Align Communications
IT Services
DesktopEngineer
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“Desktop Engineer at Align Communications. Skills: Desktop support, Technical support, Customer service. Provide on-site desk side support. Provide outstanding customer service”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure all systems, workstations and printers are operating efficiently
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting theory; Systematic troubleshooting; Split-half triage
Hybrid role requiring onsite presence four days per week, Participate in a rotational on-call schedule, On-call includes overnights and weekends
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Client-focused, Comfortable interfacing with executive clients, Able to maintain a high level of service, Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Prompt and courteous, Attention to detail, Multitasking skills, Sense of teamwork, Ability to work in a fast-paced & dynamic environment, Four years of desktop support / end user technical support experience
Nice to Have
Prior Hedge Fund or Alternative Investment industry experience, 2 to 5 years of experience working with a Managed Services Provider, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional certifications, Advanced understanding of troubleshooting theory, systematic troubleshooting, split-half triage, Previous experience with Hybrid & Cloud environments, Proven ability to operate MS 365, Exchange, Intune, Entra ID (Azure AD), Understanding of Remote Work Systems (VPNs, VMs/AVDs, RDC), Familiarity with Active Directory & Group Policy, Basic networking skills, Some Hedge Fund or Alternative Investment industry experience
What You'll Do.
Provide on-site desk side support
Provide outstanding customer service
Provide follow through and resolution
Work closely with clients
Provide technical support for users
Install desktop applications
Upgrade desktop applications
Remove desktop applications
Troubleshoot computer problems
Troubleshoot server problems
Ensure systems are in working order
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with clients possessing varying levels of IT knowledge; Work with product team
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to be prompt and courteous
Full Job Description
Join the Team! Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in a career you love? At Align, our professionals are the key to our success. We don’t just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do. We’re a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact. Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our team—work hard, play hard, be smart! We believe great communities lead to great companies. That’s why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative. We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices. Position Overview Align seeks a highly experienced and motivated Desktop Engineer that possesses strong client-service skills and solid desktop troubleshooting experience. This position will report to the Align Managed Services team, which provides monitoring and support services for critical and noncritical IT assets. Prior Hedge Fund or Alternative Investment industry experience is preferred. Qualified candidates will have prior experience providing deskside, technical support for executives and VIPs in a Corporate Environment. Excellent customer service, follow-up, and communication skills are a must. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence four days per week at client sites. You will be required to participate in a rotational on-call schedule that includes overnights and weekends This is a full-time position offering full benefits, a salary in the $80K to $95K range. Responsibilities Provide on-site desk side support for desktop-related and end user technical issues at one of our key managed services client locations Provide outstanding customer service, IT support, follow
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