Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Bengaluru
About Param
Param is Bengaluru’s large-scale, multi-facility experience centre, bringing together science, innovation, history and culture into a single, immersive destination. Param Foundation operates multiple offices, makerspace and centres that support programs, research and public engagement.
Role Overview
The IT Support Engineer will be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day IT operations across all Param locations. This includes end-user support, system reliability, and maintenance of IT infrastructure. The role requires a hands‑on approach to troubleshooting, strong ownership of IT systems, and the ability to independently manage support across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Responsibilities
- Provide end‑user IT support across offices, centres, and makerspace.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues with quick turnaround times.
- Ensure uptime and smooth functioning of internet, LAN/Wi‑Fi and shared systems.
- Support user onboarding and offboarding, including device setup and access management.
- Handle helpdesk requests and maintain basic logs of issues and resolutions.
Periodic Responsibilities
- Manage Google Workspace administration including user access, permissions and groups.
- Maintain IT asset inventory, including allocation, tracking and lifecycle management.
- Track software licenses and subscriptions, ensuring compliance and renewals.
- Perform routine system checks, updates and preventive maintenance.
- Ensure device sanitization and data security during reallocation or disposal.
Project & Implementation Support
- Assist in IT infrastructure setup and upgrades across locations.
- Support installation and maintenance of biometric devices (Biomax, eSSL, Matrix).
- Coordinate with vendors for hardware procurement, repairs and installations.
- Assist in setting up new centres, makerspace or office IT infrastructure.
Systems & Data Support.
- Support basic database‑related tasks (SQL Server preferred).
- Maintain documentation of systems, configurations and network setups.
- Follow IT security best practices including access control and system hygiene.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Diploma in Computer Science or Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science or related field.
- 1‑3 years of experience in IT support, desktop support or system administration.
- Strong understanding of network fundamentals and troubleshooting.
- Hands‑on experience in end‑user support and helpdesk operations.
- Experience with Google Workspace administration.
- Familiarity with IT asset management and device lifecycle processes.
- Good problem‑solving ability and clear communication skills.
- Ability to work independently across multiple locations.
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting IT operations in multi‑location environments.
- Exposure to IT security practices and system access controls.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems and IT documentation.
- Basic knowledge of SQL Server.
- Experience handling vendor coordination and small‑scale IT projects.
Why Join Param Foundation
- Be part of a large‑scale, mission‑driven project redefining science and cultural engagement.
- Work on diverse IT systems across centres, makerspaces and upcoming large public infrastructure.
- Gain hands‑on exposure to both operations and infrastructure setup.
- Opportunity to grow into larger IT.