands-on, tactical work - Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills - Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts - Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility - Proficiency in MS Office, a CRM tool, and ERP business system - Availability to travel domestically, up to approximately 10%, and internationally, up to approximately 5%, sometimes with limited notice - Demonstrated use of keen business acumen to develop effective strategies and determine appropriate priorities for improved business results - Proven ability to work effectively, influence without authority, and achieve business goals collaboratively across all functions and levels of an organization Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated success leading teams to accomplish business goals - MBA or Master's in applicable field - 8 years' sales or business development experience in any combination of oil and gas, metals, mining, port solutions, renewable energy systems, paper, or related general industries - Experience in a business with foreign ownership, preferably Japanese - Demonstrated successful experience in business management and strategic planning Link to TMEIC Corporation Americas website: https://www.tmeic.com/. To be considered an applicant for any available positions, individuals must complete an online job application for each posting. A resume may be attached to the online application but is not considered a substitute for the information in the application. Applications will be considered only for the specific position for which the application is submitted. EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

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About the Role Are you passionate about transforming raw data into real business impact? We're looking for a strategic, hands-on Data Strategy & Engineering Lead to architect the future of data at one of the nation's leading real estate companies. In this role, you'll do far more than build pipelines—you'll drive a firm-wide transformation that empowers smarter decisions, accelerates AI integration, and unlocks the full value of our data. As the firm’s go-to data leader, you'll work cross-functionally with key stakeholders to understand business needs, build scalable infrastructure, and deliver insights that shape the direction of our company. You'll play a pivotal role in advancing our capabilities in generative AI, predictive analytics, and beyond. What You’ll Do Architect Our Data Future Evaluate current infrastructure and define a scalable, future-ready data strategy. Establish and maintain data governance, quality, and reliability standards. Build the Engine Design and develop robust ETL/ELT workflows for structured and unstructured data. Create and optimize data pipelines across cloud platforms (preferably Azure, but open to AWS/GCP). Use Python, SQL, and modern tools to turn messy data into business-ready intelligence. Collaborate and Deliver Impact Partner with teams across finance, leasing, operations, and development to understand their data needs. Build intuitive dashboards and reporting tools that bring data to life and support real-time decisions. Champion best practices for data entry, hygiene, and stewardship across the organization. Lead with AI & Innovation Help shape and lead generative AI initiatives—from experimentation to implementation. Collaborate on building proprietary tools powered by machine learning and AI technologies. Why You’ll Love It Here High Impact: Play a critical role in a transformative company-wide data initiative. Cutting-Edge Work: Help shape how AI and predictive analytics redefine real estate. Cross-Industry Exposure: Collaborate across disciplines in a fast-moving, data-hungry environment. Growth Opportunity: Lead with autonomy and help set the data agenda from the ground up. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or business intelligence. Deep experience with Microsoft Azure (Data Factory, Synapse, Azure SQL), or similar cloud platforms. Strong proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with dbt, Power BI, or Tableau is a plus. Proven ability to design and scale data infrastructure and pipelines. Excellent communicator with a knack for translating technical work into business value. Familiarity with generative AI, APIs (e.g., OpenAI), or LLM frameworks is a strong bonus. About WS Development Massachusetts-based WS Development is a mixed-use developer with a singular mission: creating places people want to be. With an approach that values art, science, innovation and, above all else, people, WS strives to engage each community it serves with best-in-class experiences, designed with our customers, tenants and partners in mind. Established in 1990, WS is one of few vertically-integrated real estate companies that conceptualizes, owns, operates and leases more than 100 properties that range from cutting-edge urban spaces to lifestyle and community centers. With over 22 million square feet of existing space and an additional nine million square feet under development, it is one of the largest privately-owned development firms in the country. WS is where great ideas and great people come together to design, build, and operate some of the best loved real estate projects in the country. We live at the intersection of entrepreneurship and establishment. We have the infrastructure of decades supporting a culture of free-thinking excellence. We expect every WS employee to feel welcomed and valued irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Our company is looking for a part time data analyst to research and enter equities data for 2-3 hours each day M-F. Work could be done after 5 pm. You will be paid on 1099 and you should be a US citizen. Decent excel skills required. Work starts immediately.