MTN, a telecommunication firm in Nigeria and some African countries, is currently recruiting for the following position:
Job Title: Application Support Engineer
Department: Information Systems
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
• Develop a sound understanding of the existing software applications and interfaces
• Adhere to all IS Policies and Standards SLA compliance with regards to user support (quick turnaround times on logged calls)
• Setup and execute technical test plans for application change, new deployment and upgrades
• Keep all application documentation updated at all times
• Construct a proactive maintenance cycle per application
• Develop quality code / application components within project timelines
Job Conditions:
• Normal open office planning
• Work within a multicultural, diverse and dynamic start-up environment.
• Projects and constraints will require overtime and weekend work
Reporting To: Team Lead, IS Applications
Employment Status: Permanent
Required Skills:
• Broad knowledge base of application development using an array of application development tools Application development lifecycles
• User Requirements analysis standards and methods
• Active participation in the planning of application changes/upgrade/deployment
Qualification:
• B.sc Computer Science or related field from a reputable institution
• At least 4 years work experience including 2 years practical experience as a software developer
• Application development and support experience in the Telecommunications sector Exposure to typical Mobile Telecommunications applications
Deadline: 18 July 2011.
For more information and online application: Careers at MTN Nigeria (http://careers.mtnonline.com/vacancies.asp?deptid=7&id=1669)
It is advisable to submit your application before the deadline. If you need further information, please post below. Good luck!