Jobs
VideoSurf has created a better way for users to search, discover and watch online videos. We are looking for innovative thinkers with aspirations to create something truly revolutionary. If you are a highly motivated self starter who excels in fast paced environments and are ready to see your contributions make a big impact, then send us your resume to find out more about the exciting, break-through work we're doing.
Sr. Advertising System Engineer- You have a BSc, MSc, PhD or higher in any Engineering/CS discipline from a top tier engineering school.
- You are an expert in Java and C++.
- You are an expert in large volume database/storage systems.
- You are proficient with Linux/Unix and open source tools/platforms.
- You have training and experience in areas such as data analysis, survey design, statistical modeling, data mining and optimization.
- You've had exposure to advanced machine learning techniques (such as Bayesian belief networks, JTA, Kalman filters, game and auction theory).
- You have strong experience in building highly scalable Enterprise applications.
- Strong knowledge in emerging tools and technologies is a plus.
- You learn new languages and technologies quickly, are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
- You have at least 5 years of industry experience.
- Work closely with the Business Unit, Product Development Teams and Videosurf's science team to design and develop the Advertising System.
- Design and implement the architecture that will maximize scalability while maintaining a high degree of flexibility.
- Research algorithms and measurement methods to optimize the efficacy of the advertising system.
Search Engineer- You have a BS in Engineering/CS discipline from a top tier engineering school or equivalent experience.
- Java experience with emphasis on Object Oriented Concepts is a must.
- Experience with Lucene, SOLR or other IR libraries and search servers is a plus.
- You have hands on experience on Linux/Unix/OSX.
- You learn new languages and technologies quickly, are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
- You have the desire to be at an early stage company and make a difference.
Sr. Product Manager- You have Minimum 5 years of Product Management, Product Marketing, or consulting experience in consumer Web-based products.
- You are passionate about analyzing products, customers and market dynamics.
- You have proven experience in video or web search.
- You can define/create novel user experiences based on user and market needs.
- You have a strong understanding of Marketing.
- You have excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage projects concurrently.
- You have a BA/BS degree; MBA a strong plus.
- You understand the technical trade-offs of various Web production technologies.
- You are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
- Design (User eXperience - UX) background is a strong advantage.
- Work with the Design, Development, Marketing, and Business Development teams to define requirements and functional specifications for project initiatives.
- Think through every aspect of the user experience, putting users needs and expectations first in the definition of requirements.
- Collect and analyze key site and business metrics and use this data to support the prioritizing and definition of project initiatives.
- Maintain time-lines, deliverables, and requirements for projects so that they launch on time and in scope.
- Gather new ideas for site features.
- Help explore product implications for new business and partnership opportunities.
Core Software Engineer- You have a BSc, MSc, PhD or higher in any Engineering/CS discipline from a top tier engineering school.
- You are an expert in C++ programming language and C++ design patterns.
- You have practical knowledge of design patterns and analysis algorithms.
- You have at least 3 years of industry coding experience.
- You have experience with UNIX / LINUX systems.
- You learn new technologies quickly, are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
User Interface/User Experience Expert- You have a successful track record and years experience in designing consumer web sites with high degree of interactivity for mass audiences.
- You have advanced degree in Graphic Design, Information Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, or equivalent industry experience.
- You have experience in video or web search.
- You are an expert in the standard tools of the trade: Photoshop,Illustrator, CSS, HTML, etc.
- You are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
- You will be responsible for the architecture, interaction flow, aesthetics, graphic design and presentation from whiteboard to launch.
- You will identify user profiles, their user interface (UI) needs and tasks and create the UI to answers those.
- You will create users experience flows, wire frames, mockups, UI specs and advise developers during coding.
- You will design, conduct and analyze iterative usability evaluations with representative users.
Sr. System/Network Engineer- You are an expert in designing, building and maintaining large network topologies.
- You are an expert in designing, building and maintaining large server farms.
- You have proven experience with managing a system for a high availability web site.
- You have experience with hardware procurement.
- You have experience with virtualization.
- You have experience with PostgreSQL and MySql.
- You are an expert on UNIX / LINUX systems. Experience with high-end load balancers a plus.
- You are an expert in scripting languages (python, bash, perl).
- You are well versed in C/C++ and Java.
- You learn new technologies quickly, are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
Director Sales- Energetic self-starter with the desire to be at an early stage company and make a difference.
- Expert in the online video market trends and firms.
- Strong existing relationships with agencies and other potential customers.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Track record of meeting or exceeding performance metrics.
- Capability to explain/demo our technology in easily understandable ways.
- You have at least 3-5 years of media sales experience, preferably as a Sales Director or equivalent.
- Work with the VP of Revenue to develop a comprehensive sales strategy.
- Lead development of comprehensive sales processes and materials.
- Build a team of sales representatives to execute against the strategy.
- Lead the prospecting and penetration of potential new customers to build a book of business.
- Negotiate, structure and close on advertising agreements.
- Exceed performance and revenue goals.
SEM Manager- BA/BS or higher.
- 2-5 years experience in online marketing.
- Experience in and an explicit understanding of how to achieve successful PPC campaigns.
- Strong analytical background - demonstrated ability to take data, draw insights, & make recommendations for marketing programs.
- Identify keywords, create copy, and optimize bidding strategies for PPC campaigns with Google, Yahoo and other search engines.
- Develop and initiate tests aimed at continually improving key metrics across campaigns.
- Investigate and implement new technologies, services, and vendor solutions that enhance SEM efforts.
- Stay informed of industry trends and best practices.
- Analyze complex data to identify performance issues and suggest solutions.
Sr. Search Engineer- You have a BSc, MSc, PhD or higher in any Engineering/CS discipline from a top tier engineering school.
- You are an expert in C++ and Java.
- You have proven experience in designing and building large scale search systems and optimizing relevancy.
- Experience with Lucene, SOLR is a plus.
- You are proficient with Linux/Unix and open source tools/platforms.
- You have training and experience in areas such as data analysis, survey design, statistical modeling, data mining and optimization.
- You've had exposure to advanced machine learning techniques (such as Bayesian belief networks, JTA, Kalman filters, game and auction theory).
- You learn new languages and technologies quickly, are innovative, enjoy challenges and have a great work ethic.
- You have at least 5 years of industry experience.