Desktop Support Engineer

Location : Mumbai

Big Picture (The Opportunity) :

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your Career? & If you are able to maintain a positive attitude even when everything goes wrong, if you are detail oriented and self motivated with a passion to learn and improve your skills and knowledge, we have a perfect job for you !

What do we want from you ? (Our Expectations) :

• Zero to 2 years experience in Linux Operating System.
• Flexible working hours - able to support occasional nights, weekends, and call-ins, able to quickly adapt to a constantly changing faced paced environment. Open to travel to sites.
• An ideal person who is excited and motivated about running and supporting a production - grade critical infrastructure and looks for opportunities to improve processes with automation.

What are you required to do ? (Your Responsibilities) :

• Proactively maintain and develop all linux infrastructure technology to maintain a 24*7*365 uptime service.
• Engineering of systems administration-related various solutions for our various SAAS products and projects as well as operational needs.
• Proactively monitoring system performance and capacity planning.
• Providing technical support to customers for Applications, Operating systems, and networking.
• Will also be the first point of contact for our clients, where installations are placed on a permanent basis, for basic troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Fault finding, analysis and logging information for reporting of performance exceptions.
• Maintain best practices on managing systems and services across all environments.

Skills & Qualification Required (Add Value) :

• Graduate - Preferred to have Bachelor‘s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• He / She should be familiar with the installation and configuration of Linux operating systems and setup and operation of TCP/IP networking on Linux systems also familiar with Internet concepts including SMTP, IMAP, POP, HTTP, DNS, LDAP and related protocols.
• You should possess excellent communication skills .
• Knowledge of Email concepts, Helpdesk Concept , VoIP Concept , Cloud computing will be an added advantage.

• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution – Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues through remote and on-site support.
• User Support & Training – Assist employees and clients with technical queries, software installations, and system configurations.
• System Maintenance & Updates – Ensure regular system updates, patches, and security fixes to maintain system integrity.
• Network & Connectivity Support – Address internet connectivity issues, VPN configurations, and firewall troubleshooting.
• Ticket Management & Documentation – Log, track, and resolve issues through a helpdesk system, ensuring timely resolution.
• Hardware & Peripheral Support – Install, configure, and maintain printers, scanners, and other IT peripherals.
• Security & Data Protection – Ensure adherence to IT security policies, managing access controls and data backup solutions.

A Desktop Support Engineer is responsible for providing technical support and assistance to end-users in an organization. This role involves troubleshooting hardware and software issues, ensuring that desktop systems are functioning efficiently, and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. 

Key Responsibilities:

- Respond to user inquiries and provide technical support via phone, email, or in-person.

- Diagnose and resolve hardware and software problems, including operating systems, applications, and network connectivity issues.

- Install, configure, and upgrade desktop hardware and software, ensuring compliance with company standards.

- Maintain inventory of desktop equipment and software licenses, ensuring proper documentation and tracking.

- Collaborate with IT teams to implement new technologies and improve existing systems.

- Provide training and support to users on new software applications and tools.

- Assist in the setup and deployment of new workstations and peripherals.

- Monitor and maintain system performance, applying updates and patches as necessary.

- Document technical procedures and solutions for future reference.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

- Proven experience in a desktop support role or similar technical support position.

- Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems, as well as common software applications.

- Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting techniques.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a customer-focused attitude.

- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) are a plus.

This role is essential for maintaining the productivity of employees by ensuring that their desktop environments are operational and efficient. A successful Desktop Support Engineer will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

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Responsibilities                                                    

• Hardware Diagnosis & Repair: Break down, diagnose, and physically repair enterprise laptops and desktops. This includes replacing laptop screens, keyboards, batteries, motherboards, fans, desktop power supplies, RAM, and storage drives.
• Desktop & Software Support: Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows operating systems, standard business applications (Microsoft 365, Mircosoft Outlook, VPNs), and specialized department software.
• Hardware Lifecycle Management: Manage the complete hardware lifecycle from provisioning and deployment to tear down and secure e-waste disposal.
• Endpoint Administration:. Day to day administration endpoints like Crowdstrike, Netskope, Sapphire on Laptops & Desktops.
• Vendor Management: Handle warranty claims, repairs fall under active warranties.
• Network & Peripheral Troubleshooting: Resolve end-user connectivity issues (Wi-Fi, LAN, VPN) and support peripheral hardware including docks, multi-monitor setups, local/network printers, and conference room AV equipment.
• Asset Tracking: Maintain an accurate, real-time inventory of all physical IT assets, spare parts, and software licenses.

Skills Needed

• Experience: 5+ years in IT support, systems administration, or a similar role with a heavy emphasis on hands-on hardware maintenance.
• Hardware Proficiency: Proven ability to safely disassemble and reassemble modern ultra-thin laptops and micro-desktops without causing physical damage.
• OS Expertise: Deep troubleshooting knowledge of Windows 10/11, terminal/command-line operations, and driver management.
• Directory & Cloud Services: Experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 administration.
• Certifications (Preferred): Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

Performance Expectations

• Maintain an average ticket resolution time within defined SLAs.
• Keep internal spare-parts inventory stocked and audited monthly.
• Reduce hardware replacement costs by maximizing the lifespan of out-of-warranty devices through in-house component-level repairs.

Interview process - Face to Face