From: lynnd@microsoft.com (Lynn Davis)
Subject: Microsoft Opportunities--Database Technology
Date: 11 Dec 92 21:50:09 GMT
Organization: Microsoft Corp.

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             DATABASE TECHNOLOGY at MICROSOFT
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At MICROSOFT, we're offering you the chance to change the
world of personal computing.  Microsoft Access has recently
shipped and is receiving great reviews FoxPro 2.5 for
Windows and the Mac is eagerly awaited and on the way, and
ODBC is setting the standard for the industry in database
connectivity.  Now, we are looking for seasoned database
experts in the following areas to help take us into the
future of database technology and continue our success:
Development, Testing, Program Management, Marketing, User Ed.


Technical:

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER -- Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Primary responsibilities include managing the development
of core data access technology to be shared by all
Microsoft applications and languages.  This will involve
managing the development of Open Database Connectivity,
including key drivers for and future extensions to ODBC,
and an object- oriented data access layer to be shared
by all Microsoft applications and languages.
Qualifications should include 7+ years of design and
development experience in the software industry, a
thorough understanding of database internals, the
experience of leading/directing a successful project from
inception through shipping, and a BS/MS degree in Computer
Science or related technical discipline.  Knowledge of SQL
engine internal technology and ISAM oriented technology
desired.  Background in personal computers and networking
technology preferred.

DEVELOPMENT LEAD -- Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Primary responsibilities include leading the design and
development of an object-oriented data access layer to be
shared by all Microsoft applications and languages.
Qualifications should include 5+ years commercial
development in C, C++, or 80x86 in the areas of databases
or networking, and a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or
related technical discipline.

SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER -- Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Primary responsibilities include assisting in the design and
implementation of a data access software.  Qualifications
should include 2+ years microcomputer programming experience
with C or 80x86, and a BS degree in Computer Science or
related technical discipline.  Experience with database or
networking development is preferred.

PROGRAM MANAGER -- Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Primary responsibilities include articulating our Open
Database Connectivity standards strategy message to the
corporate market, database vendors, and internal developers.
This includes managing 3rd party vendors that will build
drivers for ODBC through daily interface with the top
database developers in the industry and articulating our
ODBC strategy and technology, working closely with internal
and external developers to drive issues and solutions
through to resolution.  Qualifications should include 3-5
years hands-on commercial database development experience in
SQL Server and RDB or ISAM environments, 2-5 years hands-on
experience with protocol technologies, 3-5 years experience
articulating database and technical issues to a wide range/
level of audiences, experience managing 3rd party vendor
relationships.

TEST LEAD -- Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Primary responsibilities include managing a test team in
charge of designing and testing other products built around
Open Database Connectivity.  This includes managing the test
team responsible for extending the Open Database
Connectivity specification, testing Open Database
Connectivity drivers, and upgrading existing drivers.
Qualifications should include a BS degree in Computer
Science or related technical discipline and 3-5 years of
microcomputer experience utilizing C language and SQL.
Previous database and/or testing experience preferred.

DEVELOPMENT LEAD -- Access
Primary responsibilities include leading the overall
design and development of a graphical user interface for a
new Microsoft Windows based database product.  Qualifications
should include 7+ years of microcomputer application software
development, 3+ years of Senior Engineer or Technical Lead
experience, and a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or related
technical discipline.  Experience working through the full
development cycle of a commercially shipped Windows
application, extensive GUI design experience, and proficiency
in C required.

SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER -- Access
Primary responsibilities include designing and developing
extensions to our data storage engines.  Qualifications
should include a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or related
technical discipline and 4+ years of commercial software
development experience in C or 80x86 which includes low-level
data storage development.

PROGRAM MANAGER - Access
Primary responsibilities include leading the Access 2.0
effort by playing a major role in the design, specification,
implementation, and shipment.  This includes leading the
program management team through all phases of the product
life cycle.  Qualifications should include 3-5 years technical
background in database software, 2-4 years team leadership
experience, demonstrated knowledge of database concepts and
competitive database products, thorough understanding of the
product development cycle that include 3-5 years of software
development experience and 2-4 years of project management
experience.  A BS/MS degree in Computer Science is preferred.

DEVELOPMENT LEAD -- Fox.
Primary responsibilities include leading the development and
assisting in the design of Microsoft FoxPro for the Macintosh.
Qualifications should include 5+ years of commercial software
development in C or 68K, 2+ years of senior engineer or
technical lead experience, and a BS/MS degree in Computer
Science or related technical discipline.  Experience working
through the full development cycle of a commercially shipped
Macintosh application desired.

DEVELOPMENT LEAD -- Fox
Primary responsibilities include leading the development and
assisting in the design of the next version of Microsoft
FoxPro for Windows.  Qualifications should include 5+ years
of commercial software development in C or 80x86, 2+ years
of senior engineer or technical lead experience, and a BS/MS
degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline.
Experience working through the full development cycle of a
commercially shipped Microsoft Windows application desired.

SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER -- Fox.
Primary responsibilities include contributing to the design
and development of Microsoft FoxPro for the Macintosh.
Qualifications should include 2+ years commercial software
development in C or 68K, 1+ years commercial Macintosh
development experience, and a BS/MS degree in Computer
Science or related technical discipline.  Database
development experience preferred.

SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER -- Fox
Primary responsibilities include contributing to the design
and development of the next version of Microsoft FoxPro for
Windows.  Qualifications should include 2+ years commercial
software development in C or 80x86, 1+ years commercial
Microsoft Windows based development experience, and a BS/MS
degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline.
Database development experience preferred.


Marketing:

PRODUCT MANAGER -- Access
Primary responsibilities include creating a vision and
business plan for corporate markets and creating the
product strategy for corporate accounts, i.e., developing
new business models.  Qualifications should include 2-4
years technical marketing, systems engineering, sales
engineering, or consulting experience with specific
experience marketing to corporate MIS departments, and a
BS degree in Computer Science followed by an MBA.


User Education:

TECHNICAL WRITER -- Fox
Primary responsibilities include writing print and on-line
documentation for Microsoft FoxPro on four platforms
(Macintosh, UNIX, Microsoft Windows, and MS-DOS).  This
includes working closely with editors to develop content,
and with testers and developers to address technical
issues.  Qualifications should include 2+ years of
technical writing experience, preferably experience writing
to both technical and end-user audiences.  Experience with
and knowledge of one or more programming languages, as well
as database experience, desired.  Experience with both print
and on-line documentation lso preferred.


....MAKE IT HAPPEN NOW!
What is it like to work at MICROSOFT?  First, imagine a
group of people that share your passion for innovation
and discovery.  Now put the resources of a billion-dollar
company behind you.  That's what it's like.  And that's
why at MICROSOFT, there's no telling how much you can
achieve.

MICROSOFT isn't your typical employer.  We offer generous
compensation and benefits, including flexible hours,
private offices, virtually unlimited resources...even
health club membership.  It's all happening just a few
minutes outside Seattle, where the air is clean, and the
lifestyle is upscale, yet affordable.

To apply, mail your resume and cover letter to:

Surface mail:	Microsoft Corporation
		Attn:  Recruiting
		Dept.  N5928-1211
		One Microsoft Way
		Redmond, WA  98052-6399

Fax:  206-936-8072
      Attn:  N5928-1211

Recent grads need not apply at this time.

No phone calls please.  We are an equal opportunity employer
and support workforce diversity.