Technical Support

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.

A Desktop Support Engineer provides technical assistance to end-users, ensuring that desktops, laptops, and peripheral devices operate efficiently. The role involves diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues, managing installations and upgrades, and maintaining system security. They serve as the first line of IT support, helping employees remain productive by minimizing downtime and ensuring reliable system performance.

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.

About the Role

We are looking for a customer-focused and technically proficient IT Support Engineer (L1) with 1-2 years of

experience to join our IT Support team. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in desktop

support, hardware and software troubleshooting, Microsoft 365 administration, Windows operating

systems, and basic networking.

The candidate will be responsible for providing first-level technical support, resolving user issues, managing

support tickets, configuring end-user devices, and ensuring timely resolution of incidents while delivering

excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

End-User Support

• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, operating system, and application-related issues.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, and peripheral devices.

• Assist users with Microsoft Office applications and Windows operating systems.

• Perform system health checks and preventive maintenance.

Microsoft 365 Administration

• Create, modify, and manage Microsoft 365 user accounts and licenses.

• Support Microsoft 365 services including:

o Exchange Online

o Microsoft Teams

o OneDrive for Business

o SharePoint Online (Basic)

• Perform password resets and mailbox troubleshooting.

• Manage shared mailboxes, distribution groups, and Microsoft 365 groups.

• Support Microsoft Outlook configuration and synchronization issues.

Windows Administration

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows 10 and Windows 11.

• Join devices to Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID.

• Configure user profiles and local security settings.

• Perform operating system updates and driver installations.

• Troubleshoot boot, performance, and application issues.

Helpdesk & Ticket Management

• Log, prioritize, and resolve incidents using ITSM/Ticketing tools.

• Ensure incidents are resolved within defined SLA timelines.

• Escalate unresolved issues to senior engineers when required.

• Maintain accurate troubleshooting notes and resolution details.

• Create and update knowledge base articles.

Hardware & Software Support

• Install and configure desktop and laptop hardware.

• Diagnose hardware failures and coordinate warranty replacements.

• Install and update software applications.

• Perform hardware upgrades such as RAM, SSD, and peripheral replacements.

• Support antivirus installation and endpoint protection.

Basic Networking Support

• Troubleshoot LAN, Wi-Fi, and internet connectivity issues.

• Verify IP configuration, DNS, DHCP, and default gateway settings.

• Configure basic TCP/IP settings.

• Assist with printer and network drive connectivity.

• Escalate advanced network issues to the Network Team.

User Administration

• Create and manage Active Directory user accounts.

• Reset passwords and unlock user accounts.

• Manage user permissions and group memberships.

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities.