Technical Support Engineer

FIS; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities to innovate in fintech

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

FIS is seeking a technical support professional for the Brokerage division to troubleshoot and support multiple products/platforms. The role emphasizes 80% technical tasks and 20% customer/project coordination in a fast-paced Linux environment.

You will monitor client connectivity, investigate alerts, and provide frontline system support with strong communication to clients. 24x7 on-call shifts are required, with a focus on security and compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of TCP/IP and other network protocols.
• Experience with troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical personnel.
• Knowledge of Windows & Linux Server OS.
• Experience with monitoring and production support.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• L1 monitoring and production support.
• Monitor connectivity between clients and FIS Brokerage network.
• Investigate error alerts from various systems.
• Provide first-level technical system support for multiple customers.
• Communicate with internal and external clients.
• Document and track client incidents in ticketing system.
• Adhere to compliance rules relating to trading and reporting.
• Work 24x7x365 operations (on-call).
• Position is 80% technical and 20% project/customer management.

Skills

TCP/IP knowledge

Windows & Linux servers

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Incident tracking

Scripting basics

Tools

FTP management

WebSphere MQ

Connect Direct

Job description

Position Type :

Full time

Type Of Hire :

Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)

Job Description

The world of finance moves fast. At FIS, we're faster. Our teams are empowered to learn, grow, and make an impact-in their careers and communities. We deliver innovation that advances the way the world pays, banks and invests. If you want to grow personally and professionally, we'd like to know:

About the role

FIS Brokerage is looking for a technical support personnel who will be responsible for technical application troubleshooting and support multiple products/platforms. Application Support for SGN Applications and System level Monitoring. This position will also provide troubleshooting with connectivity issues for various clients and external and internal vendors.

About the team

You would be working with some of the best technologists in the industry supporting a complex Linux environment for FIS Brokerage. This is an exciting and collaborative team. We are passionate about our work and take a client-first approach to everything we do.

Position Responsibilities

• L1 Monitoring and Production support.
• Monitor connectivity between clients and FIS Brokerage network.
• Monitor and Investigate error alerts from various systems.
• Responsible for first level technical system support for multiple customers along with some implementation of network connectivity for new and existing customers.
• Communication with internal and external clients.
• Answer client questions relating to transmissions and connections.
• Documents, tracks and monitors client incidents in ticketing system to ensure a timely resolution.
• Prioritizes and escalates support incidents and requests based on business impact and documented guidelines.
• Adhere to compliance rules relating to trading, trade monitoring and reporting.
• Follow SOPs and escalation procedure as defined.
• Other related duties assigned as needed.
• Position is 80% technical and 20% project/customer management.
• Supporting 24x7x365 Operations (rotating on-call and holiday support is required)

Skills/Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic problem resolution and escalation practices
• Ability to provide appropriate level of support and guidance with FIS Brokerage applications and procedures
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and other network protocols
• Knowledge of Windows & Linux Server OS and communication applications (FTP management, WebSphere MQ, Connect Direct, etc...)
• Experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis and resolution of complex technical issues as well as escalation
• Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical personnel highly desired.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, business and technical judgment, negotiation, problem solving and verbal and written communication skills.
• Monitor, assist with and debug data transmissions via various transmission methods
• Maintain FIS Brokerage Security access for full service customers
• Monitor production servers disk space, memory, CPU, etc. via tools provided and take appropriate action when necessary
• Maintain custom Windows and Unix Scripting processes
• Work ticket for production issues and change requests
• Effective use of listening skills to develop an understanding of client inquiries and problems

Added bonus if you have

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting both Linux and Windows Servers
• Proven experience interacting with external and internal Clients/Customers.

What we offer you

At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you receive exceptional benefits including:

• Opportunities to innovate in fintech
• Tools for personal and professional growth
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Resources to invest in your community
• Competitive salary and benefits.

FIS is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive compensation. The pay range for this full-time position is $29.97 - $47.95 and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position based on the posted role, level, and location. Within the range, actual individual starting pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Any changes in work location will also impact actual individual starting pay. Please consult with your recruiter about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑time basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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