[nzlug] America's Cup Job

[Mathew Carley]

I'm heading back in that direction in a later in the month, I think... 
I'll be in Hong Kong for a week from 15/9, after that, I fly back to 
Helsinki, but flights to Bordeaux, Madrid or Barcelona aren't hard to 
come by... if not me, then I have a friend/partner in Nice (American) 
who I know would be keen.

I already speak a little Spanish, have permits for Finland (makes 
changing to Spain a little faster)...

Mathew

James Spooner wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Apologies for the non-technical nature (and cross posting) of this post.
>
> I'm trying to find someone to take over my role here in Valencia,
> Spain for the next America's Cup.
>
> This position is due to start in October.
>
> The job would suit an all-rounder with both hardware and software
> experience - as well as the ability to get their 'hands dirty' working
> on buoys and boats and things.
>
> Degree / Experience:
>
> 2-4 years working in a real job, with a real boss.
> BSc or similar degree in software or electronics engineering.
>
> Here's a tech rundown:
>
> * Ruby, VB, C, C++, Bash, SQL, Java
> * Subversion and Trac
> * Ubuntu/Debian Linux and Windows 2003 Server
> * Word and Excel etc.
> * RS232, RS422, Ethernet and 802.11B/G
> * Some cabling and soldering work
> * Documentation (yes - I know)
>
> And in general:
>
> You will need to be comfortable working on the water and ideally have
> an interest  in sailing and boats.
> You will most likely learn to aim and maneuver a (real) twin-engined boat.
> You will need to work well under pressure and be comfortable operating
> in a production environment with flexible hours.
> You will like eating Spanish food, taking siestas and being exposed to
> copious amounts of gorgeous women and some pretty impressive parties!
> You will get wet, and will probably get a tan.
>
> This is a great opportunity to learn Spanish, earn some Euros, get a
> visa for Spain and use it as a springboard into continental Europe,
> the UK and Africa.
>
> Not to mention being part of a major international event!
>
> To get an idea of the location, check out:
> http://kant.entronomy.com/~james/office.jpg
>
> If you like the sound of this, email me a CV off-list.
>
> Cheers,
>
> James
>
> --
> James Spooner
> +34 (667) 192 573
>
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