Senior IT Support Engineer

Flexport is looking for a Senior IT Support Engineer who is passionate about providing an amazing customer experience while delivering outstanding technical support to Flexport employees. Our team works cross-functionally with our partners in IT TechOps, Security, People Ops, Workplace and other teams to coordinate work, handle ticket escalations, and resolve issues. We onboard new employees, provision new hardware, provide hands-on support and adhere to security standards for all Flexport employees globally. Ultimately we are responsible for supporting Flexport enterprise technology around the world, in over 12 offices in 6 different countries.

• Assist Flexport employees via in-person walk-up, support ticket, email, or chat as needed.
• Document support and operations processes.
• Passionate about technology, have an excellent background in macOS, WindowsOS, software, hardware, network, troubleshooting, and are hungry to learn/grow in an Enterprise IT environment.
• Maintain accurate Asset Management records. 
• Design and execute projects to improve systems and operations.
• Manage the site support including end users, conference rooms, network and anything in the office proactively.
• Be the point of contact for the executives at / visiting the site.
• Willingness to travel to Flexport offices around the world (approx. 20% will be required).

• Minimum 5 years experience in IT Support in a professional environment.
• Experience using and managing ticket-based enterprise workflow management systems, particularly JIRA and other Atlassian products.
• Strong service-oriented mentality is a must. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills, ability and willingness to learn and cross train with other IT team members required. 
• Extensive Technical knowledge of macOS, Windows 10/11, corporate network, Google Workplace administration, Microsoft Office administration, MDM and video conferencing solutions.
• Comfort in working with and supporting all levels of an organization, up to and including company executives.
• Enthusiasm to learn and continuously develop your technical skills, and a love for solving problems with a high level of professionalism and passion for customer service.
• Experience managing the full scope of IT in the office, including building relationships with partner teams, establishing operational standards and providing the consistent high quality services.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation that includes after-hours and weekend support.
• Experience with a scripting language.
• Some heavy lifting required.

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make it easy and accessible for everyone. We’re shaping the future of a $8.6T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year. 

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Don’t be! Our mission is to make global trade easy for everyone. That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.

We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success. 

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global trade easy for everyone relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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