TextDigger, Inc. is an artificial intelligence software developer focusing on advanced information retrieval services for the Web. Spun off of CNET, we are a San Jose-based start-up offering a unique semantic search service for the Web. Our technology looks at the context and relationships of all the words in a user query and then gathers similar words which should be included for optimal search results. From this process, our search tool learns from its users how to judge meanings for future searches. For our media and content partners, this service greatly enhances their users experience by increasing the accuracy of site search results, thereby maximizing potential revenue from premium content and targeted advertising. Our investors include CNET Networks and several private investors.

Location: San Jose, CA


Job Id #801 - Software Engineer

Requirements:
  • BS or higher in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Several years of commercial software development experience.
  • Proficiency in the Unix environment, C++ development (including STL), database programming, and web development. Linux, GNU C++, MySQL, CGI, and CVS experience preferred.
  • Passion for problem solving.
  • Good oral and written English skills.
  • Experience with artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, information retrieval, knowledge representation, data mining, distributed systems, and/or network programming a plus.


Job Id #701 - Lexicographer

Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree or higher, related to Information Science or to the Human Sciences
  • Several years of experience in either lexicography or linguistic software
  • Proficiency in logic and grammar
  • Passion for conceptual analysis
  • Good oral and written English skills
  • Experience with artificial intelligence, formal ontology, natural language processing, information retrieval, knowledge representation, and/or semantic technology a plus.


Job Id #601 - Knowledge - Engineer

Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree or higher, related to Information Science or to the Human Sciences
  • Proven ability in either knowledge representation or first-order logic
  • Proficiency in English grammar
  • Passion for applied artificial intelligence
  • Good oral and written English skills
  • Experience with formal ontology, natural language processing, information retrieval, and/or semantic technology a plus.


Job Id #901 - Associate Software Engineer

Requirements:
  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
  • At least 1 year commercial software development experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in the Unix environment, C++ development (including STL), database programming, and web development. Linux, GNU C++, MySQL, CGI, and CVS experience preferred.
  • Good oral and written English skills.


Job Id #1001 - Associate Research Scientist

Requirements:
  • Ph.D. or A.B.D. in a field related to cognitive science
  • At least 1 year commercial software development experience preferred
  • Proficiency in an object-oriented programming language and web-related applications or tools
  • Competence in semantics, linguistics, logic or other language-related discipline
  • Excellent oral and written English skills
  • Proven ability to innovate in the area of AI and to design working software prototypes or demos

A.B.D. applicants must submit their dissertation advisor's recommendation letter.



Job Id #1101 - Vice President of Business Development

We are looking for an experienced Vice President of Business Development. In this role, the successful candidate will establish and build relationships from the prospect stage through closing stage with media and content companies, thereby driving revenue creation in new accounts for the company. This person will also be an evangelist for the organization, will build a solid pipeline of prospects and customers, and will work closely with the team to ensure successful sales and implementation.

Responsibilities will include:
  • Generating and cultivating relationships with large, high-volume media and content customers and partners
  • Working closely with the CEO to structure, negotiate, and close recurring service and revenue sharing deals
  • Lead the development of proposals, keeping the team on track to meet the needs of the prospect
  • Develop, maintain and update sales pipeline reports to track progress of all activities
  • Designing and managing technical demonstrations
  • Assist in the definition and execution of a marketing campaign, lead generation, and sales plan to acquire new customers
  • Working with Product Management and Marketing to design and maintain sales tools for the Business Development team
Skill set and previous experience should include:
  • 5+ years of Business Development/Sales experience selling value-added tools or services to large content, media and publishing sites
  • Proven record of success with demonstrated, consistent performance above quota
  • Strong understanding of web services and/or ASP recurring-revenue model
  • Knowledge of search and on-line advertising preferred
  • Highly developed prospecting, presentation and conceptual/consultative selling skills at the executive level
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of client management
  • Strong presentation and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Start-up experience a plus

Extensive travel will be required in this position.


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