Fresh Jobs at Zap Africa

About the job:

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies to help promote our company and its products and manage our social media accounts, mailing lists, and blogs.
• The Marketing Lead will be the driving force behind our short-term and long-term marketing objectives.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and execute marketing campaigns for Syx Labs and its products
• Manage and grow our social media accounts and mailing list
• Create and implement content marketing strategies
• Build and maintain relationships with key influencers and media outlets
• Work with the team to develop and maintain the company's brand
• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns

What we seek:

• Proven experience in building a brand on social media from nothing to a large community
• Experience developing and executing successful marketing campaigns
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience building relationships with key influencers and media outlets
• Demonstrated experience with content marketing
• Strong analytical skills and ability to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns

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• Zap is seeking an excellent Backend Developer.
• You will play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of our backend infrastructure. Closely working with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimise the backend systems that power our cryptocurrency exchange platform.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, a deep understanding of blockchain technology, and a passion for creating scalable and reliable systems.

What you’ll do:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems written in Node.js.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, blockchain engineers, and product managers, to deliver high-quality features and improvements.
• Optimize existing backend code for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Ensure the security and integrity of our backend systems, implementing best practices for data protection and privacy.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in blockchain technology and implement relevant updates to our platform.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, working closely with support and operations teams to ensure a smooth user experience.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and mentor junior developers.

What we seek:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in Node.js backend development with a focus on scalable and high-performance systems.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and the Node.js environment.
• Experience working with blockchain technologies, particularly in the context of cryptocurrency exchanges.
• Solid understanding of database systems, both relational and NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms, such as Amazon Web Services(AWS)
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

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About the job:

• At Zap Africa, we're at the forefront of blockchain technology, aspiring to drive transformative change across industries. With a project like Zap Exchange, we're aiming to set new benchmarks and redefine the boundaries of innovation. We're looking to add a talented Product Designer to our design team to accelerate our mission and increase our efficiency.

What you’ll do:

• Design Strategy & Vision: Understand the broader business strategy to create intuitive and efficient user experiences for our suite of products.
• User-Centered Design: Develop and refine user personas, conduct user research, and translate findings into stunning visual designs.
• Prototyping: Create wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes for Zap Exchange and other upcoming projects.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to bring designs to life, ensuring design vision is realized in the final product.
• Design Systems: Develop and maintain a cohesive design language and UI/UX guidelines across all Zap products.
• Marketing Content Deliverables:
• Collaborate with the marketing team to design compelling visuals for ad campaigns, social media, and promotional materials.
• Ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials, from web banners to email templates and digital brochures.
• Translate complex technical concepts into visually engaging infographics and illustrations for broader audience comprehension.
• Feedback & Iteration: Regularly review and iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and business goals.
• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest trends and tools in the design and tech industry, ensuring Zap remains at the cutting edge of design innovation.

What we seek:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ Years solid experience in product design with a portfolio showcasing your skills and design thinking.
• Proficient with design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
• Strong understanding of user-centric design principles, UX trends, and methodologies.
• Experience in designing for blockchain and AI platforms is a plus.

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About the job:

• We are seeking a talented Frontend Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Frontend Developer at Zap, you will be responsible for creating engaging user-friendly interfaces for our web and mobile applications. You will work closely with our design and backend teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet the needs of our users.

What you’ll do:

• Develop responsive and user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with designers and backend developers to implement design mockups and integrate backend services.
• Write clean, maintainable code and ensure high performance and responsiveness of applications.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies and best
• practices. Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to other developers.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure smooth application performance.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the development team..
• Problem-solving: Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any issues or bugs to guarantee the smooth and reliable performance of our products.

What we seek:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience (3+years) as a Frontend Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.