Recruitment at Layer3

Job Summary

• The Key Sales Account Manager (Fiber-to-the-home) is responsible for managing key accounts, maintaining a long-term relationship with accounts and maximizing sales opportunities within them.
• He/she will need a high level of an innovative and eager mind in order to research, propose, and sell services and respond effectively to clients’ queries.

Job Responsibilities

• Focusing on growing and developing existing clients, together with generating new business.
• Develop, penetrate and maintain relationships with key decision makers at existing key accounts through regular planned contact
• Meet and exceed yearly sales target.
• Develop a solid understanding of all unique purchasing/sourcing processes, procedures and decision criteria to formulate a strategic account penetration plan detailing the actions necessary to effectively and profitably close orders with each account.
• Analyze customer needs and identify product solutions to fit needs, desires and budget.
• Search for new clients and create database of prospects that will benefit from company products or services and maximize customer potential in designated regions.
• Playing an integral role in new business pitches and hold responsibility for the effective on-boarding of new clients.
• Write business plans for all current and opportunity tender business.
• Develop long-term relationships with customers
• Manage and interpret customer requirements – speaking with clients to understand, anticipate and meet their needs;
• Negotiate tender and contract terms to meet both client and company needs;
• Administer client accounts;
• Analyzing costs and sales
• Record and maintain client contact data
• Act as the key interface between the customer and all relevant divisions.

Qualifications

• University Degree or its equivalent, preferably in Computer / Electrical / Electronics Engineering or Computer Science is required.
• 3 – 5 years field sales and account management professional experience with an ICT Solutions Provider.
• Relevant experience in sale of IT services with knowledge of solutions from Juniper Networks, Blue Coat, F5, Cisco and VMware will be an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs to: careers@layer3.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Do not apply if you do not have experience in the IT industry.

Job Title: Network Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Network Engineer will also be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities required to fulfil and support network services to enterprise customers.
• These include the management of existing and development of new network infrastructure systems, as well as managing system and network administration.

Job Responsibilities

• Hands-on engineering level support on switching and routing technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS/VPLS, spanning tree protocols e.g.; MSTP, RSTP, 802.1x, 802.11, 802.16, VPN, DMVPN, SDN, VRRP/HSRP, WAN Acceleration, QoS, VoIP, VTC, cloud, Automation and similar network technologies.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot network communications failures and bottlenecks.
• Ability to analyze system logs, identifying potential issues and troubleshooting any reported network problems
• Switching tasks include VTP, ISL/ 802.1q, IPSec and GRE Tunneling, VLANs, Ether Channel, Trunking, Port Security, STP and RSTP.
• Configuration of LAN / WAN / WLAN links using VSI / L2VC, for MPLS L2VPN will be required to be available for on-call duties on a need basis.
• Understands and assist in technical strategies in the design, configuration and maintenance of LAN, WAN and wireless networks to ensure the stability, integrity and operational effectiveness and efficiency of network services.
• Participates in the design and configuration of internal and/or external networks as required for assigned projects.
• Supervise IP/MPLS services’ implementation covering the installations, testing & handover.
• Proactively perform corrective maintenance for IP/MPLS network.
• Develop automation and other internal systems and tools to assist in the care and feeding of the IP/MPLS network and integration activities.
• Responsible for network planning, configuration, and implementation.
• Design and develop routing topology for Core /Access/Metro/Edge network infrastructures and for converged data & communications services and their successful integration.
• Drive Digital Transformation Agenda using Cloud, Security, Big-Data, IOT, SDN, SDS, SDWAN, and SDWAN
• Responding to RFQ & preparing proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology or related field or its equivalent.
• 4 – 5 years relevant experience in troubleshooting and managing IP networks.
• CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), JNCIA (Juniper Networks Certified Associate – Junos) certification is required.
• Hands on experience in Cisco, Juniper, Fortigate, Bluecoat is required.
• A thorough understanding of network technology and protocols.
• Operating systems knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge in cabling structured network.
• Possess high level interpersonal communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: careers@layer3.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note:

• Our interview process at Layer3 is a multi-stage process.
• This process is designed to for us to know you better and how well you fit into the Layer3 culture. We are eager to meet you.

Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and testing the cloud infrastructure services components comprising the cloud infrastructure as well as providing level 3 support.
• Also responsible for working to make sure the underlying cloud infrastructure architecture and technical decisions support their cloud services, service tiers, and OLAs needed to meet business needs.

Responsibilities
What we will challenge you to achieve:

• Design and architect end to end validated solutions which represent real-world cloud provider implementations
• Function as the technical product expert for specific cloud provider solution areas
• Work closely with the cloud business unit providing input on & formal review of product functional specifications prior to development, provide feedback on releases and feature implementations
• Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure across public, private, and hybrid environments.
• Administer and support Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
• Deploy, configure, and manage Open-stack deployment such as Virtuozzo-based virtualization and container environments.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment pipelines, CI/CD processes, and system monitoring.
• Create and maintain custom cloud product offerings and solutions tailored to business needs.
• Monitor system performance, conduct capacity planning, and perform root cause analysis on incidents.
• Implement and enforce security best practices across cloud and virtualized environments.
• Provide technical expertise in containerization technologies including Virtuozzo, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Integrate third-party services and APIs to enhance cloud platform capabilities.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define cloud strategies and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, GDPR).
• Document system configurations, processes, and architectural decisions.

Requirements
What you need to have:

• The Individual should have relevant and current VMware experience with vSphere, vCloud Director, NSX and vRealize Operations.
• A strong understanding of IT automation, management, orchestration and cloud management platform capabilities driving IaaS, SaaS and PaaS is a plus.
• Proven experience (4 to 5 years) in cloud infrastructure management.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Virtuozzo virtualization and storage solutions is an added advantage
• Proficient in Linux system administration (CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Vmware, AWS, Azure, or OpenStack.
• Solid scripting skills in Bash, Python, or similar.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Zabbix.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: careers@layer3.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
• Our interview process at Layer3 is a multi-stage process.
• This process is designed to for us to know you better and how well you fit into the Layer3 culture.
• We are eager to meet you.

Job Title: Presales & Solutions Architect

Location: Nigeria

Job Summary

• A Presales & Solutions Architect is an outstanding individual who combines the communications skills to build strong professional relationships with the technical skills to develop compelling solutions that accomplish our customers’ business imperatives.
• The Presales & Solutions Architect partners with an Account Manager to drive revenue growth for Layer3 by delivering business success to our customers.
• Presales Solutions Architect also work collaboratively within Layer3 to highlight emerging customer requirements and use cases, convey the competitive landscape, and coordinate with Layer3 and OEM-partner professional services organizations to ensure implementations meet or exceed customer expectations.

What we will challenge you to achieve

• Provides pre-sales technical consultation as a domain specialist (SME) for the design, engineering, sale, and implementation of sophisticated products, applications, and solutions.
• Collaborates with sales teams, vendors, and industry partners in assessing potential application of our products ensuring that optimum systems solutions are provided to new and existing customers.
• Develops and implement technical sales plans and proposals (RFP, RFQ) to grow Layer3’s business in a driven and opportunity-filled sales environment.
• Originates and architect detailed design, engineering, and implementation specifications for next-generation networks and solutions.
• Use your outstanding industry and product knowledge to engage and influence customer technology strategies through showcasing Layer3’s solutions during technical sales presentations, product demonstrations, proof of concept, and trial engagements.
• Builds, develops, and maintains strong professional relationships with customer IT decision-makers and industry partner community.
• Deliver training and support to our Sales team and Engineers.
• Continuously learn and stay ahead of the industry and competitive solutions, products, and services.
• Enjoy the personal growth career opportunity that comes from exposure to the latest technological innovations and apply these capabilities to address the real-world challenges of our customers.

What you need to have

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, and related field or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a technical/pre-sales role as a Sales or Systems Engineer.
• This role is for a Pre-Sales Systems Engineer that will have broad Service Provider and enterprise knowledge.
• Good understanding of Network, Security, Cloud and Compute and Storage
• Proficient in using Cisco, Juniper and Fortinet Configuration Portal to build Bill of Material
• The Presales Architect will partner with Layer3 Account Managers and other Professional Services team peers to find and build solutions for SP and Enterprise customers.
• Broad knowledge of the SP business and technologies is a must. We are looking for a fast learner with capacity for many subjects.
• Deep knowledge of core routing, edge routing, access routing, backhaul routing, data center, virtualization, edge compute. With preference for Juniper, Cisco and other OEM product knowledge.
• Experience designing/engineering LAN/WAN, Campus, Data Center, Security, and Metro Ethernet solutions.
• Experience implementing and operating mid-large-scale Campus and Enterprise Networking and Security solutions.
• Knowledge of Juniper product line, key competitors, and vertical market use cases.
• Confirmed understanding and hands-on expertise with networking industry technologies across routing, switching, and security technology domains.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and communication skills with experience in customer-facing sales activities.
• Proven technical capability, ability to learn quickly, and apply skills in new protocols and applications.

What we would love you to have:

• Experience crafting/building data center and campus networks, as well as software-defined networks
• JNCIP or other expert-level industry certification is desired.
• Entrepreneurial mind set
• High level of business and sales acumen
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Pre-Sales Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A Presales & Solutions Architect is an outstanding individual who combines the communications skills to build strong professional relationships with the technical skills to develop compelling solutions that accomplish our customers’ business imperatives.
• The Presales & Solutions Architect partners with an Account Manager to drive revenue growth for Layer3 by delivering business success to our customers.
• Presales Solutions Architect also work collaboratively within Layer3 to highlight emerging customer requirements and use cases, convey the competitive landscape, and coordinate with Layer3 and OEM-partner professional services organizations to ensure implementations meet or exceed customer expectations.

What we will challenge you to achieve

• Provides pre-sales technical consultation as a domain specialist (SME) for the design, engineering, sale, and implementation of sophisticated products, applications, and solutions.
• Collaborates with sales teams, vendors, and industry partners in assessing potential application of our products ensuring that optimum systems solutions are provided to new and existing customers.
• Develops and implement technical sales plans and proposals (RFP, RFQ) to grow Layer3’s business in a driven and opportunity-filled sales environment.
• Originates and architect detailed design, engineering, and implementation specifications for next-generation networks and solutions.
• Use your outstanding industry and product knowledge to engage and influence customer technology strategies through showcasing Layer3’s solutions during technical sales presentations, product demonstrations, proof of concept, and trial engagements.
• Builds, develops, and maintains strong professional relationships with customer IT decision-makers and industry partner community.
• Deliver training and support to our Sales team and Engineers.
• Continuously learn and stay ahead of the industry and competitive solutions, products, and services.
• Enjoy the personal growth career opportunity that comes from exposure to the latest technological innovations and apply these capabilities to address the real-world challenges of our customers.

What you need to have

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, and related field or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a technical/pre-sales role as a Sales or Systems Engineer.
• This role is for a Pre-Sales Systems Engineer that will have broad Service Provider and enterprise knowledge.
• Good understanding of Network, Security, Cloud and Compute and Storage
• Proficient in using Cisco, Juniper and Fortinet Configuration Portal to build Bill of Material
• The Presales Architect will partner with Layer3 Account Managers and other Professional Services team peers to find and build solutions for SP and Enterprise customers.
• Broad knowledge of the SP business and technologies is a must. We are looking for a fast learner with capacity for many subjects. Deep knowledge of core routing, edge routing, access routing, backhaul routing, data center, virtualization, edge compute. With preference for Juniper, Cisco and other OEM product knowledge.
• Experience designing/engineering LAN/WAN, Campus, Data Center, Security, and Metro Ethernet solutions.
• Experience implementing and operating mid-large-scale Campus and Enterprise Networking and Security solutions.
• Knowledge of Juniper product line, key competitors, and vertical market use cases.
• Confirmed understanding and hands-on expertise with networking industry technologies across routing, switching, and security technology domains.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and communication skills with experience in customer-facing sales activities.
• Proven technical capability, ability to learn quickly, and apply skills in new protocols and applications.

What we would love you to have:

• Experience crafting/building data center and campus networks, as well as software-defined networks
• JNCIE, CCIE, RHCE, or other expert-level industry certification is desired.
• Entrepreneurial mind set
• High level of business and sales acumen
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications to: careers@layer3.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates would be contacted.