Safaricom OSS Database Engineer Job Vacancy in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Network Operations and Support within the Technical Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

OSS Database Engineer
Ref: TECHNICAL_OSSDE_JUNE_10

Reporting to the Senior Manager OSS, the holder of the position will design, develop and maintain of databases in use by Technical Division.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure system and service availability for all the OSS Databases and implement cost reduction initiatives based on departmental OPEX;
  • Automation of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and reports;
  • Development of systems/tools for design and planning of the telecommunication network;
  • Ensure that new installations and configuration changes are implemented to set standards;
  • Perform successful on fault clearance within the time period set from arrival on site;
  • Conduct quality initiatives, implement, measure, review security system and document;
  • Perform frequent proactive fault identification;
Minimum requirements
  • University Degree in Computer Science, IT or Engineering;
  • At least 3 Years experience on a busy IT environment on databases;
  • 3 Years minimum hands-on experience in software development and database administration.
  • CCNA/CCNP/CCDA/MSCE desired;
  • Certification and knowledge of UNIX based systems (e.g. HP-UX, AIX, Solaris, and Linux);
  • Databases: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL;
  • Programming Languages: VB .Net (Advanced), Perl, PHP;
  • Technical skills required :UNIX (Advanced), SQL (Advanced), UNIX Scripting
  • Oracle Database Certification and GSM Knowledge will be an added advantage;
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is 23rd July 2010.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke