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<p>This topic sounds interesting, I encourage those looking to check
it out.</p>
<p>In the spirit of Saturday reflections on how people are part of
systems around us, can I explicitly write what I think is assumed
but isn't passed in an explicit Pythonian style. As tech people
ourselves we may do copy-pasting of human-related parts, prompting
a need to revisit (refactoring?).<br>
</p>
<div class="moz-cite-prefix">On 2022-05-20 16:46, Tom Tessier wrote:<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Hello
All,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Solara
Remote Data Delivery Incorporated (Solara) is seeking a
Telecommunications Data System Manager with a passion for
satellites and space. As lead of our Systems Operations team,
you will maintain and further develop a leading-edge hybrid
satellite and cellular communication network that will
transform the way satellite communications is used today.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">This
position requires someone familiar with the secure operation
and application development methodology of Linux/UNIX server
systems, that thrives in a dynamic cross-functional
organization that is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is
flexible enough to pivot on new requirements. In a few months
you will also be joining a team flying a space mission.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Join
us, and you will contribute to bringing communications to
unserved areas, changing our world.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Your
main
<b>tasks</b> will be: <o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Taking responsibility over the maintenance and upgrading of
our satellite and cellular SMS message and GPS location
management system.
<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Leading the interfacing of a virtual mobile phone system
(MVNO) to our existing satellite communication system and
others in the future.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Maintaining and expanding our customer experience log-in
account and billing system.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Conducting updates to our online sales web pages.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Maintaining and expanding SQL databases. Design and
management of databases is an integral part of all these
duties.
<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Ensuring the integrity of customer privacy and company
security architecture.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0
level1 lfo1">
Supporting engineering, marketing and administration
personnel in system design and operations as needed.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">You
will have the following
<b>competencies</b>:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l3
level1 lfo2">
Organize your own work plan and schedule in unison with
company Data Systems operational plans, engineering design
support and operational needs of administration and customer
service.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l3
level1 lfo2">
Being the technical authority on the company servers,
communication links and data systems.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l3
level1 lfo2">
Participation in decisions at the systems and operational
levels.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Your
<b>responsibilities</b> will be: <o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Committing to the objectives of Solara.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Adapting your work methods to the agile methodology.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Delivery of work on time and of high quality.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Contributing to cross-functional design, implementation and
verification activities.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Working with contractors and suppliers to ensure timely,
cost-effective and high-quality results.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Supervision of systems employees and interns.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1
level1 lfo3">
Providing inputs to support business level processes and
decisions.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">You
shall have the following
<b>professional qualifications</b>: <o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or
equivalent experience in a similar production environment.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Strong expertise in Linux operating systems and SQL
databases is essential.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Expertise in Perl, Python, Ruby on Rails, Java, Postgresql
and Javascript are preferred.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Demonstrated ability to document systems for testing, review
and troubleshooting.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Strong communication skills for working as part of a
development team with hardware engineers and interfacing
with customers.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Experience in working with machine-to-machine communications
systems and secure interfacing with external systems an
asset.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4
level1 lfo4">
Experience with Microsoft Office suite.</li>
</ul>
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<p>Of course, we comment on personal attitude part as this is what
human brings to otherwise deterministic systems.<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">As
a successful candidate, your
<b>personal attitude</b> will be aligned with the following:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2
level1 lfo5">
You acknowledge that Solara is a leader in giving the world
new ways to communicate that customers depend on for
enjoyment, business continuity and safety, and you are ready
to go the extra mile when needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p>Should this read roughly as """</p>
<p>Many customers depend on us, and when our system screws up, and
you need to spend more effort, you know that it isn't a waste. And
when this happens more than two times, your passion and technical
talent will surface a systematic correction. Its this human
agility we all need, and Solara acknowledges that it should adapt
when a particular rigidity is found to be counter productive.</p>
<p>"""</p>
<p><br>
</p>
<p>Instead, current paragraph induces following reactions:</p>
<p>1) "
You acknowledge that Solara is a leader ..." -- kiss the ring. Sit
flat, we are already the leader. You don't have to think, we are
leader already.<br>
</p>
<p>2) " ... you are ready to go the extra mile when needed." --
you'll patch it with your lifetime and blood, but you acknowledge
that Solara is a leader and you'll keep churning out heroic effort
when needed.<br>
</p>
<p><br>
</p>
<p>Saturday reflections:<br>
</p>
<p>Heroic, extra ordinary, "extra mile" -- is what our systems can't
depend on.<br>
When scrappy startup starts up, they occasionally lean on
miracles. But startup-ing should be viewed as growing up, starting
to be reliable, dependable.<br>
Let's acknowledge that any established company may places where
"extra miles" may creep in: circles. It is always possible to
place an infinite number of miles when you run in circles.
Aforementioned agility is supposed to eliminate such places, or so
we hope.<br>
</p>
<p><br>
</p>
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<li class="MsoNormal"
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level1 lfo5">
You are eager to work with a team that helps one another,
shares thoughts and ideas, and respects one another in our
diversity and unique life experiences.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2
level1 lfo5">
You thrive being part of a team of highly skilled,
experience and efficient teammates.</li>
</ul>
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<p>Should this be with 'd'? "experienced and efficient teammates"<br>
</p>
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<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2
level1 lfo5">
You are a solution-oriented person who can comfortably
manage uncertainty and sees opportunity in risks.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2
level1 lfo5">
You know "perfection" is the enemy of "completed on time and
within specification".</li>
</ul>
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<p>Should this read as:</p>
<p>"""</p>
<p>Perfection can't be used as an excuse to be late. Your talent,
your brain always strives for perfection, and you also perfect
this internal reasoning by including other perspectives to
solutions that we may be tempted to consider in isolation. You are
open-minded in this respect.<br>
</p>
<p>"""<br>
</p>
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<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2
level1 lfo5">
All in all, you want to be part of the future of Solara, the
company that will transform the way satellite and cellular
communications are used today.
</li>
</ul>
</div>
</blockquote>
<p>Should this be followed by a song like this
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqL7Yllgeew">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqL7Yllgeew</a><br>
</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">In
exchange, Solara will offer you a permanent employment
contract with the most flexible work conditions, three weeks
paid leave and an attractive compensation package.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Tom
Tessier, President of Solara, is looking forward to receiving
your resume at: ttessier at solaradata dott com.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Thank
you for your interest! All the best,
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"
style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">-Tom<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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