hires stories - Page 31

In the first half of 2013, tech hiring focusses remain steady, with data analysts now a top priority, joining Java developers and mobile devs.

In a 2013 survey of nearly 1,100 tech-focused hiring pros, Dice reveals the year's five lowest-priority hires, from entry-level talent to administrative roles.

NZ Lotteries hires Warren Hughes as CTO to guide technology platform transformation and improve customer experience.

In a bid to coax his son into work, a dad hires gamers to slay his son's video characters, sparking global debate on parenting.

Company hires Grant Samuel & Associates for a strategic review, saying its weak share price leaves the firm vulnerable to a takeover.

Telecom New Zealand appoints ex-Weber Shandwick APAC CEO Andrew Pirie as its new head of communications, handling both external/internal comms and relations.

Plan-b's journey from spare IBM AS400 hires in the 1990s to a national business continuity giant illustrates how innovation can transform operational models.

CA Technologies hires Lourens Strydom as new Channel Account director in New Zealand to strengthen channel relationships.

Director of Partner Strategy across New Zealand made redundant after eight years with the company as the software maker begins internal restructure.

Informatica says Franco Flore's global expertise in channel management will help 'support the channel and foster growth' across the region.

McAfee enhances its team with Craig Nielsen as Senior Director of Channels and Aileen Paterson as National Partner Manager ANZ.

Connector Systems boosts Aussie operations with key hires and expansion, while enriching its tech offering with Sophos and rolling out lucrative promotions.

Distribution Central's MD, Nick Verykios, is set to engage NZ partners in Auckland on May 10 to discuss strategy and new partnerships.

Kiwi IT firms bolster teams with new talent, including notable names from 3D modelling, software development, and disaster recovery.

Riverbed bolsters its ANZ team, primed for growth with new hires and program enhancements to support its expanding channel network.

Mako Networks has appointed Paul Biegel as CFO/COO, joining from Ecopoint. CEO Bill Farmer says Biegel's expertise is crucial for future growth.

Apple highlights its role in US job creation to tackle criticisms of its overseas labour practices, claiming it indirectly supports over 500,000 jobs.

Facing a budget crunch, 43% of NZ ICT employers boost pay to nab top talent, while others settle for second choice amidst soaring salary demands.

Paul Borrud, Facebook's ANZ head, is set to leave after six years, prompting the search for a new leader to drive its local business operations.

Optimizer HQ hires Cornelis Boertjens as chief marketing officer to bolster its brand globally following its recent listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.