Careers

Join Our Team and Shape the Future of Internet Connectivity

At INX-ZA, we are committed to enhancing internet connectivity and performance across South Africa. As the leading provider of community-run Internet exchange services in the region, we play a crucial role in the development and operation of critical internet infrastructure. Our work impacts millions of users, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our passion for technology and innovation to join our dynamic team.

Why Work at INX-ZA?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation. We encourage our employees to think outside the box and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

• Professional Growth: We are dedicated to the growth and development of our team members. We offer opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement.

• Impactful Work: At INX-ZA, your work will make a real difference. Our projects have a significant impact on internet infrastructure, benefiting businesses and communities across South Africa.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are valued. We believe in the power of working together to achieve great results.

• Diverse Opportunities: Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a range of opportunities across various disciplines, including network engineering, system administration, project management, and more.

Our Values

• Excellence: We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.

• Integrity: We are committed to honesty, transparency, and ethical practices.

• Innovation: We embrace new ideas and technologies to stay ahead of the curve.

• Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collective effort.

• Service: We are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our community and stakeholders.

Current Openings

We are always on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals to join our team. Please see below for current job openings and application details.

How to Apply

To apply for a position at INX-ZA, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@inx.net.za.  Be sure to include the position title in the subject line of your email.

INX-ZA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Advertisement: Systems and Network Engineer

Location: South Africa

Company: INX-ZA

Type: Full-time

About Us:

INX-ZA is a leading provider of internet exchange services in South Africa, dedicated to improving internet connectivity and performance across the region. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems and Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about technology and network infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

General Function:

We are looking to recruit an intelligent Systems and Network Engineer who is capable of independent thought. The ideal candidate will be an excellent multi-tasker, responsible for research, design, development, testing, and documentation, while also supporting the function of the Internet Exchange Points that we maintain.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general system administration duties (audits, optimization, documentation, etc.) as required, and perform all tasks needed to maintain systems.

• Debug day-to-day operating problems and work actively to maintain INX-ZA services to 99.999% uptime.

• Recommend, design, construct, test, and implement network, application, and systems programs as needed.

• Periodically perform training as part of the INX-ZA training program.

Skills Required:

• 4-year university degree, preferably in an information systems or computer science related discipline, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proven track record of at least 4 years of job-related experience supporting Linux and/or FreeBSD as a system administrator.

• Excellent knowledge of Internet Protocol (IP), network security issues, and open-source security tools.

• Ability to understand complex instructions and work independently, quickly, and accurately.

• Ability to learn and fill knowledge gaps quickly.

• Sound knowledge of programming and scripting; being able to write scripts to automate processes is essential.

• Ability to modify existing open-source solutions for use in INX-ZA environments.

• Ability to travel to various locations to work on INX-ZA infrastructure and attend industry-related conferences.

• Good interpersonal skills, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills Preferred:

• Familiarity and/or previous relevant experience within an ISP or IXP environment/toolset.

• Strong bias towards automation and code-reuse.

• Production experience with FOSS tools.

• Experience with BGP.

Additional Duties:

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned. We are a small, dynamic, and highly agile team that covers all aspects of operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity with the ability to type and perform repetitive motions. Some lifting and stooping are required to unpack deliveries and rack equipment.

• Ability to spend most of the day looking at computer screen(s).

• Ability to travel to various locations to perform INX-ZA related work, or attend industry-related meetings on INX-ZA’s behalf.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter to [insert application email or link] by [insert application deadline]. Join us at INX-ZA and be a part of our mission to enhance internet connectivity across South Africa!