Job Description
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Position Summary: The System Engineer (SE) is the technical business partner of the account manager/ sales representative.
Objectives:
- The SE assures facilitating business and revenue goals by providing consistent, high quality, technical support and assistance to the sales team through all aspects of the sales cycle.
- The SE assures facilitating the qualification of prospects and business strategies by giving support and input to the sales team.
Essential Job Functions:
- Work with sales representative to establish specific account plans and strategies
- Analyze sales prospects’ requirements and propose the best possible solution
- Create and deliver demonstrations, presentations, prototypes, POC/POV and map features/benefits of products to prospects’ specific needs
- Provide on-going technical support to well-qualified prospects conducting evaluations (this may include training, programming of examples, third-party software integration, troubleshooting, best-practices consulting)
- Respond to the technical sections of RFI/RFPs
- Provide product feedback from customers
- Communicate competitive intelligence from the field
- Exchange best practices and share knowledge within SE Community
- Keep up to date with any new (especially from the belonging business line) and relevant technical knowledge
- Participate on meetings and conferences with customers and partners, sales and other necessary departments (e.g. R & D)
Education and Experience:
- B.S. Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering
- “Good” experience in software pre-sales, consulting or professional services
- Programming experience
- Understanding of business infrastructure technology, network architectures and distributed computing
- Competency in various languages (e.g. Java, C/C++, SQL, HTML; Natural, Adabas, EntireX)
- Experience with Internet software development and concepts
- Experience with Operating Systems (e.g. NT, Unix; Mainframe such as ZOS, BS2000) and Databases (SQL; Adabas)
- Experience with a wide range of applications (e.g. ERP, CRM)
- Experience with Business Infrastructure concepts and technologies (SOA, BPM, BAM, EAI)
- Knowledge of products and solutions
Skills:
- Communicates and writes in a clear and precise way
- Excellent presentation skills and interaction with customers
- Experience developing and presenting clear and concise product briefings
- Ability to take direction from Management and Senior / Principal System Engineers
- Ability to understand customers’ business, needs, challenges and expectations
- Shows personal commitment with the team and its goals
- Is able to think logically and abstractly: recognizes discrepancies, connections and structures (analytical skills)
- Carries out projects in time and high quality with appropriate organization and planning (project management skills)
- Is target and success orientated
- FIs ready to constantly develop his / her skills, qualifications, knowledge and personality (learning orientation)
- Knowledge of products and solutions
Salary: R1 200 000 Annual CTC
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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