Service desk engineer

Project Description Luxoft s client is a FinTech providing technology and business processing services to Hedge Funds and Asset Managers. With a unique value proposition including a best-of-breed in-house trading and risk management platform, coupled with business processing services, the client has a highly skilled core team in London, Connecticut and Hong Kong which Luxoft will supplement and enhance. An excellent opportunity for personal development in a dynamic environment. The client is in a growth phase and requires high performing and motivated individuals to join the services teams provided by Luxoft. As a Service Desk Engineer (L1) you will be at the forefront of our customer support operations. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our clients IT systems run smoothly by providing timely and effective technical assistance, understanding the root of the problem and ensuring that client end users are able to continue with their business activities. Responsibilities 1. Client Support: Provide first-level technical support to clients via phone, email, or chat. Quickly and accurately diagnose and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity. Escalate complex issues to senior engineers or specialized teams when necessary. 2. Incident Management: Create and maintain detailed records of client interactions and reported issues in the ticketing system. Prioritize and manage multiple support tickets, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). Follow up with clients to ensure issue resolution and customer satisfaction. 3. Remote Troubleshooting: Utilize remote desktop tools to access and troubleshoot clients computers and systems. Assist clients with software installations, updates, and configuration changes remotely. Offer guidance and instructions to clients for self-help and basic troubleshooting. 4. Hardware and Software Support: Assist clients with hardware issues, including desktops, laptops, printers, and peripherals. Provide guidance on software applications, troubleshoot software-related problems, and assist with installations and updates. 5. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of common issues and solutions. Contribute to the creation and updating of support documentation, FAQs, and user guides. Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues to enhance the overall effectiveness of the service desk. 6. Client Education: Educate clients on best practices for IT security and data protection. Provide training and guidance to clients on the use of various IT tools and applications. 7. Collaboration: Collaborate with other IT teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and security experts, to resolve complex issues. Participate in team meetings and provide input on process improvements and client feedback. Skills Must have Proven experience in a technical support role or as a service desk engineer. Strong knowledge of common operating systems (Windows, Linux) and desktop applications. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Customer-focused with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet SLA commitments. Nice to have IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, or ITIL certification is a plus. Languages English: C2 Proficient Seniority Regular Relocation package If needed, we can help you with relocation process. Vacancy Specialization Technical Support (SL1) Ref Number VR-100300