Specialist - Digital Platforms. Technology Information at MTN

Qualifications

• Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)

Education:

• 3+ year Degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
• B.Sc. Computer Science or BEng (Electronic), or related education

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-6 years’ experience in area of specialization
• Experience in Continuous Integration/Delivery
• Proficient in development languages
• Proficient in Mobile Application development
• Experience working in a medium to large organization 
• Seasoned developer or technical lead with deep insight into newest technologies
• and trends, Java/JVM, and nice to have experience with functional programming (Scala)
• Experience in developing and scaling high-quality eCommerce tech platforms in cross-functional product teams
• Experience in Agile Development, with specific to a technology lead or expert
• Experience managing technical priorities within the Backlog
• Experience working directly for or with digital platforms and vendors in the service delivery space as well as mobile advertising in a telecommunication environment;
• VAS and Digital systems experience/ interaction; 
• Solid understanding of networking and IP;
• OSI layer understanding and drawing parallels to current applications;

Systems analysis and design;

• Virtualization and cloud experience are advantageous but not essential – on the job training will be available;
• At least 2+ years programming and analytics experience in the BI environment;
• Good understanding of all aspects of BI and Information Management processes;
• Project management and business optimization experience would be advantageous;
• Exposure to managing external vendor/supplier relationships and service level agreements;
• Track record of self-development and improvement

Technical Skills:

• Seen as an expert within the technical components of the applications / domains / products / journeys 
• Can make architecture and design decisions at an application and product level
• Deep tech knowledge around platform architecture, frontend and backend frameworks and cloud; experience in coaching teams
• Understands relationship with Product Owner, Scrum Master, Design Lead  and rest of technical team
• Strong communication skills with ability to align the organization on complex technical decisions
• Active coach and mentor whose goals are to grow and maximize the team’s potential
• High energy and passionate individual who inspires teammates to reach their maximum potential
• Excited about trying new solutions outside standard approved
• Embraces a culture of trust, free thought complete transparency
• Brave and rebellious, willing to challenge status quo
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts and align organization on decisions
• Sound problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply
• Utilizes team collaboration to create innovative solutions efficiently
• Basic scripting skills in any/ all the following: -- Perl, Python, SQL, Linux/Unix Shells, Office 365;
• Good database skills (SQL in particular) – Oracle preferable, but others such as MySQL are fine;

Unix Scripting;

• Good document writing skills with the ability to map out user stories, used cases in a detailed, yet clear and concise manner in the context of doing Systems Analysis and design;
• Good record keeping skills with the ability to clearly map out System Procedures in a detailed, yet clear and concise manner;
• Advantageous – Understanding of SS7, SIGTRAN, SIP;
• Some working knowledge of hardware and concepts such as EOL, EOS;
• Advanced Analytics and working with Big Data;
• Data Visualization (tools such as Power BI, Tableau etc.);
• Data Science (Machine Learning Models)

Competencies:
Head - Big Picture Focus (20)

• Conceptual Thinker - Executes tactical plans to achieve strategic requirements.
• Problem Solver - Has the mental agility to identify and solve relevant business challenges.
• Improvement Driver - Executes and identifies opportunities for commercial innovation and continuous improvement.

Heart – Emotionally Intelligent (30)

• Culture and Change Champion - Role models practices by living the MTN values and vital behaviours for others to follow.
• Supportive People Manager - Is self-aware and supports team capability development through opportunity creation for realizing potential.
• Relationship Manager - Builds professional networks across teams through collaboration and co-operation.

Hands – Results Focused (50)

• Results Achiever - Produces sustainable business results. 
• Operationally Astute - Sets priorities, plans, organises and co-ordinates the work of others.  
• You will be working with in a high paced field as demanded by a high paced industry and leading telecommunications provider, which aims to bring out the best in everything we do and deliver. The need to continuously improve one's practical and theoretical skill sets will be paramount to both the team and organizational success. 
• The ideal candidate is constructive, a realistic dreamer and innovator. They constantly seek the best solutions to the hardest problems and pursues them avidly. And most importantly, want to enjoy delivery and be proud of your accomplishments, as it does have a broad impact for the company and customers, at the end of the day.

Others:

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Complex Reasoning
• Cooperativeness
• Creativity
• Customer Centricity
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Open Communication
• Optimism
• Realistic Thinking
• Reflective
• Risk Taking
• Sense of Purpose
• Socioemotional Intelligence
• Team Orientation
• Trust & Transparency