Video Engineer

Level Up; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Video Engineer to enhance their video surveillance platform. The role involves driving the video practice by optimizing systems and collaborating with tech teams. Candidates should have a degree in IT and at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong skills in video management systems and analytics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in an IT role.
• Experience with large, enterprise-grade Video Management and Analytics Systems.
• Knowledge of video surveillance market capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and optimize current Video Management Systems.
• Train and mentor operational staff on configuration of video analytics.
• Source and recommend video analytics solutions.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Accountability

Resilience

Self-discipline

Continuous Improvement Orientation

Education

Degree/Diploma in Information Technology

Tools

Milestone XProtect

HikCentral Professional

YOLO

OpenCV

iSentry

Deep Alert

Job description

The Video Engineer will be responsible for owning and driving the organisations Video practice, utilizing expertise in surveillance video management systems and video analytics. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enhancing our robust camera network and software platform by researching, evaluating, implementing, and supporting top-tier video surveillance solutions. Your objective is to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of our video surveillance platforms. Collaborating closely with our technology and software development teams, you will ensure the organisation remains at the forefront of Video Surveillance and analytics technology, solidifying our position as a leader in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and optimize current Video Management Systems.
• Analyse and optimize current usage of Video Analytics.
• Make recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders on how video management systems and analytics should be implemented and optimised.
• Become the video surveillance subject matter expert in our business.
• Perform competitive analysis and recommend improvements and enhancements.
• Assist with optimisation of the organisation's video platforms.
• Train and mentor operational staff on optimal configuration of video analytics.
• Keep up to date with the latest trends in video surveillance technology.
• Brief development teams on integration to existing software platforms.
• Source and recommend video analytics solutions for market vertical applications (retail, manufacturing, public safety, etc.).
• Optimise existing video analytics for peak performance and accuracy.
• Optimise existing video management systems.
• Work with the product and sales teams to ensure we develop viable commercial offerings.
• Improve operational efficiency and effectiveness of video systems at scale.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Information Technology.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years experience in an IT role.
• Experience with implementing, maintaining, and optimising large, enterprise-grade Video Management Systems.
• Experience with implementing, maintaining, and optimising large, enterprise-grade Video Analytics Systems.
• Experience with Video Analytics, computer vision, YOLO, OpenCV, or other deep learning technologies would be beneficial.
• Experience working with IP video surveillance cameras.
• Knowledge of the video surveillance market, capabilities, and limitations.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills with staff at various levels.
• Creative, solution-driven attitude.
• Be willing to work in an agile environment where changes are frequent, and technologies evolve.
• Experience with top-tier Video Management systems such as Milestone XProtect, HikCentral Professional, or similar.
• Experience with Video analytics systems such as iSentry, Deep Alert, or similar.
• A good understanding of Windows and Linux server environments.
• A good understanding of basic networking concepts.

Skills & Competencies (Personal & Interpersonal)

• Proactive mindset Demonstrates initiative and takes action without being prompted, anticipating needs and addressing challenges early.
• Accountability Takes full ownership of their responsibilities and outcomes, showing reliability in managing their domain.
• Resilience and Responsibility Willing to make decisions, own mistakes, and learn from them to continuously improve.
• Self-discipline and Consistency Maintains high personal standards by following processes, meeting deadlines, and ensuring thorough documentation.
• Continuous Improvement Orientation Actively contributes to refining and enhancing team processes, standards, and best practices.