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  • Research Scientist

    Research Scientist

    Job Description
    Are you passionate about Africa and using cutting edge technology to solve some of the grand challenges that the continent is facing? If so, and if you are driven, self-motivated and have outstanding problem solving, communication, leadership and inter-personal skills, then you could have a successful career as a research scientist with us. Advances in machine intelligence, digitisation and connectivity allow us to create digitally enhanced environments and to exploit connections between people, devices, built and natural environments, content and services, using adaptive data-driven intelligent systems to solve seemingly intractable problems. We are looking for research scientists to play a key role in developing and applying cutting edge artificial intelligence algorithms to solve real-life challenges across several domains and in so doing make a meaningful difference in the world around us.
    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    At least a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Statistics or related fields
    Excellent software development and coding ability in C++, Python, R, Java, JavaScript, MATLAB or related programming languages
    A solid understanding of the principles of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence and the ability to apply them in various fields
    Ability to perform scientific research based on the scientific method
    Ability to test hypotheses from raw data sets, draw meaningful conclusions, and effectively communicate results verbally, in writing, and through effective visualization.

    Preferred Tech and Prof Experience

    Strong publication record in major international journals and conference proceedings
    At least 2 years’programming experience with strong coding capability in Python and JavaScript
    At least 2 years’experience with machine learning, deep learning, signal and image processing
    Experience with cloud native application platforms, containers and container management
    Experience with Unix-like environments, shell scripting, version control, and service oriented architectures
    Experience with Big Data technology e.g. Hadoop, NoSQL, Spark, Storm, Cassandra etc.

    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

  • Software Engineer Research Scientist

    Software Engineer Research Scientist

    Job Description
    Africa is poised to become a leading source of innovation in a variety of sectors with an expected growth rate of 7% annually over the next 20 years. IBM recognizes the potential impact of research and smarter systems in helping to build Africa’s future, hence the African research lab creates technology applications in a range of industries at the core of Africa’s growth: financial services, education, healthcare, mobility, public safety and utilities. IBM believes that increasing access to healthcare and improving the quality of healthcare is critical to the continent of Africa. We develop and leverage high-end cognitive technologies to develop original and novel solutions to healthcare challenges.
    IBM Research software engineers are evaluated on their technical contributions, ability to collaborate across labs, and leadership. These metrics, in the context of a commercial research lab in an emerging market, create a unique combination of roles and responsibilities for a Software Engineer working in the healthcare domain.
    Skills

    Experience with one or more OOP language (eg. Java, Python, C++)
    Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., postgres, DB2, mongo)
    Experience with at least one front-end framework (e.g., angular, react)
    Mobile Android and iOS development
    Experience building at least one production application
    Experience with agile methodology

    Impact

    Develop technologies, analytics and algorithms in financial inclusion and financial services projects.
    Identify data-driven methods when more traditional approaches are infeasible.
    Transform research insights into real-world systems for use across the continent.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    3 to 5 years of work experience depending on education level. Recent graduates will be considered.
    Knowledgeable of the many tools in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining.
    Strong data structures and algorithm design skills

    Preferred Tech And Prof Experience
    NA

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  • Senior Open Source Software Sales Lead

    Senior Open Source Software Sales Lead

    Job Description
    IBM is looking for a Senior Open Source Software Sales Lead with experience selling high-tech software maintenance offerings and services. In this role, you will work to increase IBM’s open source market share and revenue. You’ll be a key part of our Software Maintenance Field Sales team and work within a defined territory. You’ll be responsible for building new relationships and expanding business with existing customers, as well as all aspects of the sale, including pricing negotiations, contract development, and order fulfillment. As an IBM Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing your opportunities via IBM’s extensive sales tools, and understanding our remote technical support.
    Primary Job Responsibilities

    Sell IBM supported Open Source services in your assigned territory or industry
    Meet quantitative and qualitative performance goals and set high standards for articulation and presentation of key messages and the IBM’s Open Source value proposition
    Meet assigned sales quotas by acquiring new customer accounts and renewing and growing existing relationships
    Call on prospective customers, providing technical and administrative information, demonstrations, and price quotes for our offerings
    Accurately forecast and close sales in alignment with company goals

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    10+ years of sales experience with a demonstrated record of success, preferably in the software or IT industry covering Eastern and Western Africa countries.
    Bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, or other technical discipline
    Intimate knowledge of the Red Hat portfolio, with particular focus on emerging technology products such as JBoss, Ceph Storage, Gluster Storage, Ansible, OpenShift and OpenStack
    Solutions sales experience in an environment with multiple offerings and services; experience with cloud, virtualization, middleware, DevOps, or emerging technologies
    Solid understanding of the complete sales cycle management from prospecting to closing
    Ability to work with the complexities of partner organizational structures and be able to develop strategic relationships with alliance partners
    Excellent communication skills
    Preferred Tech And Prof Experience

    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

  • Communication Manager – Central East & West Africa

    Communication Manager – Central East & West Africa

    Job Description
    Responsible for:

    Coordinating and leveraging relationships with key influencers (primarily media, influencers and analysts) as part of IBM’s market conditioning in East, West and Central Africa,
    Creating and driving a pro-active programmer of external relations initiatives such as media announcements, executive interviews, by-liner article placement etc.
    Managing projects such as press conferences, social media campaigns, thought-leadership events, executive interviews as well as issues management.
    Writing and localizing strategic press materials such as press releases, by-lined articles, speeches and briefing documents which can be leveraged in East, West and Central Africa.
    Maintaining strong personal relationships with key media, analysts and influencers.
    Ensuring activities are in line with IBM’s corporate strategy and vision while benefitting local business growth and leveraging local experience and expertise.
    Ensuring horizontal interlock with the East and West African CGMs, business executives, sales leaders, other support functions etc.
    Ensuring vertical interlock with the IBM External Relations function and ensuring adherence to IBM guidelines and standards.

    Essential skills:

    Advanced media relations skills
    PR in-house or agency, analyst relations or journalism experience
    Team coordination and management skills.
    PR agency management skills.
    Event management skills.
    Advanced writing skills.
    Deep understanding of African business, political, social and cultural issues and ability to translate IBM global themes/messages into locally relevant material.
    Ability to form meaningful relationships with various stakeholder groups.
    Understanding of the application of technology and familiarity with the IT business sector.
    Strong team player, able to work effectively as part of a local team and a large, global enterprise.
    While this person must display a strong degree of independence and pro-activity in order to succeed, he/she must also be also to work in a complex corporate environment and be willing to develop an understanding of and passion for IBM’s global communications strategy, principles and approaches
    As External Relations is a critical discipline of IBM Communications, it is essential that the candidate for this position should possess strong interpersonal, writing and editing skills along with sound organizational abilities. The candidate will work closely with MEA and Global communications specialists, marketing managers, IBM executives, media outlets and analyst organizations to establish a full network of contacts.
    Essential to have strong existing media contacts.
    While this person must display a strong degree of independence and pro-activity in order to succeed, he/she must also be also to work in a complex corporate environment and be willing to develop an understanding of and passion for IBM’s global communications strategy, principles and approaches.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise
    Personal attributes

    Strong interpersonal skills – an energetic and enthusiastic ‘people’ person
    Networking skills – the ability to network effectively and build relationships
    Teaming skills – the ability to be accessible and responsive; be prepared to act as a support for the External Relations discipline and team and/or give assistance on projects, and share information, knowledge and experience with broader communications teams.
    Proactive, productive and results oriented – must be able to take a hands-on approach to projects/programs and see them through to completion.
    Collaborative – works well as part of extended teams – ability to work with colleagues in other countries.
    Service oriented – must be able to execute work quickly and maintain high service levels with an ability to provide value to the business

    Preferred Tech And Prof Experience
    N/A
    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

  • Research Engineer

    Research Engineer

    Job Description
    Africa is poised to become a leading source of innovation in a variety of sectors with an expected growth rate of 7% annually over the next 20 years. IBM recognizes the potential impact of research and smarter systems in helping to build Africa’s future, hence the African research lab creates technology applications in a range of industries at the core of Africa’s growth: financial services, education, healthcare, mobility, public safety and utilities. IBM believes that increasing access to healthcare and improving the quality of healthcare is critical to the continent of Africa. We develop and leverage high-end cognitive technologies to develop original and novel solutions to healthcare challenges.
    IBM Research software engineers are evaluated on their technical contributions, ability to collaborate across labs, and leadership. These metrics, in the context of a commercial research lab in an emerging market, create a unique combination of roles and responsibilities for a Software Engineer working in the healthcare domain.
    Skills:

    Experience with one or more OOP language (eg. Java, Python, C++)
    Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., postgres, DB2, mongo)
    Experience with at least one front-end framework (e.g., angular, react)
    Mobile Android and iOS development
    Experience building at least one production application
    Experience with agile methodology

    Impact:

    Develop technologies, analytics and algorithms in financial inclusion and financial services projects.
    Identify data-driven methods when more traditional approaches are infeasible.
    Transform research insights into real-world systems for use across the continent.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    3 to 5 years of work experience depending on education level. Recent graduates will be considered.
    Knowledgeable of the many tools in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining.
    Strong data structures and algorithm design skills

    Preferred Tech and Prof Experience
    NA
    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
    Preferred Education: Master’s Degree
    Commissionable: No

  • Research Engineer Post Doc- Research Scientist

    Research Engineer Post Doc- Research Scientist

    Job Description
    Africa is poised to become a leading source of innovation in a variety of sectors with an expected growth rate of 7% annually over the next 20 years. IBM recognizes the potential impact of research and smarter systems in helping to build Africa’s future, hence the African research lab creates technology applications in a range of industries at the core of Africa’s growth: financial services, education, healthcare, mobility, public safety and utilities. IBM believes that increasing access to healthcare and improving the quality of healthcare is critical to the continent of Africa. We develop and leverage high-end cognitive technologies to develop original and novel solutions to healthcare challenges.
    IBM Research software engineers are evaluated on their technical contributions, ability to collaborate across labs, and leadership. These metrics, in the context of a commercial research lab in an emerging market, create a unique combination of roles and responsibilities for a Software Engineer working in the healthcare domain.
    Skills:

    Experience with one or more OOP language (eg. Java, Python, C++)
    Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., postgres, DB2, mongo)
    Experience with at least one front-end framework (e.g., angular, react)
    Mobile Android and iOS development
    Experience building at least one production application
    Experience with agile methodology Impact:
    Develop technologies, analytics and algorithms in financial inclusion and financial services projects.
    Identify data-driven methods when more traditional approaches are infeasible.
    Transform research insights into real-world systems for use across the continent.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    3 to 5 years of work experience depending on education level. Recent graduates will be considered.
    Knowledgeable of the many tools in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining.
    Strong data structures and algorithm design skills

    Preferred Tech and Prof Experience
    NA
    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
    Preferred Education:
    Master’s Degree
    Commissionable:
    No

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  • Channel Sales Executive

    Channel Sales Executive

    Job Description
    This role focuses in partners-facing, TSS sales role for partners within a defined geographical territory and set of named Business Partners.
    This role covers all aspects of growing and nurturing the relationships with existing business partners (executive engagement, sales and technical readiness, account planning, marketing support) and finding new strategic resellers to maximize coverage in all area
    Job Roles
    The Channel Sales is responsible for managing a channel strategy to identify market opportunities, engage the business partners to those strategies, and progress opportunities through to the close of sale.

    Optimize brand revenue, understanding the business of partners and help partners to focus on the ‘right’ offering to resell
    Drive sales opportunities with key Influences/ Business Partners selling in the territory
    Be focal point to all relationships between TSS and the partner including but not limited to Credit, Accounts Receivable/DSO, delivery metrics and initiatives.
    Develop new sources of revenue to meet market demand for specific emerging solution areas
    Business Planning – Drive business plans with the Partners, set partnership objectives, annual and quarterly sales targets
    Training – Conduct sales training for Partners
    Enablement – Equip Partners with sales enablement tools; Work with Channel Marketing to implement marketing programs for awareness and lead generation to their customer install base.
    Meet and exceed sales targets; increase partner revenues
    Accurate Reporting – Provide weekly Partner Sales Reporting ( Pipeline, Forecasting)
    Manage expectation of partners, their customers and business needs
    Define Strategic Initiatives to grow TSS Portfolio sales via Business Partners.
    Work with MEA GEO Sales Manager to Deploy, Execute, and refine sales programs which support the TSS strategy.

    Desired Experience / Skill

    Extensive knowledge of the Global Technology Services (GTS) offerings portfolio.
    Ability to identify and resolve skills and program issues and apply knowledge of tools and selling offerings, programs and initiatives.
    Ability to support the BP’s strategic and tactical plans in assigned solution area, while exceeding GTS solution area business objectives and measurements at assigned BP account
    Ability to clearly understand the BP’s vision, strategy, goals and objectives, and be able to link them to IBM business programs in assigned solution area.
    Ability to successfully co-sell and manage sales execution of GTS services specialties across assigned territory.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    At least 3 years experience in Sales or Channels Sales in the area of solution
    English: Fluent
    Readiness to travel 10% a year

  • Tss Channel Sales – East Africa

    Tss Channel Sales – East Africa

    Job Description
    This role focuses in partners-facing, TSS sales role for partners within a defined geographical territory and set of named Business Partners.This role covers all aspects of growing and nurturing the relationships with existing business partners (executive engagement, sales and technical readiness, account planning, marketing support) and finding new strategic resellers to maximize coverage in all areaThe Channel Sales is responsible for managing a channel strategy to identify market opportunities, engage the business partners to those strategies, and progress opportunities through to the close of sale.

    Optimize brand revenue, understanding the business of partners and help partners to focus on the ‘right’ offering to resell
    Drive sales opportunities with key Influences/ Business Partners selling in the territory
    Be focal point to all relationships between TSS and the partner including but not limited to Credit, Accounts Receivable/DSO, delivery metrics and initiatives.
    Develop new sources of revenue to meet market demand for specific emerging solution areas
    Business Planning – Drive business plans with the Partners, set partnership objectives, annual and quarterly sales targets
    Training – Conduct sales training for Partners
    Enablement – Equip Partners with sales enablement tools; Work with Channel Marketing to implement marketing programs for awareness and lead generation to their customer install base.
    Meet and exceed sales targets; increase partner revenues
    Accurate Reporting – Provide weekly Partner Sales Reporting ( Pipeline, Forecasting)
    Manage expectation of partners, their customers and business needs
    Define Strategic Initiatives to grow TSS Portfolio sales via Business Partners.
    Work with MEA GEO Sales Manager to Deploy, Execute, and refine sales programs which support the TSS strategy.

    DESIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILL

    Extensive knowledge of the Global Technology Services (GTS) offerings portfolio.
    Ability to identify and resolve skills and program issues and apply knowledge of tools and selling offerings, programs and initiatives.
    Ability to support the BP’s strategic and tactical plans in assigned solution area, while exceeding GTS solution area business objectives and measurements at assigned BP account
    Ability to clearly understand the BP’s vision, strategy, goals and objectives, and be able to link them to IBM business programs in assigned solution area.
    Ability to successfully co-sell and manage sales execution of GTS services specialties across assigned territory.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    At least 3 years experience in Sales or Channels Sales in the area of solution
    English: Fluent
    Readiness to travel 10% a year

    Preferred Tech and Prof ExperienceNA

  • IBM Research – Africa

    IBM Research – Africa

    Job Description
    Developing commercially viable innovations that impact people’s lives.
    About The Job
    Would you like to play a key role in building and experimenting cognitive software systems that enable humans and machines to perform better than either humans or machines? IBM Research Africa is looking for experienced software professionals with strong interest in cognitive computing and experience in implementing complex algorithms arising in instrumentation for data generation and data intensive applications spanning multiple disciplines. You are expected to work in close collaboration with other researchers and engineers and deliver production level-code to support the commercialization of the resulting assets.
    Job Responsibilities

    Conduct research in software engineers applied to cognitive computing, include performing foundational research in a wide range of topics such as, knowledge extraction, representation and retrieval from structured and unstructured data
    Develop open source tools and use cases in addressing the “big” challenges in Africa (e.g., Healthcare, Next Generation Public Sector and Enterprise, etc.)
    Develop novel and scalable approaches and algorithms for data ranging from small to big data

    Candidate Qualifications

    Degree (PhD, MSc, or BSc.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics or Equivalent
    Strong background in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Experience in tools and methodology to improve software life cycle for cognitive applications
    Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals
    Proven communication skills and leadership experience are essential

    Desired capabilities

    5 or more years of commercial software development experience
    Expert skill level in programming skills (C/C++, Java, Go, Python, Javascript, Node.js, etc.)
    Expert skill level in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Expert skill level in system building/debugging/testing
    Expert skill level in building Cloud Applications using APIs and micro-services
    Prior experience in Africa or developing countries is a plus

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise
    Candidate Qualifications

    Degree (PhD, MSc, or BSc.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics or Equivalent
    Strong background in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Experience in tools and methodology to improve software life cycle for cognitive applications
    Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals
    Proven communication skills and leadership experience are essential

    Preferred Tech And Prof Experience
    NA
    EO Statement
    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

  • Software Engineer- Research Lab Research Scientist- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning IBM Research Lab Kenya IT Specialist – Senior Business Analyst Research Scientists covering Blockchain

    Software Engineer- Research Lab Research Scientist- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning IBM Research Lab Kenya IT Specialist – Senior Business Analyst Research Scientists covering Blockchain

    Job Description
    Developing commercially viable innovations that impact people’s lives.
    About The Job
    Would you like to play a key role in building and experimenting cognitive software systems that enable humans and machines to perform better than either humans or machines? IBM Research Africa is looking for experienced software professionals with strong interest in cognitive computing and experience in implementing complex algorithms arising in instrumentation for data generation and data intensive applications spanning multiple disciplines. You are expected to work in close collaboration with other researchers and engineers and deliver production level-code to support the commercialization of the resulting assets.
    Job Responsibilities

    Conduct research in software engineers applied to cognitive computing, include performing foundational research in a wide range of topics such as, knowledge extraction, representation and retrieval from structured and unstructured data
    Develop open source tools and use cases in addressing the “big” challenges in Africa (e.g., Healthcare, Next Generation Public Sector and Enterprise, etc.)
    Develop novel and scalable approaches and algorithms for data ranging from small to big data

    Candidate Qualifications

    Degree (PhD, MSc, or BSc.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics or Equivalent
    Strong background in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Experience in tools and methodology to improve software life cycle for cognitive applications
    Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals
    Proven communication skills and leadership experience are essential

    Desired capabilities

    5 or more years of commercial software development experience
    Expert skill level in programming skills (C/C++, Java, Go, Python, Javascript, Node.js, etc.)
    Expert skill level in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Expert skill level in system building/debugging/testing
    Expert skill level in building Cloud Applications using APIs and micro-services
    Prior experience in Africa or developing countries is a plus

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise
    Candidate Qualifications

    Degree (PhD, MSc, or BSc.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics or Equivalent
    Strong background in software engineering practices including agile techniques
    Experience in tools and methodology to improve software life cycle for cognitive applications
    Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals
    Proven communication skills and leadership experience are essential

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