Programming Job for the Sports Enthusiast

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Job Title:      SPORTS Programmer
Company Name:   Sporting News

Salary:      45,000 â€ââ,¬Å" 65,000 Commensurate with experience
Category:      Internet & E-Commerce

Location:      St. Louis, MO
Status:      Full Time, Employee
Education:      4-year College Degree
Relevant Work Experience:   Recent college grads welcome (45k),
1-3 years experience optional (45-65k)

Introduction:
The Sporting News, a premiere national sports magazine and web site based in
St. Louis, is looking for a programmer with Java, Perl, SQL, HTML and
JavaScript experience to work in a fast-paced sports Internet environment.
Visit http://www.sportingnews.com

About the position:
1. Develop applications and scripts to interact with our Informix database/web publishing system running on Linux.
2. Develop web based applications and scripts, and build new technology for future initiatives using Java, Perl, SQL, HTML and JavaScript.
3. Maintain, administrate, and implement upgrades to publishing system and back-end scripts.
4. Implement and maintain partner XML feeds.
5. Provide technical support for the Database/Publishing system to editors and developers.

Skills requirements:
1. Self-starter wanted to integrate in a team programming environment.
2. Solid coding skills necessary using Java, Perl, SQL, HTML and JavaScript for programming projects as assigned.
3. Strong communication skills required in interacting with tech team members and editorial staff.
4. Knowledge and interest in sports and related statistics are highly beneficial.

4-Year College Degree in Computer Science or related field required.

Relocation assistance considered.  401(k) and health benefits.

Sporting News is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Info:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to
programmer@sportingnews.com . Please list your full name as the subject line of the email.

or via US Mail:
Online Programmer Position
Sporting News
10176 Corporate Square Drive, Suite 200
St. Louis, MO  63132