Our client, a leading provider of infrastructure-based Telecommunications, ISP & IP Telephony, and other Information Technology services here in Nigeria, requires the services of suitably qualified candidates for employment to fill the following positions. Opportunities are very bright and forward looking for successful candidates. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

[1]. Job Title: Head, IT Platform services
Job Type: Permanent
Required Experience: 6 years in Telecoms/ IT environment
Age: Not more than 35 years
Minimum Qualification:
A minimum of A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Engineering, Information Technology or Computer Science. Second Class Upper (2.1)
Systems Administrative role in Linux environment

Responsibilities:

  • Linux administration
  • Analyse and prioritise developments, outline opportunities and ensure a pro-active and innovative approach to our work
  • Enhance BSS/OSS Services
  • Continue strategic approach, innovation and best practices in the use of technology and IT
  • Lead and manage technical team with clear structure and processes for the department
  • Utilise project management methodology and agile software practices, where appropriate, to enhance business communication and to provide user scenarios for developments
  • Oversee out-sourced software development relationships, development and delivery
  • Work with other departments within the organisation to get maximum return.


Required Skills:

  • Knowledge of LANs, WANs, Virtualization, TCP/IP, Routing, SANs, Network design, firewalls, Directory Services, encryption technologies, system monitoring and management.
  • Linux administration
  • Knowledge of best practices for improving and enhancing BSS/OSS services
  • Working knowledge of open source Free side (BSS/OSS) , Free Radius(Triple A) and MySQL (Relational Database Management System)
  • Experience with scripting, installation and migration concepts – in Bash, Perl.
  • Capacity to write scripts for system automation.
  • Ability to document and implement processes to increase efficiency, productivity, reliability and scalability.


Deadline: 7th October 2013


[2]. Job Title: Data Centre Operator
Job Type: Permanent
Required Experience: Familiarity with HVAC Systems or other physical infrastructure
Previous years of experience working in data centres or similar IT environment
Age: Not more than 28 years
Minimum Qualification:
A minimum of A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, communications Technology, facility management or related field,.
Second Class Upper (2.1)

Responsibilities:

  • Build, upgrade and configure custom ordered servers spanning several different platforms and configurations
  • Monitor, troubleshoot and repair upgrade and downgrade servers with hardware and network problems
  • Monitor all Electrical, Mechanical and Emergency Generator systems and report as appropriate. Routine up keeping and cleaning
  • Escalate tickets as needed and collaborate with teammates to resolve customer issues


Required Skills:

  • Expertise in current techniques and capabilities of data centres
  • Supporting infrastructure including but not limited to Utility and Emergency Power
  • Generation and Distribution, HVAC, Smoke and Fire Detection and Suppression
  • Data Storage Infrastructure with a focus in energy efficiency, space utilization, reliability and uptime


Deadline: 7th October 2013


[3]. Job Title: System Administrator
Job Type: Permanent
Required Experience: Systems Administrative role in Linux environment. Previous years of experience working in ISP environment
Age: Not more than 28 years
Minimum Qualification:
A minimum of A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, communications Technology, facility management or related field,.
Second Class Upper (2.1)

Responsibilities:

  • Support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.
  • Maintain system efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot problems reported by users.
  • Maintain network and system security.
  • Monitor networks to ensure security and availability to specific users.
  • Maintain integrity of the network, server deployment, and security.
  • Ensure network connectivity throughout a company's LAN/WAN infrastructure is on par with technical considerations.
  • Maintain network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of personal computers as well as printers.
  • Maintain network servers such as file servers, VPN gateways and intrusion detection systems.
  • Administer servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, phones, personal digital assistants, smartphones, software deployment, security updates and patches


Required Skills:

  • Linux, Windows Server (2008 & 2003), Solaris administration experience necessary,
  • Experience supporting a high traffic customer facing website infrastructure
  • Experience administering and troubleshooting load balancing appliances in a production environment
  • Virtual Infrastructure administration experience with KVM or VMware highly desired. Storage Area Network administration Experience a plus
  • Working knowledge of open source CPanel (website admin panel) and MySQL (Relational Database Management System)
  • Experience with scripting, installation and migration concepts – in Bash, Perl.


Deadline: 7th October 2013


[4]. Job Title: Web/Mobile App Developer
Job Type: Permanent
Required Experience: 3 – 4 years in related field
Age: Not more than 28 years
Minimum Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or any related field, Second Class Upper (2.1)

Responsibilities:

  • Develop applications, using PHP, MySQL etc.
  • Link Web-based applications to data bases using PHP, Perl, Java and Python
  • Work with MVC architecture development
  • Test websites and identify technical problems
  • Convert raw images from graphic designer into CSS/XML themes
  • Determine appropriate architecture and other technical solutions and make relevant recommendations.


Required Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience developing applications using PHP, MySQL etc.
  • Ability to learn new programming languages.
  • Experience linking Web-based applications to databases using PHP, Perl, Java and Python;
  • Experience working with MVC architecture development using existing frameworks such as Zend, Ruby on Rails
  • Knowledge of software development process, quality control, and impact assessment
  • Experience with user experience software development using JavaScript including libraries such as JQuery and/or Prototype, XML, CSS3.0 (with dynamic, responsive web design with mobile devices), and other related UI technologies (HTML5, Flash)
  • Demonstrated knowledge in mobile platforms, internet technologies and user interface
  • Experience working in a multi-platform (LINUX, Mac-OS and Windows) environment.
  • Experience working with version control systems (Subversion, Git).


Deadline: 7th October 2013


[5]. Job Title: Internal User Support Desk
Job Type: Permanent
Required Experience: 3 – 4 years in related field
Age: Not more than 28 years
Minimum Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or any related field, Second Class Upper (2.1)

Responsibilities:

  • Resolve computer support problems
  • Perform HD expeditor functions as assigned
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of HD supported products and services
  • Provide accurate and timely logging of problems and resolutions
  • Act as liaison between customers and internal support staff to assure accurate problem interpretation
  • Utilize superior customer service skills
  • provide helpdesk support and resolve problems to the end user’s satisfaction
  • Monitor and respond quickly and effectively to requests received through the IT helpdesk
  • Monitor Service Desk for tickets assigned to the queue and process first-in first-out based on priority
  • Document internal procedures
  • Assist with on boarding of new users
  • Manage PC setup and deployment for new employees using standard hardware, images and software
  • Perform timely workstation hardware and software upgrades as required


Required Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Ability to function well under pressure
  • Knowledge of IT products and services
  • Ability to work in the support desk/ help desk (HD) environment
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on projects


Deadline: 7th October 2013


How to Apply:

Qualified and interested candidates should:

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