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    Principal Advanced Support Engineer, ACS Global Delivery | Oracle

    Employment: Full Time

    Principal Advanced Support Engineer, ACS Global Delivery – Core Database Specialist (DBA)Advanced Customer Services is a global organization within Oracle, providing tailored mission-critical support services to customers with complex IT requirements. We provide customized, proactive solutions for all Oracle applications and technologies: Sun Servers and Storage, Database, Middleware and Applications.Advanced Services Engineers (ASE) provides support in the continuous operational improvement of Oracle environments. ASEs do this by leveraging Oracle’s support-based intellectual property and customers’ experiences throughout their involvement with Oracle’s technologies.Our goal is for every customer to gain ever-more value from their Oracle Solutions by helping them make well informed decisions regarding the implementation; management and use of Oracle technologies.Core Activities And Responsibilities:- Delivering high quality technical services to ACS customers.- Ensuring adherence to internal methodology, tools and quality standards.- Proactively foresee existing customer needs and activities to provide better support and remain engaged with customer focused activities- Work with other Oracle LOBs and Partners to ensure that knowledge is transferred both into and out of ACS, and act as technical Subject Matter Experts where required- Be focused on innovation and technology and understand how these can be used to benefit both customers and ACS- Manage and resolve Customer Requests according to product main strategy and model.- Respond and resolve customer issues within Key Performance Indicator targets.- Maintain an up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of new products.- Ensure the timely completion of planned proactive tasks and Customer Requests.- Owning and resolving problems and managing customer expectations throughout the life cycle in accordance with global standards.- Working towards, adopting and contributing to new processes and tools (ODC, diagnostic methodology, health checks, scripting tools, etc.

    Related Work Experience- The candidate should have MIN 5-8 years of experience in using and administrating Oracle database server with strong knowledge of UNIX, Linux and/or Windows. Experience in RAC, DB Performance, or Backup/Recovery is a Must.Formal Education or Equivalent- The candidates should have a degree in Computer science or similar. Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) is a must/ (OCM) is a plus in Oracle platform products including database, Cloud certified is preferred.Skills- Strong knowledge of UNIX, Linux and/or Windows.- Strong Experience on SuperCluster, Exadata machines.- Experience in RAC, DB Performance, DB patching/DB upgrades or Backup/Recovery is a must.- Experience in one or more of the following technical areas is a plus:- Oracle Security Products, Oracle Data Guard, Oracle Golden Gate, SQL Tuning, Corruption, Exadata , Super Cluster, ZFS, ZDLRA.- Having excellent written and spoken English is a must with strong Communication skills.- Candidate should have Customer focus, working globally, team working and results orientation skills.Others (Mandatory)Candidate should be- Willing to travel for long tasks or high frequency.- Willing to work on 24×7 and flexible hours (Out of hours and weekends)

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.
    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.
    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Transitioning to permanent remote work? 4 Cross-functional considerations to make beforehand

    As more companies are going public with their long-term remote policies, permanent remote work appears to be more of a reality for the way we work moving forward. During our webinar focused on, “Managing the Cross-Functional Transition to Fully Remote,” panelists from GitLab, Shopify, and Workable joined us to discuss the major considerations their respective companies made to transition to permanent remote. 
    At this point, while we may not understand everything about the duration of this pandemic, we’ve come to understand that COVID-19 is not going to simply go away within weeks.In Workable’s recent “New World of Work” report, 71% of respondents said remote work and distributed teams will be a major paradigm shift moving forward. It would seem that companies are indeed entertaining the idea of transitioning to remote-first, if not permanently then for an extended period.
    Additionally, we found that 74% of recruiters and talent acquisition professionals said they were either exploring permanent remote work, in the process of going fully remote, or have already made the transition. As Hired recently announced our move to be fully remote, such a transition could not have been made by a single person or function but through the collaboration of leaders across the organization with employees in mind. Among the many considerations that are made when deciding whether to become a permanent remote company, everyone on the panel focused on four key areas. 
    Financial implications
    As far as financial considerations of being remote-first, the idea of relocation — especially to areas with lower costs of living — becomes more accessible and attractive to many employees. In our 2020 State of Salaries Report, we discovered that 53% of tech workers surveyed mentioned they would make the move if they were able to work remotely, with 64% who said they’d potentially relocate within the next 3 years. Despite having that insight, Craig Diforte, SVP of Finance at GitLab warns that if companies have employees who are working in various states or jurisdictions, there are payroll, corporate income tax, sales and use tax implications that should be considered. Depending on how long an employee is within a jurisdiction, it can trigger corporate income tax and sales/use tax for the company. The key is doing your homework and consulting with your tax advisor and your payroll provider to make sure you are appropriately managing your tax risk as you consider how employee mobility may impact your bottom line.
    In addition, there could be new costs that are incurred which are associated with team off-sites, group bonding activities or home office allowances/reimbursements that are worth accounting for — especially if you are a larger organization. Diforte (GitLab) provides these examples needed to keep infrastructure and company culture happy and productive.
    Infrastructure of work
    When it comes to the infrastructure of work, our panelists describe how the top three priorities for them included technology, physical space, and documentation. Employees need to be set up to work effectively. This is where companies may need to consider the costs of hardware or connection modifications needed. With respect to physical space, companies invest a lot into their office spaces that they may only need a portion of now. Of the people who could potentially need or want to return to the office, companies would most likely benefit from downsizing their space to account for the offset of employees who will be working remote. Diforte of GitLab recommends that companies do a cost analysis while also asking themselves if they need a physical space, if they could change the space they currently have, and if the costs of the current space could chang  to better meet their current and future needs. Lastly, David Sakamoto, VP of Customer Success at GitLab, includes that documentation of meeting agendas, minutes, business processes and decisions is key to ensuring all team members can be in sync regardless of not working alongside each other physically. No matter where employees physically work, this helps to prevent any lapse in communication and enables folks to work more effectively async if needed.
    Work-life balance
    In a recent Workable survey 45% of executives said productivity is a top concern when it comes to working remote. Conversely, Sakamoto shared that leaders should be more concerned with overproduction vs. under-productivity during this time. Employees may suffer from Zoom fatigue, employees isolating themselves, and burnout. Jen McInnis, Senior Lead of Talent Expansion Operations at Shopify, theorized that there is an impostor syndrome of working from home where employees can’t see what their peers and colleagues are working on so individuals may feel like they need to not only work harder but more hours in order to keep up. Fear of not doing enough can perpetuate feelings of isolation and burnout, both of which need proactive management.
    McInnis (Shopify) shares that Shopify offered a solution to this problem where it has placed more weight on impact over the hours they put into their work week. This helps confirm for employees that their impact is valued more than working late nights just to get a project done. She states how, considering COVID has presented the worst version of working remotely, companies shouldn’t lose sight of other circumstances employees are facing in the midst of maintaining their full-time job. How employees are contributing and making an impact to the company adds more value toward achieving goals and shipping products compared to expecting work outputs during traditional working hours. 
    Employee connection
    Last, but certainly not least, is the importance of the remote employee experience while working remote especially during a pandemic. When you transition from from in-person to digital first experiences, companies must reimagine and reinvent their culture. Sakamoto encourages companies to assess their company values and determine what values might help or hurt the organization when being fully remote. McInnis shared that a strategic move that the company made in their transition to remote was to move from cities and locations to timezone regions. Within each respective region there is at most a 4-5 hour time difference between them so there’s an opportunity for both synchronous and asynchronous work within the teams. As a rule of thumb, it’s critical for management to help instill a remote culture that is intentional with communication, staying connected and checking in colleagues and peers more often than not.  More

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    Assistant Content Manager | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment: Full Time

    Job Purpose:- Handling and executing marketing and communication jobs using creative design and editing knowledge and skillset, including video editing as well as static creatives for targeted communication across digital and social media channels, as well as emailers to customer database. Good UI and UX understanding and experience to help improve customer experiencePrincipal Accountabilities:- Handle EDM marketing requirements across the bank, including PBG, Islami, Digital, Corporate and other internal departments.- Manage the Video marketing requirements across the Bank and ensure creativity, quality and fast turn-around times.- Handle the microsite /webpage requirements across the Bank to ensure increased customer dwell time on pages, and improved conversions and downloads/ leads.- Manage the social media content requirements across the Bank and liaise with the social media agency to ensure engaging and business oriented content.- Should be able to independently handle marketing campaigns and other communication initiatives.

    Requirements:- At least 3-5 years in the field of advertising- Familiarity with UAE/ GCC business environment.- Graduate level education in related field or any other business related field.- Experience in UI/UX

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.
    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.
    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    Tax – Indirect Tax – Senior Associate – Saudi National | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax – Indirect Tax – Senior Associate – Riyadh – Saudi NationalsLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Indirect Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader, at all grades/levels and in all lines of service. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities and coach to help deliver results.- Develop new ideas and propose innovative solutions to problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from from current trends in business area.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Share relevant thought leadership.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality, diverse relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Senior Manager / Director – Business Consulting | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Senior Manager/ Director – Business Consulting – Internal Audit, Consumer Products & RetailThe objective of our advisory risk services is to provide clients with a candid and reliable overview of their risk landscape. Our solutions can be used by our clients to build confidence and trust with their customers, the overall market and when required by regulation or contract.Your key responsibilitiesYou will be leading the Risk Advisory practice for MENA for the Consumer Products and Retail (CPR) sector.You will be responsible for managing multiple client engagement teams at an executive level within the practice and the firm. You can expect to work with high level client personnel to address compliance, financial, and operational risks as well as perform internal control testing, develop internal audit plans, and provide internal audit services on an outsourcing basis. You will assess the CPR client’s current state internal controls and SOX framework in order to mitigate risk.Skills and attributes for success- Provide guidance and share knowledge with team members and participate in performing procedures especially focusing on complex, judgmental and/or specialized issues.- Work with the team and the client to create plans for accomplishing engagement objectives and a strategy that complies with professional standards and advise clients to understand and manage their business risks and verify the validity of their business information- Brief the engagement team on the client’s IA environment and industry IA trends.- Maintain relationships with client management to manage expectations of service, including work products, timing, and deliverables.- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of compliance, financial, and operational risks along with performing internal control testing, develop internal audit plans, and provide internal audit services on an outsourcing basis.- Assess internal controls and SOX framework in order to mitigate risk and apply it to client situations- Bring and utilize extensive knowledge of the CPR business/industry to identify technological developments and evaluate impacts on the client’s business.- Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.- Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess what the firm can deliver to serve clients .

    To qualify for the role you must have- A bachelor’s or master’s degree- A minimum of 10-12 years of experience working as an IA auditor or IA risk adviser for a public accounting firm, a professional services firm, or within the CPR industry- Bring your significant experience in applying relevant technical knowledge in at least one of the following engagements:- Assessing internal controls frameworks, including testing of design and operational effectiveness.- Developing risk remediation strategies. (c) performing and interpreting gap analysis- Experience in Enterprise Resource Management and related risk analysis, process analytics, and business intelligence.- We would expect for you to be available to travel outside of their assigned office locationIdeally, you’ll also have- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related discipline- CPA, CA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CBCP, CIA, CIPP, CGEIT certification is a mustWhat we look forWe’re looking for passionate leaders with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the risk industry. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve their full potential, this role is for you.What working at EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. We also offer:- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Systems Administrator | MBC Group

    Employment: Full Time

    JOB DESCRIPTION- Design, deploy, manage and troubleshoot infrastructure in AWS and GCP- Ensure 99.99% continuity of operations and availability of existing infrastructure- Deployment and administration of multiple workloads in hybrid cloud environments- Work with the development team on deployment, testing and securing applications including scaling them for performance and reliability- Develop/Improve automation and processes to enable teams to deploy, manage, configure, scale and monitor applications in the cloud- Document DevOps processes, procedures, installations, configurations and projects

    REQUIREMENTS- Strong background in Linux/UNIX (RHEL/Ubuntu/FreeBSD) base systems administration and performance tuning- Strong ability to troubleshoot complex issues ranging from system resources to application stack traces- Solid understanding and experience working with high availability, high performance, multi-data center systems and hybrid cloud environments- Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle, Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery- Experience with build systems, configuration management systems and orchestration tools

    MBC Group is the largest satellite TV and radio network in the Middle East based in Dubai Media City. It broadcasts a portfolio of Arabic and Western entertainment channels; as well as managing the Al Arabiya news channel and New Media platforms. The group has expanded significantly in the last several years moving from one TV and radio channel to ten TV, four radio channels and a range of broadcast and news service companies. Additionally the Group operates a number of successful websites and is aggressively expanding its internet and multiplatform operations. More

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    Incident Response Consultant | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    IntroductionInformation and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesIBM X-Force IRIS (Incident Response and Intelligence Services) is growing. We are looking for talented people across Middle East to work in our flagship Incident Response and Proactive Services team. In IRIS, our mission is to offer assistance and advice to our clients whenever they have an incident. We help our clients identify, contain and control the threats and to enable them to return to business-as-usual as efficiently and effectively as possible. When not responding to incidents, we actively help our clients prepare themselves by providing a number of proactive services. These proactive services are our second mission: we enable our clients to reduce the likelihood of an incident and the need to call the IRIS team for assistance. Our services are ever growing, but include such things as first responder training, on-site table-top exercises (TTXs) and threat hunting operations. All of our team members are incident responders. We work both on-site and remotely to provide the IRIS services to our clients across Middle East. We work closely with our client as ‘trusted advisors’ during what are usually difficult and complex periods for them.What do we do?- PREPARE – Incident Response Planning – Table Top Exercises – First Responder Training – Incident Response Playbook Design, Assessment & Review- DETECT – Tactical Threat Monitoring – Threat Hunting- RESPOND – Incident Response Management – Incident Response- ANALYSE – Digital Forensics (Log, host, memory, network and traffic) – Threat IntelligenceRequired Technical and Professional Expertise- IT security and investigations.- Practical experience of NIST SP 800-61 or similar methodologies.- Working within teams of investigators on large scale, diverse and complex investigations.- Contributing to IT Security projects.- Broad understanding of IT Security to protect and monitor the enterprise.- Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with potentially confidential and sensitive information.- Awareness of relevant legislation and familiarity with working within EU and international legislative and regulatory frameworks.- Analytical techniques, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.- Effective interpersonal skills.- Proficiency in technical and non-technical writing and verbal communication.- Effective time management, organizational and continual re-prioritisation skills.- Ability to effectively collaborate and operate within a team as well as independently.

    Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise- Microsoft Windows operating system internals including kernel, registry, file system, windows APIs and windows IPC mechanisms.- The Linux operating system and associated file systems.- Knowledge of common processor architectures such as x86,X64 and ARM.- Network protocols including TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL, DNS, and SMTP.- Common web and email-based attack techniques.- Languages such as Yara, Python, PHP, Powershell, JavaScript, Ruby, Perl, SQL, .NET or Java.- IOC detection techniques including cryptographic checksums, IDS rule definitions, regular expressions and blacklisting.About Business UnitIBM is a leading provider of enterprise security solutions. Named by industry analysts as a leader in 12 security market segment categories, IBM Security is a multi-billion dollar business that is rapidly growing. In an industry focused on building walls, IBM Security is focused on creating an open, connected security ecosystem that leverages AI and cloud to help clients improve compliance, stop threats, and grow their business securely.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Want To Build Future-Defining Tech In An Expectations-Defying Culture? Work For This Aerospace Tech Company

    AeroVironment is an aerospace company. It’s also a technology company. But neither of those things define who they are or how they work. Yes, they collaborate with government agencies like NASA and the US military like an aerospace firm. But they also innovate quickly; rapidly develop prototypes; and use small, diverse teams to create new … Continue reading “Want To Build Future-Defining Tech In An Expectations-Defying Culture? Work For This Aerospace Tech Company”
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