Senior Technical Support Engineer - West Coast

Vertex, Inc.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex, Inc. is seeking an experienced Enterprise Support Engineer to own complex customer issues on the West Coast from assignment through resolution. You will troubleshoot ERP, eCommerce, and integrations and participate in on‑call rotations.

You will collaborate across Product Management, Development and Quality Assurance to reproduce defects, validate fixes, and contribute to knowledge management while maintaining customer communication and accountability for technical decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise software support experience in customer-facing roles.
• Experience handling complex escalations and high-visibility incidents.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own complex customer issues from initial assignment through final resolution.
• Lead technical investigations during critical incidents and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Development and QA to reproduce defects and validate fixes.
• Create and maintain KCS content and troubleshooting procedures.
• Mentor junior staff and drive process improvements for support efficiency.

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

DB2

Linux/Unix

REST APIs

SOAP services

XML

JSON

Java

Web services

Authentication protocols

Cloud technologies

Application architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Workday

Job description

Job Description

This role is for a dedicated West Coast support team, and applicants must be residents of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, or Arizona.

Own complex customer issues from initial assignment through final resolution; serve as the primary contact for high-priority and escalated cases, including executive-level escalation calls and customer-facing meetings.

Troubleshoot highly complex technical issues spanning databases, APIs, web services, networking, cloud platforms, ERP integrations, authentication, security, and infrastructure components; perform root cause analysis and validate corrective actions and production workarounds.

Support complex Vertex product functionality and configuration issues; troubleshoot ERP, eCommerce, and third‑party integrations; analyze end‑to‑end transaction flows across customer systems and Vertex platforms.

Lead technical investigations during critical incidents and production‑impacting events; develop recovery and mitigation strategies; coordinate cross‑functional resources and participate in rotational on‑call responsibilities.

Collaborate with Product Management, Development, and Quality Assurance to document and reproduce defects, validate fixes, and submit enhancement recommendations based on customer observations and product trends.

Create and maintain Knowledge‑Centered Service (KCS) content and troubleshooting procedures; leverage AI‑enabled tools to accelerate research, synthesize information across systems, and support issue resolution while maintaining full accountability for technical decisions and customer communications.

Mentor less senior team members; lead process improvement initiatives that enhance support efficiency and customer experience.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise software support experience in customer‑facing roles, with demonstrated experience handling complex escalations and critical production‑impacting incidents.
• Demonstrated expertise in several of the following: SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, DB2, Linux/Unix, networking protocols, REST APIs, SOAP services, XML, JSON, Java, web services, authentication protocols, cloud technologies, or application architecture.
• Experience troubleshooting ERP, eCommerce, and third‑party integrations, including platforms such as SAP, Oracle ERP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Workday, or comparable systems.
• Proven ability to perform root cause analysis, lead cross‑functional resolution efforts, and develop mitigation and recovery strategies for high‑visibility customer situations.
• Strong customer‑facing communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions and escalation calls with both technical and non‑technical audiences, including executive stakeholders.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, troubleshooting procedures, and knowledge base content within a KCS or comparable framework.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert‑level knowledge of Vertex applications and platforms, including tax determination processes, transaction lifecycles, and supported product functionality.
• Experience with cloud technologies, performance analysis, and application architecture troubleshooting in enterprise SaaS or multi‑tenant environments.
• Familiarity with AI‑enabled support tools and agentic AI applications; willingness to partner in the evaluation and responsible adoption of emerging technologies within a support context.
• Experience supporting customer implementation, upgrade, migration, or integration activities in a collaborative, customer‑facing capacity.
• Prior experience with Knowledge‑Centered Service (KCS) methodology or a comparable knowledge management and content governance framework.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience accepted in lieu of a formal degree.

COMMENTS: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

VERTEX VALUES: Together We Win

• Play to Win or We Don't Play — If we choose to do something, we're choosing to win. That mindset raises our bar on product quality, customer outcomes, and how we show up for one another.
• Work As a Team, Putting the Customer At the Core — Our customers are our true north. Whatever your role, ask: how will this help a customer succeed today? We earn trust through outcomes, not promises.
• Achieve Excellence With Integrity, Speed, and Agility — The market isn't slowing down. We'll move faster, adapt quickly, and never compromise on doing things the right way — for teammates, customers, and partners.
• Innovate Boldly With a Growth Mindset — Progress demands smart risk. We'll try new approaches, learn fast, and keep pushing the boundaries — especially where AI can remove friction and unlock value.
• Communicate with Care, Candor and Transparency — Honest, constructive conversations make us better. Let's speak plainly about what's working and what isn't and help each other improve.

Pay Transparency Statement

US Base Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $112,500.00 Base pay offered to new hires may vary based upon factors including relevant industry and job‑related skills and experience, geographic location, and business needs.* The range displayed does not encompass the full potential of the role, which allows for further growth and career progression. In addition, as a part of our total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role‑specific sales commission/bonus, and/or equity grants. *In no case will your pay fall below applicable local minimum wage requirements.

Vertex is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact 610-640-4200 or [e-mail]. This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non‑disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.