Senior Manager - Global Desktop and End-User Support (BPIT, North Reading)

Teradyne; Reading (MA); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Teradyne seeks a Senior Manager - Global Desktop & End-User Support to lead desktop, field, VIP, and A/V support worldwide, owning the end-user computing lifecycle and modernizing service delivery with automation and AI-powered tools.

The role reports to the Head of Infrastructure & Operations, manages budgets and vendor relationships, and drives service quality and endpoint security across regions. 10+ years in IT and strong leadership required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in IT desktop support or service desk management with 3+ years leading global or multi-region teams.
• Experience managing budget and vendor relationships for end-user computing in a complex enterprise.
• Strong expertise in Windows, Active Directory, identity management, Microsoft 365, and endpoint security technologies.
• Experience driving automation, analytics, or AI-driven improvements in support operations.
• Familiarity with AI platforms such as Microsoft Copilot or AI-powered ITSM tools.
• Experience with ITSM platforms like Jira Service Management or ServiceNow.
• Proven leadership, communication, and analytical skills with global impact.
• ITAR-regulated environment experience and relevant certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead global desktop, field, VIP, and A/V support operations across regions.
• Design and deploy AI-enabled workflows, automation, and self-service solutions.
• Develop scalable processes for knowledge management and service quality measurement.
• Mentor global teams on AI tools and modern support practices.
• Stay current on desktop and endpoint technologies and drive adoption.
• Oversee end-user asset and endpoint lifecycle globally (onboarding/offboarding).
• Manage budgets and vendor performance for hardware, software, and tooling.
• Negotiate SLAs and report performance with corrective actions.
• Establish disaster recovery and business continuity for desktop services.
• Ensure ITAR/data privacy compliance within supported operations.
• Collaborate with Helpdesk on ITSM tooling and escalation paths.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor relationships

Mentoring

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-region leadership

AI-enabled workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

ITIL/ITSM or relevant certifications

Tools

Jira Service Management

ServiceNow

Microsoft 365

Endpoint management tools

AI-enabled ITSM platforms

Job description

Senior Manager - Global Desktop and End-User Support (BPIT, North Reading)

Date: Aug 25, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together,Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

The Manager, Global Desktop & End-User Support leads Teradyne's desktop, field, VIP, and audio/visual (A/V) support operations worldwide, owning the full lifecycle of end-user computing while modernizing service delivery through automation, analytics, and AI-powered tools. Reporting to the Head of Infrastructure & Operations and Digital Workplace, this global leader manages the desktop and end-user support budget and vendor relationships, partners closely with the Helpdesk/Service Desk organization on a shared escalation model, and continuously raises service quality, endpoint security, and support efficiency across every region.

• Lead global desktop, field, VIP, and A/V support operations, including Tier 2–3 service delivery, service performance, and team development across all regions.
• Design and deploy AI-enabled workflows, automation, and self-service solutions that improve efficiency and the end-user experience globally.
• Build and maintain scalable processes for knowledge management and service quality measurement.
• Mentor and upskill global support teams on AI tools, automation, modern support practices, and continuous learning.
• Stay current on desktop and endpoint technology and drive adoption of new capabilities across the end-user computing environment.
• Own end-user asset and endpoint lifecycle management globally (acquire, deploy, repair, collect, and retire), including onboarding and offboarding execution and user ID/access provisioning support.
• Manage the desktop and end-user support budget, and own vendor relationships and performance for endpoint hardware, software, and support tooling.
• Negotiate and manage service level agreements for desktop and end-user support; measure and report performance and drive corrective action.
• Establish disaster recovery and business continuity plans for desktop and endpoint services.
• Support compliance with ITAR, data privacy, and enterprise governance requirements through secure, controlled support operations.
• Partner with the Helpdesk/Service Desk function on shared ITSM tooling, escalation paths, and knowledge management to ensure a seamless Tier 1 to Tier 2/3 handoff.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in IT desktop support or service desk management, including at least 3 years leading global or multi-region teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing budget and vendor relationships for end-user computing and support in a complex enterprise environment.
• Strong expertise in Windows operating systems, Active Directory, identity management, Microsoft 365, endpoint management tools, and endpoint security technologies.
• Experience improving support operations through automation, analytics, or AI-driven approaches.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled platforms such as Microsoft Copilot or AI-powered ITSM tools.
• Experience with ITSM platforms such as Jira Service Management or ServiceNow and related automation capabilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate technical capabilities into business outcomes across regions.
• Proven ability to mentor teams, guide change, and foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
• Experience in ITAR-regulated or similarly controlled environments preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft, CompTIA, or security, AI, automation, or data analytics certifications are a plus.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $132,000 - $211,300. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan:This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits:
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.

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