**Job Descriptions for Systems Team**
*Driving Tech Innovation for Local and Global Operations*
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### **1. IT Manager**
**Department**: Systems Team
**Reports to**: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Lead the maintenance and optimization of Boaz’s Amharic/English Shopify store and TeleBirr mobile payment integration, ensuring seamless, secure, and culturally relevant tech operations.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage Shopify store updates, localization, and integration with TeleBirr.
- Oversee IT infrastructure, ensuring 99.9% uptime for digital platforms.
- Collaborate with Cybersecurity and Blockchain teams to safeguard transactions.
- Train staff on new systems and troubleshoot technical issues.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years managing e-commerce platforms (Shopify preferred).
- Experience with mobile payment systems (TeleBirr, M-Pesa).
**Skills**
- Proficiency in API integrations and multilingual platforms.
- Fluency in Amharic and English.
**Benefits**
- Tech allowance for personal device upgrades.
- Health insurance and annual performance bonuses.
**Application Instructions**
Submit your resume and a case study on optimizing a multilingual e-commerce platform to *itjobs@boaztrading.com* with subject line *“IT Manager Application.”*
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### **2. Cybersecurity Expert**
**Department**: Systems Team
**Reports to**: IT Manager
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Remote flexibility)
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Protect customer data (e.g., diaspora credit card info) and digital assets from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with global data protection laws.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Implement firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection systems.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure GDPR compliance.
- Train staff on phishing/scam prevention.
**Qualifications**
- Degree in Cybersecurity or IT. Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+.
- 3+ years in e-commerce cybersecurity.
**Skills**
- Expertise in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk).
- Knowledge of PCI DSS standards.
**Benefits**
- Annual bonus for zero breaches.
- Access to global cybersecurity conferences.
**Application Instructions**
Email resume + a 1-page analysis of a recent cyber threat impacting Ethiopian businesses to *cyberjobs@boaztrading.com*.
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### **3. Blockchain Developer**
**Department**: Systems Team
**Reports to**: IT Manager
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Develop blockchain solutions for QR code traceability, tracking organic cotton from farm to consumer.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Design blockchain systems and integrate QR code technology.
- Audit smart contracts for efficiency and security.
**Qualifications**
- Degree in Computer Science or Blockchain Development.
- 3+ years building blockchain apps (Hyperledger, Ethereum).
**Skills**
- Proficiency in Solidity, Python, or Java.
- Experience with IoT sensors.
**Benefits**
- Flexible hours and remote work options.
- Sponsorship for blockchain certifications.
**Application Instructions**
Share resume + GitHub link to a blockchain project to *blockchain@boaztrading.com*.
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### **4. AR/VR Specialist**
**Department**: Systems Team
**Reports to**: IT Manager
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (with travel to Cannes)
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Create immersive AR/VR experiences, including virtual try-on tools for Instagram and Cannes activations.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop AR filters and VR experiences showcasing Ethiopian landscapes.
- Optimize tools for low-bandwidth users.
**Qualifications**
- Degree in Computer Graphics or Game Design.
- Portfolio of AR/VR projects (Unity, Unreal Engine).
**Skills**
- Proficiency in 3D modeling (Blender, Maya).
- Creativity in cultural storytelling.
**Benefits**
- Travel opportunities to Cannes and tech conferences.
- Creative freedom to experiment.
**Application Instructions**
Submit resume + portfolio/demo reel to *arvr@boaztrading.com*.
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### **5. Data Analyst**
**Department**: Systems Team
**Reports to**: Head of Analytics
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Forecast demand using social media trends and sales data to optimize inventory.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Analyze TikTok/Instagram engagement and build dashboards (Power BI/Tableau).
- Report on Ethiopian purchasing patterns and diaspora preferences.
**Qualifications**
- Degree in Data Science or Statistics.
- 3+ years in retail/e-commerce analytics.
**Skills**
- Proficiency in Python/R, SQL, and Google Analytics.
**Benefits**
- Annual stipend for professional development.
- Performance bonuses tied to forecast accuracy.
**Application Instructions**
Apply with resume + sample analysis (e.g., social media report) to *datajobs@boaztrading.com*.
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**Why It Works**: By merging Ethiopia’s cultural identity with cutting-edge tech, these roles ensure Boax bridges tradition and global innovation. 🌍🔗