IOT Engineer at Koolboks Nigeria

Koolboks provides innovative, solar-powered freezers that use ice-thermal technology to keep items frozen for up to 4 days without sun or power. Targeted at off-grid areas in Africa, the freezers feature PAYGo (Pay-As-You-Go) financing, USB ports, and LED lighting, enabling small businesses to reduce energy costs and waste.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IOT Engineer

Location: Igando, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented IoT Engineer to support the development and implementation of IoT-based solutions in solar energy systems.
• The ideal candidate will support with system integration, data analysis, and software development, playing a key role in improving the efficiency and performance of solar infrastructure through IoT technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of IoT-enabled solutions for solar energy systems.
• Support the integration of sensors and data acquisition components with solar panels, inverters, and related hardware.
• Conduct performance monitoring and data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges.
• Assist in developing software tools for real-time data visualization, reporting, and system diagnostics.
• Participate in on-site testing, deployment, and validation of IoT devices and systems.
• Stay informed on the latest advancements in IoT and renewable energy technologies to contribute innovative ideas.

Qualifications

• BSc or HND in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of solar energy systems and IoT technologies.
• Basic proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as MQTT, HTTP, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior internship or project experience related to solar energy or IoT.
• Exposure to cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and data storage systems.
• Understanding of network configuration and cybersecurity protocols in IoT environments.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@koolboks.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.