23 jobs found in Little Rock

The Help Desk Specialist is responsible for providing support to end users on a variety of issues. This position identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Responds to telephone calls, emails, and personnel requests for technical or informational support. Confers with clients by telephone or in person, in order to provide information about services, to take orders or cancel accounts, or to obtain details of complaints. Documents, tracks, and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution. Provides support to users on a variety of issues related to hardware, software, and peripheral equipment or agency related information. Enters systems commands and observes functioning to verify correct operations or errors. Utilizes technical manuals and conducts computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve reported problems. Evaluates and prioritizes requests for help and escalates high priority requests to appropriate staff members. Identifies, searches, and resolves technical problems or reported inquiries and complaints. Assists in the development of problem resolution procedures for new and existing computer systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of problem recognition, research, isolation, and resolution steps. Knowledge of computer installations of new hardware and software. Knowledge of agency/institution specific program information, software, and hardware. Ability to communicate with clients, orally and in writing, to gather appropriate information, and process or escalate complaints and requests to the proper personnel. Ability to design and update computer problem resolution procedures.

The Help Desk Specialist is responsible for providing support to end users on a variety of issues. This position identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Responds to telephone calls, emails, and personnel requests for technical or informational support. Confers with clients by telephone or in person, in order to provide information about services, to take orders or cancel accounts, or to obtain details of complaints. Documents, tracks, and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution. Provides support to users on a variety of issues related to hardware, software, and peripheral equipment or agency related information. Enters systems commands and observes functioning to verify correct operations or errors. Utilizes technical manuals and conducts computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve reported problems. Evaluates and prioritizes requests for help and escalates high priority requests to appropriate staff members. Identifies, searches, and resolves technical problems or reported inquiries and complaints. Assists in the development of problem resolution procedures for new and existing computer systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of problem recognition, research, isolation, and resolution steps. Knowledge of computer installations of new hardware and software. Knowledge of agency/institution specific program information, software, and hardware. Ability to communicate with clients, orally and in writing, to gather appropriate information, and process or escalate complaints and requests to the proper personnel. Ability to design and update computer problem resolution procedures.

The Information Systems Coordination Specialist is responsible for coordinating the development of automated computer systems and defining user needs. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Coordinates the development and implementation of systems and programs, gathers data from users, reviews system changes, policies, and procedures to define system needs, and prepares and analyzes test data and on-line programs. Supervises a small professional and administrative support staff by interviewing and recommending for hire, making work assignments, training, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Performs technical analysis of software, hardware, and network systems to evaluate network services and technology in support of current and future development of the network. Performs analyses and diagnostics to isolate the source of network, hardware and software malfunctions. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of the application of systems analysis and programming in automated information systems. Knowledge of capabilities and limitations of information systems hardware and software. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to analyze information system problems or errors and devise corrective measures. Ability to supervise a subordinate professional and administrative support staff. Ability to write moderately complex applications to fulfill requirements or select appropriate off-the-shelf software and modify to suit agency or institution needs. Ability to plan and direct the work of others. The general duties of the position are as follows: Leading multidepartment and multiagency projects for the IT department. Proposing project plans that estimate timelines; lists risks and mitigation strategies; identifies project sponsors, stakeholders, and business owners; records and tracks tasks and responsibilities; tracks budgets and resources; defines implementation plans; and other items as needed. Maintaining project plans; updating and tracking progress against the baseline; and manage the timely delivery of the projects. Meeting agreed deadlines and adhering to project time scales. Working with teams or individuals to successfully stay within the project plan and deadlines. Guiding expectations for the delivery of the project and escalating issues on deadlines as early as possible to senior management to enable appropriate corrective action to be taken. Assisting the IT team with update management; understanding dependencies between different updates and liaising with other employees, agencies, or vendors to facilitate resolution where conflicts occur. Facilitating the management of the IT portfolio; identifying dependencies between projects. Handling other projects and tasks as assigned based on agency need.

Dillards.com is poised for more growth in the next few years, and we are looking for talented web professionals to join our eCommerce team. If you have a positive, collaborative attitude and a desire to help define the future of retail, this may be a perfect career opportunity for you. Required Skills Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR 2+ years of experience as an Front End Developer, UI/UX Designer or similar role BS / MS degree in computer science, graphics design, interaction design, or 5+ years equivalent professional experience A comprehensive understanding of current web technologies and best practices Attention to detail in UI implementation A critical awareness of implications on user centered design and functionality Advanced HTML, CSS, JavaScript,  json, React, and Node.js A good understanding of CSS preprocessors like LESS or SASS Working knowledge of code versioning tools like Git, Subversion, or CVS Experience in Responsive/Adaptive Design General understanding of JavaScript frameworks, libraries, and templating engines Understanding of web performance and optimization Drive to handle multiple projects in a fast paced environment Online portfolio of work required with code available for review Desired Skills User obsessed and detail oriented Experience working collaboratively or on an Agile team Quick learner who enjoys a fast paced environment Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies Experience with UI frameworks and principles like Bootstrap, Material Design, or Foundation Experience with wire-framing, prototyping and brainstorming in a team environment Experience with Photoshop or Sketch Experience with JSTL

The Systems Coordination Analyst is responsible for monitoring agency/institution automated computer systems and coordinating the development and implementation of new or revised applications with users and data processing providers. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field; plus four years of experience in systems coordination, evaluation and analysis, including one year in a leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Coordinates the development and implementation of systems and programs, gathers data from users, reviews system changes, policies, and procedures to define system needs, and prepares and analyzes test data and on-line programs. Provides training on terminal usage and procedures to users, notifies users of production problems and changes, and generates special reports as required. Maintains and monitors data processing operations by scheduling jobs, keying transactions, validating system output, and recommending changes. Provides technical assistance to users and vendors on hardware and software problems and evaluates and recommends new software and hardware. Assists data processing staff and users by explaining file access and utilization, programming, and problem resolution. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of the application of systems analysis and programming in automated information systems. Knowledge of data processing principles and objectives. Ability to discern necessary support actions/input and to write detailed actions and procedures for non-technical personnel. Ability to understand relevant detail from oral information and make formal presentations and explain technical terms and information. Ability to analyze computer system problems or errors and devise corrective measures. Ability to think through a logical sequence of necessary events, in terms of computer language, to produce a desired product. 5 years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server 3 years of experience with security systems SSL and IPsec 2 years of experience with Rhapsody, eWebIT, MS IIS Web Server, JBOSS, Apache/Tomcat and CDS's National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS) Base System (NBS) Occasional overnight travel required and may be required to be on call.

Dillard’s is seeking a Security Risk Analyst in Little Rock, Arkansas.  The Security Risk Analyst supports the risk identification and management process across all aspects of Information Technology and integration with Third Parties. Responsibilities include assessing the current adequacy of vendor security strategy, threats to the systems, and then calculating the impact of potential adverse events. Audits and assessments must be continual, as the threat profiles change constantly.  The Analyst will keep management up to date on the results of the risk assessment and make recommendations for mitigations, or projects, to protect their systems or cover potential losses. The analysis will include a clear description of the risk and its likelihood. Mitigation plans must be developed and presented to management for approval. Roles and Responsibilities: Develop security assessments and attestations when reviewing potential and existing technology solutions.   Monitor data security profiles in the Dillard’s environments by reviewing security violation reports and investigating security exceptions. Update, maintain, and document security controls and provide direct support to internal IT groups. Work directly with third parties and other internal departments to facilitate information security risk analysis and risk management processes and to identify acceptable levels of residual risk. Stay knowledgeable of current advances in all areas of information technology concerning vulnerabilities, security breaches or malicious attacks. Maintain knowledge of current technologies in order to effectively evaluate risk. Continuously evaluate security, data vulnerability, business continuity and compliance risks. Define and document risks and potential impacts along with the statistical probability of such an event. Identify systems affected by the defined risk. Research source of breaches in evolving current events. Offer security-focused consultative services to vendors and IT departments. Negotiate remediation priorities. Exhibit ownership, follow through, initiative, awareness and effective communication with IT teams and management. Actively participate in and contribute to the Vendor Management Program. Required Skills: Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR Excellent research and technical writing skills of project plans, spreadsheets, and versioning documents. Possess analytical, communication and consulting skills with knowledge of Information Security and related technologies. Strong problem solving, decision-making, reporting, communication, and management skills. Effective planning, implementation, and negotiation skills. Ability to multi-task and track many simultaneous initiatives. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Must be tactful, detail oriented, and able to comprehend technical and regulatory requirements. Proficient in either Google and/or Microsoft suite.   Desired Skills: Experience testing or auditing technical controls. Knowledge of and experience with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) framework,  information security and/or privacy recognized certification(s).

Dillards.com is poised for more growth in the next few years, and we are looking for talented web professionals to join our eCommerce team.   At Dillard’s, an eCommerce Quality Assurance Analyst evaluates and tests new or modified software applications to verify they function according to user requirements and conform to established guidelines.  The QA writes, revises, and verifies quality standards and software development procedures for program design and product evaluation to attain quality of software economically and efficiently. Creativity, openness to ideas, willingness to take on any task or role, focus on the customer, and a constant view of the big picture are just some components of the quality assurance mind-set.  Good testers have an instinct and understanding for where and how software might fail and how to track down failures. ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in full life cycle development from the requirements gathering and analysis phase through deployment Work collaboratively with developers, analysts, and other testers to drive testing activities across the development lifecycle Use strategic thinking when creating a testing strategy/plan and developing tests Use scripting to create automated tests with an implementation language and performance/load tests Create/maintain test data for all types of testing Prioritize, maintain, and refactor tests Triage failures, identify root-cause, provide re-creatable steps and define corrective actions Manage defects and collaborate with team to get fixes scheduled in development cycle Communicate test intent, defects, and acceptance criteria in a concise and relevant manner Test hardware and third party software for integration with internal applications Manage deployment across all environments, from development environments, to test environments, to production Maintain test/lab environments Participate with other team members in requirements gathering, story writing, user acceptance testing, and documentation Ensure Quality Assurance policies are followed Maintain documentation REQUIRED SKILLS Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship A bility to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR Hands-on tester with an aptitude for functional testing across the application to include manual, automated, and exploratory testing Customer-focused   Exploratory testing skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy Time management skills with ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure environment Willingness to learn and improve policies and procedures Ability to multitask Strong organizational skills DESIRED SKILLS Involvement on project teams using Agile methodology Basic understanding of Java, HTML, Sahi/Selenium for testing tool Writing automated tests Experience with Automation Applications comparable to Applitools and Silk4J Basic understanding of relational and non-relational; database tools  (SQL) Use tools like QMF to verify results

Job Description We’re looking for an innovative, creative, data & technical expert for an entry to mid level Data Science role.  This role reports into the Manager of Advanced Analytics and Strategic Testing who leads a team of highly motivated Statistical Data Analysts and Data Scientists.  This role provides experience and training that can ultimately lead to promotion to Data Scientist. This is a great opportunity to work with a truly exceptional team in this exciting and ever growing field to shape and create the best shopping and brand experience for Dillard’s customers. What you’ll do Work with Marketing, Merchandising, and Operations areas to analyze current business trends, problems, and strategies to help provide actionable insights for the business including but not limited to visualizations, predictive/statistical models and business process supportive machine learning processes Identify and source data needed to build analytic datasets in support of analysis and modeling activities Utilize Machine Learning to detect trends and develop models that will deliver direct business solutions Define metrics that will be used to measure and understand existing and new business processes Work directly with multiple levels of management to present results and recommendations based on analysis Qualifications Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Management Information Systems, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, or related field of study 2-5 years of experience working with analytic software (e.g., Python, R, SPSS Modeler, Teradata Warehouse Miner) and performing data modeling, data mining, and exploratory data analysis (e.g., linear/logistic regression, ARIMA, Cluster Analysis) - applicable master level coursework and degree can be considered for up to 1 year of experience requirement. Strong personal drive and motivation; entrepreneurial and excellent at time management . General to advanced SQL knowledge. Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills. Ability to adapt and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast paced Agile work environment. A self-starter who is able to work both independently and as part of a team. Comfortable interacting professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, statistical data analysts, subject matter experts, and end users. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and lead change Preferred Skills Masters degree or higher in Management Information Systems, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, or related field of study Advanced SQL Strong command of statistical scripting/programming languages (R, Python, etc.) Tableau experience Cognos experience Strong understanding of Retail Business processes and Digital Marketing Experience presenting to small and large groups of people

The Information Systems Coordinator works under general direction and is responsible for planning and directing resources in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the computer and network systems for the state. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Provides general supervision of professional and administrative staff by reviewing project assignments and work performed, recommending subordinates for hiring, promotions, and terminations, and conducting performance evaluations. Supervises team operations with other functions within the agency, to ensure the development and implementation of information systems procedures. Directs the implementation of diverse, new and/or modified software to ensure compatibility with existing system and testing requirements. Implements schedules and priorities for system development and monitors development stages to ensure the validity of data and reports and adherence to deadlines. Supervises technical assistance and training to users regarding system. Establishes schedules and priorities for information system development and monitors development stages to ensure the validity of data and reports and adherence to deadlines. Directs or conducts special projects, as directed by management, by assigning work activities, monitoring progress, and preparing status reports, or making presentations, as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of personal computer software and functions and computer system interactions, intricacies, capabilities and limitations. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to direct work objectives and activities and assign and direct the work of subordinates. Ability to prepare and present oral and written technical information and reports. Ability to research, analyze, evaluate data, situations, project outcomes, and resolve problems. Ability to write moderately complex applications to fulfill requirements or select appropriateoff-the-shelf software and modify to suit agency or institution needs.

In this position, you will be responsible for architecting the Business Intelligence/Data Warehouse Information Management processes.  This includes development and support of ETL (Extract/Transform/Load) scripts and DataStage jobs required to extract, transform, cleanse, and move data to be loaded into the data warehouse.  You will support and manage this environment through a focus on problem determination and resolution, data modeling, data management, data integration and performance tuning. ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop ETL architecture solutions Work with the Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts, BI Technical Architects, BI Solutions Architects, User Services and other programming teams regularly to establish understanding of source data and determine requirements Troubleshoot and tune complex SQL Utilize Infosphere DataStage, various scripting languages, SQL, querying tools and optimizer tools Develop data validation processes to ensure data quality Participate in on call rotation in support of ETL process flows that run daily REQUIRED SKILLS Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR Possess strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills Possess advanced SQL skills Proactively seek opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change  to existing processes or procedures Remain on the forefront of emerging industry best practices Work well in a collaborative team environment Highly motivated self-starter with good communication skills Have working knowledge of Business Intelligence concepts and Data Warehousing methodologies and best practices Have exposure to InfoSphere DataStage or a similar ETL tool Experience programming in Python, Korn shell or other scripting languages

Senior Developers at WORK understand and anticipate the needs and concerns of their team members and clients to create best-in-class digital products. Good enough just isn’t good enough. Candidates must have a strong desire to not only start new projects, but take them to completion, often under timelines that would be difficult for mortals. A Senior Developer must leave any coding dogmas at home and be willing to jump into projects in languages that are unfamiliar with joy. An eagerness to learn must an understatement. While we don’t have a set development “stack,” we often work from backend to frontend in PHP, Ruby, Laravel, Rails, React, Vue, and SASS. We don’t believe in a “best” stack, just better stacks. WORK is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all of our badass co-horts. We firmly believe that our work isn’t at its best unless all of our employees, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability have equal opportunities to do great work.

Project managers at WORKlove are driven to take ownership of projects from origination and carry them through to final deliverables with efficiency and expediency. They are able to effectively manage client expectations, budgets, and schedules. Effective communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and competency is key. Our project managers work closely with design and development teams and ensure that WORKlove is producing its best work. They are strong, team-oriented individuals with a drive to turn out amazing and beautiful products. We are looking for experienced individuals who can hit the ground running with confidence. We are looking for project managers who have an understanding of web development and design projects and social media. WORKlove is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all of our badass cohorts. We firmly believe that our work isn’t at its best unless all of our employees, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability have equal opportunities to do great work.

Senior Frontend Developers at WORKlove understand and anticipate the needs and concerns of their team members and clients to create best-in-class digital products. Good enough just isn’t good enough. Candidates must have a strong desire to not only start new projects, but take them to completion, often under timelines that would be difficult for mortals. A Senior Frontend Developer must leave any coding dogmas at home and be willing to jump into projects in frontend technologies that are unfamiliar with joy. An eagerness to learn is a must. While we don’t have a set development “stack,” we often work in React, Vue, and SASS. Experience with Redux and Vuex is a major plus. We don’t believe in a “best” stack, just better stacks. WORKlove is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all of our badass co-horts. We firmly believe that our work isn’t at its best unless all of our employees, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability have equal opportunities to do great work.

Dillard’s is looking for an energetic .NET application developer to fill a position on the Merchandising Planning team. This individual will develop and maintain desktop applications  for Dillard's Merchandising systems. Roles and Responsibilities Responsible for delivering software to solve the business needs of the retail environment Develop and maintain applications primarily written in VB.NET Responsible for researching problems, making accurate code changes in a timely manner, testing all changes, and then following up to ensure the desired results are achieved Required to learn the business environment and work closely with User Services to develop the best possible system for the end-user Required to work a schedule driven project list as well as handle interruptions in a timely and effective manner Required to participate in on-call duty rotation High level of attendance is required as an essential function of this job Required Skills Authorization to work in the United States without Sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR Three+ years of experience in programming in VB.NET, C#, or any OO type language Experience with Visual Studio, TFS, and DB2 Well-developed research and testing skills Communication and professionalism are a must as you will be working with upper management, sometimes directly with VP’s Work well under pressure, grasp new ideas quickly and be able to thrive in a dynamic and diverse environment Highly motivated team player, willing to work well in a group environment as well as function independently Desired Skills Knowledge and experience with the following: Visual Studio 2015 Enterprise Edition, ADO.NET, ASP.NET Web Services, IIS, FarPoint, Unit Testing, XML, MongoDB, JSON, QMF, COBOL, CICS, JCL, Changeman, ServiceNow

Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion apparel, cosmetics and home furnishings retailers with annual sales exceeding $6.3 billion. The Company focuses on delivering maximum fashion and value to its shoppers by offering compelling selections complemented by exceptional customer care. The Company comprises of nearly 300 stores, spanning 29 states, all operating with one name - Dillard's. At Dillard’s, the Business Intelligence (BI) Technical Architect is responsible for defining the technical strategy for the Dillard’s Data Warehouse projects.  You will also administer database implementations running on AIX, Linux and potentially other platforms, supporting in-house and third party applications.   ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES Work with business analysts, end-users, BI analysts -- data modelers, database architects, BI ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) team and DBA’s -- to support our evolving business intelligence endeavors Collaborate with Infrastructure architects, network engineers and application development teams on implementations and integration Partner with the Information Security team to ensure the protection of sensitive data during transmission, storage & consumption Define the technical strategy for the Data Warehouse in alignment with the Dillard’s corporate strategy Establish, implement and maintain the Data Warehouse architecture including technical infrastructure (hardware, software, and network) as well as supporting processes Assist hardware and software support specialists with environment capacity and capacity planning Stay current on knowledge of products and tools Understand system design and element dependencies Be knowledgeable of industry best practices for BI and be responsible for training others on best practices Play an integral role in the determination of SLAs (Service Level Agreements) for data acquisition, queries, overall response time, etc. Play an integral role in the design and development of the overall system architecture Coordinate, maintain and test DR (Disaster Recovery) scenarios for the software stack Document DR plans and procedures Work with the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) Manager and Standards Coordinator on establishing EDW standards and governance rules Participate in an on-call rotation   REQUIRED SKILLS Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR 4 year degree in Information Systems or equivalent combination of relevant certifications and field experience 3 to 5 years database experience In depth understanding of Teradata database technologies Working knowledge of all the tools in the BI ecosystem Advanced knowledge of various database technologies, *ix based operating systems and storage Various scripting skills such as KSH, Perl and Python Advanced understanding of Enterprise networks Programming language skills a plus Ability to work collaboratively across teams Well-developed business process analytical and technical writing skills Strong interpersonal and written communication skills Excellent team building skills Highly motivated with an attention to detail Strong problem solving skills

Company BOND.AI is a venture-backed, award winning startup that is hyper-personalizing the digital experience for banks through Human Centered AI. What makes this opportunity unique?  You’ll be helping lead the data science efforts for one of the most innovative AI companies in the world! Role You’ll use your mathematical, statistical and programmatic knowledge to define the strategy & roadmap for a deep learning framework. You’ll leverage your experience in predictive modeling, statistics, machine learning, data mining and other data analysis techniques to collect, explore and extract insights from structured and unstructured data. You’ll get to work independently and collaboratively throughout the complete project lifecycle including data extraction/preparation, design and implementation of scalable machine learning analysis and solutions, and documentation of results. Skills / Knowledge Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Operation Research, and Statistics or equivalent expertise. Expertise and experience in data extraction, data-driven statistical modeling, analysis and supervised learning. Experience in cloud services (i.e. Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, IBM and Google Cloud), big data technologies (i.e. Hadoop, HBase, Lucene/Solr), analytics packages (i.e. R, Mahout, Matlab, Octave, Weka), scripting languages (i.e. Python, Perl), programming languages (i.e. Java, C/C++, SQL), deep learning frameworks (i.e. Tensorflow, Torch, Theano, Caffe). Experience in Machine Learning APIs, frameworks, and AI tools. Experience in using Big Data, business intelligence tools such as Tableau, data lakes, Hadoop, and Spark. Desired – Skills / Knowledge Experience with large data sets. Knowledge of No-SQL such as MongoDB, relational databases, unstructured data. Experience in distributed streaming platform such as Kafka, distributed programming is highly recommended. Experience with Amazon Athena a plus. Ability to explain complex statistical concepts to non-experts and business. Ability to build and evaluate predictive models.

Company BOND.AI is a venture-backed, award winning startup that is hyper-personalizing the digital experience for banks through Human Centered AI. What makes this opportunity unique?  You’ll be leading the data science efforts for one of the most innovative AI companies in the world! Role You’ll use your mathematical, statistical and programmatic knowledge to define the strategy & roadmap for a deep learning framework. You’ll leverage your experience in predictive modeling, statistics, machine learning, data mining and other data analysis techniques to collect, explore and extract insights from structured and unstructured data. You’ll get to work independently and collaboratively throughout the complete project lifecycle including data extraction/preparation, design and implementation of scalable machine learning analysis and solutions, and documentation of results. Skills / Knowledge Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Operation Research, and Statistics or equivalent expertise. Expertise and experience in data extraction, data-driven statistical modeling, analysis and supervised learning. Experience in cloud services (i.e. Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, IBM and Google Cloud), big data technologies (i.e. Hadoop, HBase, Lucene/Solr), analytics packages (i.e. R, Mahout, Matlab, Octave, Weka), scripting languages (i.e. Python, Perl), programming languages (i.e. Java, C/C++, SQL), deep learning frameworks (i.e. Tensorflow, Torch, Theano, Caffe). Experience in Machine Learning APIs, frameworks, and AI tools. Experience in using Big Data, business intelligence tools such as Tableau, data lakes, Hadoop, and Spark. Desired – Skills / Knowledge Experience with large data sets. Knowledge of No-SQL such as MongoDB, relational databases, unstructured data. Experience in distributed streaming platform such as Kafka, distributed programming is highly recommended. Experience with Amazon Athena a plus. Ability to explain complex statistical concepts to non-experts and business. Ability to build and evaluate predictive models.

Company Introduction Vocool is a Little Rock-based technology company, pioneering voice-driven business applications aimed at allowing workers to be more productive while on-the-go. The technology provides business intelligence and process automation through time-saving and convenient conversational interfaces. Vocool's technology offers integrations with popular cloud software, proprietary data sources and platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and others to deliver a unique competitive advantage to innovative business teams. The name “Vocool” (pronounced as “Vocal”) is a nod to the way users interact with our applications using their voice. Job Description We are seeking a Software Engineer responsible for assisting in the development of applications for Vocool clients, as well as our own internally conceived projects. Your primary focus will be the design and development of Node.js microservices, leveraging cloud Function-as-a-Service providers  (AWS, Google Cloud). How We Hire We prioritize collaboration, curiosity and hustle. As an innovation-focused company, we are continually navigating into uncharted territory. We believe our success is dependent on building value in areas that we are currently unfamiliar, with skills that we may not possess. As a result, much of our energy is spent identifying and prioritizing what we do not yet know, understanding what it takes to do those things well, then working relentlessly to integrate those learnings into practice. We refer to this as a “growth mindset”. To thrive at Vocool, you are confident in yourself and the unique expertise you bring to the team. You are also humble and self-aware enough to identify what you do not know.  If you can demonstrate these qualities, you’re likely a great fit. Responsibilities Create and manage REST APIs using AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway and DynamoDB. Participate in system design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and support Provide analysis of problems and recommend solutions Develop voice applications using Node.js for platforms including Alexa, Google Assistant, as well as Vocool’s Konrad platform. Skills and Qualifications Experience in designing and developing web services using REST and JSON Experience with AWS, Node.js and the Serverless Framework Foundational understanding of computer science principles Familiarity with core topics including Natural Language Processing (NLP), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), Natural Language Generation (NLG), Speech Synthesis (text-to-speech), Transcription (speech-to-text). Soft Skills Strong communication skills with a track record of working with and collaborating with teams Demonstrates a high degree of respect for others and oneself. Must possess the ability to handle multiple ongoing assignments and be able to work independently in addition to contributing as part of a highly collaborative team Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to break down and communicate complex issues, ideas and solutions Be able to create and articulate design / implementation options and tradeoff to peers, tech leads, and management Ability to clearly document application designs and the related management and support procedures Ability to quickly ramp-up on new / emerging technologies as required

Part Time Transmission Construction Assistant Analyst PP&D/Power Delivery Little Rock, AR, USA Part Time An Assistant Analyst provides support in procurement, contract preparation, records management, and other miscellaneous activities for the Power Delivery Transmission Construction Department. In this position, you will be given the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and continuing to strive to push our company and our mission forward. Responsibilities Assists with procurement services related to purchase of equipment, material, tools and construction services. This includes, but is not limited to, preparing requests for quotations, creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders, monitoring/reporting delivery status, and processing invoices. Assists with the preparation and administration of construction and maintenance contracts, under supervision of Transmission Construction Manager Creates Excel spreadsheets and/or Word documents to assist team members with items such as equipment specifications, bid evaluations, tool/equipment tracking, schedules, etc. Assists with department CCMS records management. Assists with project status monitoring/reporting, including updating schedules and action item lists, soliciting status updates from team members, and preparing materials for project meetings. Assists other Power Delivery Departments/Districts, as needed.  Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Enrolled in a University and in pursuit of a degree such as Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Operations, Construction Management or similar related field. Valid Driver’s License Ability to work an estimated 20 hours per week Preferred Qualifications At least 1 year of relevant experience   EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days,but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Dillard’s is looking for a Front End Developer who is passionate about technology-based problem-solving for our users. You should have the ability to leverage FED best practices to build applications that mitigate risk, increase process efficiency, and decrease training and support costs. Do you thrive in a collaborative environment? Do you feel comfortable working with Business Analysts to uncover inefficiencies hidden in business logic? Can you translate those findings into screen interactions to make users more efficient? Do you eat, sleep, and breathe JavaScript? If so, check us out! REQUIRED SKILLS Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship Ability to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters in Little Rock, AR 2+ years of experience as a Front End Developer, UX Designer, or similar role Bachelor’s degree in related field Advanced HTML/CSS, CSS Preprocessors, and JavaScript skills Experience with JavaScript frameworks Comfortable with team brainstorming DESIRED SKILLS Experience with Agile methodology Paired-programming experience Experience writing Angular applications using Typescript