Technical Consultant

Movate; Polska; Remote; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Movate is seeking technically skilled Gig Workers – Technical Support to provide remote troubleshooting for gaming platforms, consoles, handheld devices, PC gaming services, and cloud platforms. You will diagnose issues, guide customers through steps, and document resolutions.

Ideal candidates have solid knowledge of PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and cloud gaming, with strong problem-solving and clear communication. This is a flexible remote role suitable for gig work.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical support or helpdesk.
• Remote technical support ability.
• Familiar with PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam, or cloud platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and structured troubleshooting.
• Good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for gaming platforms, devices, applications, and services.
• Diagnose and resolve common gaming-related technical issues.
• Assist customers with account access, login, password, and authentication-related issues.
• Troubleshoot game installation, download, update, launch, and performance issues.
• Assist with device setup, configuration, connectivity, and compatibility issues.
• Troubleshoot internet connectivity, Wi‑Fi, latency, and basic network‑related gaming issues.
• Support customers with gaming subscriptions and digital gaming services.
• Provide guidance on platform settings, system updates, application settings, and device configurations.
• Troubleshoot issues related to cloud gaming and game streaming.
• Identify the root cause of technical problems and provide appropriate resolutions or workarounds.
• Follow troubleshooting procedures and knowledge‑base documentation.
• Accurately document customer issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions.
• Escalate complex or unresolved technical issues according to defined processes.
• Maintain a high level of customer service while resolving technical concerns.

Skills

Gaming knowledge

Troubleshooting

Account troubleshooting

Networking basics

Remote support

Communication

Tools

Knowledge bases

Support documentation

Job description

We are looking for technically skilled Gig Workers – Technical Support to provide remote troubleshooting and technical assistance to customers using popular gaming platforms, consoles, handheld devices, PC gaming services, and cloud gaming platforms.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of gaming technology, operating systems, connectivity, account-related issues, game installation and launch problems, device configuration, and basic troubleshooting.

The role requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to understand customer issues and provide clear, step-by-step technical solutions.

Gaming Platforms & Ecosystems

Candidates should have familiarity with one or more of the following:

• PlayStation – Gaming consoles and online gaming services
• Nintendo Switch – Gaming console and ecosystem
• Steam – PC gaming platform and digital game store
• GeForce NOW – Cloud gaming service
• Google Play Games – Gaming ecosystem across PC and mobile
• PlayStation Plus – Gaming subscription and online services

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for gaming platforms, devices, applications, and services.
• Diagnose and resolve common gaming-related technical issues.
• Assist customers with account access, login, password, and authentication-related issues.
• Troubleshoot game installation, download, update, launch, and performance issues.
• Assist with device setup, configuration, connectivity, and compatibility issues.
• Troubleshoot internet connectivity, Wi‑Fi, latency, and basic network‑related gaming issues.
• Support customers with gaming subscriptions and digital gaming services.
• Provide guidance on platform settings, system updates, application settings, and device configurations.
• Troubleshoot issues related to cloud gaming and game streaming.
• Identify the root cause of technical problems and provide appropriate resolutions or workarounds.
• Follow troubleshooting procedures and knowledge‑base documentation.
• Accurately document customer issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions.
• Escalate complex or unresolved technical issues according to defined processes.
• Maintain a high level of customer service while resolving technical concerns.

Required Technical Skills

• Good understanding of gaming consoles, PCs, handheld gaming devices, and gaming applications.
• Knowledge of at least one major gaming ecosystem such as PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam, Xbox, or cloud gaming platforms.
• Basic understanding of:
• Windows and PC troubleshooting
• Wi‑Fi and internet connectivity
• Network configuration and latency
• Application installation and updates
• Device configuration and system settings
• Account/login troubleshooting
• Digital game downloads and installations
• Cloud gaming and game streaming
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues using a structured approach.
• Comfortable working with online tools, knowledge bases, and support documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in technical support, helpdesk, customer support, or gaming support.
• Experience troubleshooting PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam, Steam Deck, or other gaming devices.
• Experience with cloud gaming platforms such as GeForce NOW or Amazon Luna.
• Familiarity with gaming subscriptions and digital game stores.
• Experience supporting customers remotely.
• Strong understanding of PC hardware/software troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts such as DNS, IP addresses, Wi‑Fi, bandwidth, and latency.

Soft Skills

• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical solutions in simple language.
• Customer‑focused approach.
• Ability to work independently as a gig worker.
• Ability to follow predefined troubleshooting processes.
• Willingness to learn new gaming platforms and technologies

Candidate Eligibility

• Candidates with experience in technical support, gaming support, IT helpdesk, or relevant technical fields are preferred.
• Gaming enthusiasts with strong technical troubleshooting knowledge may also be considered.
• Candidates should be comfortable providing remote technical support.
• Candidates must have access to a reliable computer and stable internet connection, if required for the assignment.

Assessment / Selection Process

Candidates will be evaluated through a technical assessment covering areas such as:

• Gaming platform knowledge
• Network/connectivity troubleshooting
• Account and application issues

Candidates who successfully meet the required assessment score will be considered for the gig assignment.

Key Performance Expectations

• Accurate identification of technical issues
• Clear and customer-friendly communication
• Adherence to troubleshooting processes
• Quality and accuracy of issue resolution
• Timely completion of assigned support tickets

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a gaming enthusiast with strong technical troubleshooting skills who can independently diagnose customer issues and provide practical solutions across gaming consoles, PC gaming platforms, handheld devices, and cloud gaming services.

Note: Experience with one or more of the listed gaming platforms is required; expertise across all platforms is not mandatory.