Trackalways Ltd. is looking for a highly experienced Telematics Technical Expert who has deep, hands-on knowledge of telematics hardware, communication protocols, device configurations, and the major telematics platforms used across the African region. This role is central to resolving complex client technical issues, supporting new hardware testing, contributing to R&D, and building the company's internal and OEM-facing technical expertise. Key Roles & Responsibilities • Serve as the primary technical escalation point for resolving complex client queries related to telematics hardware, protocols, and configurations. • Conduct testing and evaluation of new telematics hardware before rollout to clients. • Support the development team with research and development input for new products and platform features (including Trackalways Infinity). • Design and implement technical solutions and workarounds for client-specific telematics requirements. • Configure and troubleshoot telematics devices across multiple protocols and hardware brands used in the African region. • Maintain strong working knowledge of major telematics platforms operating across Africa and how Trackalways' products interoperate with them. • Plan and deliver internal training sessions to upskill the technical support and sales teams on hardware, protocols, and troubleshooting. • Plan and deliver external/client-facing technical trainings where required. • Liaise directly with OEMs (hardware manufacturers) on technical support issues, firmware updates, and new product knowledge. • Document technical procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting guides for internal use.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
- Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience working directly with telematics hardware, protocols, and configurations.
- Strong working knowledge of GPS/GSM/GPRS telematics devices, communication protocols, and platform integrations.
- Practical experience with major telematics platforms used in the African region.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to design solutions for complex client technical requirements.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to train both technical and non-technical staff and clients.
- Comfortable liaising directly and professionally with OEMs and international hardware partners.
- Preferred (Added Advantage)
- Prior experience contributing to R&D or product development for telematics/IoT hardware.
- Experience conducting formal training sessions internally or for clients.
