Since
2001, Mobile Planet has been creating, hosting and managing mobile value added
services.
We
have fostered a culture where everyone works together and as a result, we have
created a sleek, energetic and dynamic team that lives one of our core values;
Be the Best-Ever!
As
part of MPI’s diversification program and in line with the promotion of
equality we are encouraging qualified women to apply for the following
positions:
Systems Administrator
- Reports
to HOD Systems and Support
Responsibilities
- Manage
all call centre on site and remote IT technical support and network
administration for our customers and within the organization, with
responsibility for the full life cycle of incidents and problems.
Key
Tasks
- Manage
all Implementation fixes and solutions where appropriate, either via
discussing directly with customer, via calls/SMS, email, remote control or
on site.
- Manage
the administration of customer networks as part of managed services
provision.
- Overall
in charge of ensuring that all internal systems within the
organization/departments as required are properly updated, supported,
backed-up and managed.
- Setup
and analyze performance of applications in the production environment and
report any recurring problems to the development team.
Skills
and Experience
- B.Sc
in CS/IT or related field or equivalent experience.
- Administer
Linux, *BSD servers and Configure and maintain networking equipment:
firewalls, routers, managed switches.
- Administer
services including: Apache, LDAP, SAMBA, Postfix, MySQL, subversion,
Astericks etc
- Database
administration, preferably MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- Fluent
in a scripting language (preferably Perl/Python).
- Extensive
experience with TCP/IP networking and common network protocols.
- CISCO
qualification(s) would be desirable, however knowledge, interest and
awareness of CISCO products is essential.
- Awareness
of SMPP and Astericks IVR implementation would be a benefit.
- Excellent
analytical and troubleshooting skills. Time management and task
prioritization skills. The ability to work under pressure is a necessity.
- Excellent
interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to generate
strong and lasting relationships with our customers.
- Ability
to work ¡n a team, willingness to consult and also have the confidence to
make decisions.
- Driving
license and valid passport required.
Software Engineer
- Reports
to HOD Software Development
Responsibilities
- To
develop software applications as assigned.
Key
Tasks
- Collaborate
with customers and teams to deliver software.
- Work
with internal teams to improve software quality and deliver new features.
Skills
and Experience
- B.Sc
in Computer Science or equivalent.
- 3-5
years of work experience.
- Excellent
programming skills in Java, Python & PHP.
- Knowledge
of C/C++ a bonus.
- Good
understanding of common network protocols.
- Knowledge
of telecommunication protocols ¡s a plus.
- Good
knowledge of Linux/Unix.
- Ability
to work well in a team environment.
- Strong
written and oral communication skills.
- Good
knowledge of database technologies and methodologies.
- Good
knowledge of web standards and CSS-based design.
- Experience
with Android development and Javascript a plus.
Web Designer
Reports
to HOD Software Development
Responsibilities
- Design
and implementation of layouts for mobile and web applications for Mobile
Planet Ltd.
Key
Task
- Design
wireframes, develop mock-ups and create prototypes for mobile and web
applications.
Skills
and Experience
- At
least 5 years of professional experience in web design.
- An
online portfolio of work that indicates a good knowledge of design
principles, typography and colour theory.
- Good
understanding of IA/Ul/UX/interface design.
- Working
knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office/Open Office.
- Understanding
of and experience with interface, mobile and user-centered design.
- An
advanced understanding of HTML/CSS and a working knowledge of the Django
framework.
- Working
knowledge of ¡Query and other visually-related JavaScript tools.
- Knowledge
of SEO, SEM with online advertising experience.
- Independent,
passionate and responsible with good communication skills.
Application
Procedure:
Applicants should email their application indicating which position they are
applying for, failure to do this will result in disqualification.
Applicants
are also required to attach a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter indicating
why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of
three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities to
a Search Committee.
Only
successful candidates will be contacted.
All
communication relating to applications for these positions should be sent to:
jobs@mobileplanet.co.ke
Applications
should be received by 5pm on May 07, 2012.