This is a hybrid role (4 days in office/1 day remote).
About your team:
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is seeking a Desktop Support Engineer to join our Information Technology team. This role provides first-level technical support for Microsoft Windows platforms across the organization. You will assist business and development end-users via phone, email, and a centralized ticketing system to resolve or escalate IT issues.
This position requires strong technical knowledge, polished communication skills, and a high sense of urgency. Ideal candidates will demonstrate intermediate expertise in Windows and networking technologies, patience with less technical users, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What will be your responsibilities within IBKR:
- Provide timely technical assistance for issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware in accordance with departmental SLAs.
- Support users via phone, email, in-person, and remote tools.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving desktops, laptops, virtual machines, smartphones, scanners, printers, and other peripherals.
- Install operating systems, applications, drivers, and configure system settings per departmental standards.
- Diagnose root causes of technical problems and implement permanent solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Document resolutions in the department's knowledge base and contribute to self-help resources for employees.
- Maintain detailed records of incident activity, including contact attempts and resolution notes, and escalate when necessary.
- Participate in departmental and firm-wide projects as assigned.
- Attend training sessions and team meetings to support productivity and development goals.
- Interface professionally with employees at all levels, including executives, to promote a positive image of the IT department.
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Which skills are required:
- Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
- Certifications such as A+, Network+, Microsoft, or VMware are a plus.
- Minimum 2+ years of technical support experience, or equivalent education and training.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
- Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to knowledge sharing.
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, flexible, and self-directed.
- Resourceful and proactive in solving problems independently.
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks in a technical environment
Technical Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of:
- Entra ID and Azure services
- Administrative scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
- Intune packaging and PC deployments
- TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, DNS, DHCP
- Active Directory environments and Office 365 cloud applications
- Desktop imaging, application deployment, hard drive encryption, domains, and group policies
Company Benefits & Perks
- Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus, and stock grants
- Retirement plan (401(k)) with competitive company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
- Company-paid healthcare premium
- Wellness screenings, health coaching, and counseling services via Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Daily lunch allowance and fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks
- Corporate events, team outings, volunteer activities, and company sports teams
- Education reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities
This role's anticipated base salary range is $85,000 to $95,000 annually based on skills and experience. The offered salary is just part of the total compensation package. In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers both a discretionary cash bonus and a stock award as well as a wide range of benefits, including health care, tuition reimbursement, and much more.