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.

Job Description

Position Title: System Administrator

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: Research and Development

Reports To: R&D Manager, India Development Centre

Work from Office; No Remote; No Hybrid

About the Company

We are a software product and solutions company that builds mission-critical platforms used in regulated industries such as life sciences, biotech research, public health, and government compliance. Our systems are used to manage workflows, audits, research approvals, data security, compliance, and more—helping institutions reduce risk, increase transparency, and advance human well-being.

Our product line includes dynamic form engines, workflow automation, rules engines, analytics, AI/ML integrations, and user-centric digital tools for a global customer base.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Windows & Linux System Administrator / Desktop Engineer responsible for managing, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting the organization's IT infrastructure, including Windows and Linux servers, desktops, laptops, networks, applications, and end-user systems.

The role requires a combination of system administration, desktop support, troubleshooting, security, user management, and infrastructure monitoring. The candidate should be comfortable working independently, resolving technical issues, and providing timely support to employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, users, and access permissions.
• Perform server monitoring, patching, updates, backup checks, and basic security administration.
• Provide desktop and laptop support, including OS, software, hardware, printer, email, VPN, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot basic LAN, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, DNS, and VPN issues.
• Manage employee IT setup, onboarding/offboarding, and IT asset allocation.
• Monitor antivirus/endpoint security and ensure systems are updated and secure.
• Maintain IT inventory, system documentation, and helpdesk/ticket records.
• Coordinate with vendors and escalate infrastructure issues when required.
• Support virtualization, cloud, backup, and disaster-recovery activities as needed.

Required Skills

• Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy
• Linux (Ubuntu/RHEL/CentOS) and basic Shell scripting
• Desktop/laptop hardware and software troubleshooting
• Basic networking: TCP/IP, LAN, Wi-Fi, VPN
• Backup, patch management, antivirus, and system monitoring
• Good troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
• Qualification
• Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or a related field.
• Preferred
• Exposure to VMware/Hyper-V, AWS/Azure, PowerShell/Bash, and IT helpdesk/ticketing tools.

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.