Vacancies at Crystal Recruit

Responsibilities

• LIMS Support and Maintenance: Provide ongoing support and maintenance for our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), built in Delphi and SQL. This includes offering direct user support, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the system meets user needs to deliver exceptional user satisfaction and operational reliability. No prior Delphi experience is required.
• Design, develop, and support products and systems across our client's technology stack, with an emphasis on creating scalable, maintainable, and efficient code using Python and SQL.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Write and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure the quality and reliability of our applications. Participate in peer code reviews to enforce coding standards and quality guidelines.
• Reporting and Data Insights: Develop reports and dashboards from various data sources, including the LIMS database, using tools like Excel, SSRS, and Power BI. Ensure data accuracy and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and engineers, to define technical requirements and develop integrated, data-driven solutions.
• Feature Implementation: Contribute to the design and implementation of new features and functionalities for various AgTech tools, ensuring all features are well-tested and meet user requirements.
• Performance Optimization: Identify areas for performance improvements, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance system efficiency and scalability.
• Legacy System Management: Support legacy systems and ensure their ongoing stability and compatibility with new technologies. Proactively identify opportunities for modernization.
• Maintain clear, concise technical documentation and provide ongoing technical support to internal and external users as needed.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and production issues quickly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field. Equivalent work experience may also be considered.
• At least 2 years of experience in Python development, including frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong SQL skills, with experience in designing, writing, and optimizing queries for relational databases (e.g., MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.
• Basic understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and experience working within Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities and working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), in the agriculture sector or an interest in AgTech solutions.
• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Delphi or PHP.
• Understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and monitoring tools.
• Experience in implementing and using testing frameworks for Python (e.g., pytest, unittest).
• A good understanding of web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React.
• Knowledge of reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel, SSRS, and Looker Studio.

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Responsibilities

• Actively promote and sell aftermarket auto parts to retail shops, garages, and individual car owners.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the product lineup and its features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
• Conduct product demonstrations and organize promotional events to boost brand awareness and product sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, retailers, distributors, and auto repair shops.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Gather feedback from customers and retailers on product performance and potential improvements.
• Monitor competitors' products, pricing, promotions, and market strategies to identify threats and opportunities.
• Track and analyze the company's market share in the Kenyan aftermarket auto parts industry, identifying areas for growth.
• Provide regular insights on competitor strengths and weaknesses to adjust promotional and sales strategies accordingly.
• Conduct market research to identify new sales opportunities, customer trends, and gaps in the market.
• Prepare and present regular sales reports, including weekly sales performance, customer feedback, promotional effectiveness, and market trends.
• Analyze data to provide strategic recommendations aimed at increasing market share and sales volumes.
• Track and analyze promotional and sales data to identify areas for improvement and suggest targeted actions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales or promotional roles, preferably in the automotive or aftermarket auto parts industry.
• Strong knowledge of the Kenyan automotive sector, with a focus on aftermarket parts and accessories.
• Experience in market analysis, competition tracking, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet sales targets.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM software is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel across Kenya and other East African countries.
• Fluency in English and Swahili