Technical Support Engineer

fis; Illinois; On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

FIS Brokerage is seeking a technical support specialist to troubleshoot applications and provide production support across multiple platforms in a fast-paced Linux environment.

You will monitor, diagnose, and resolve client connectivity issues, collaborate with internal and external clients, and ensure compliance with trading and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of problem resolution and escalation practices.
• Ability to support FIS Brokerage applications and procedures.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and network protocols.
• Experience with Windows and Linux Server OS and related apps.
• Troubleshooting and escalation experience.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical users.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Monitor and debug data transmissions via various methods.
• Maintain brokerage security access for clients.
• Monitor server resources and take action when needed.
• Create and maintain Windows/Unix scripting processes.
• Handle production issues and change requests.
• Listen effectively to understand client inquiries.

Responsibilities

• L1 monitoring and production support.
• Monitor connectivity between clients and FIS Brokerage network.
• Investigate error alerts from systems.
• First-level technical support for multiple customers; some implementation of network connectivity.
• Communicate with internal and external clients.
• Answer client questions regarding transmissions and connections.
• Document and track incidents in ticketing system for timely resolution.
• Prioritize and escalate incidents based on impact and guidelines.
• Adhere to compliance rules relating to trading and reporting.
• Follow SOPs and escalation procedures.
• Position is 80% technical and 20% project/customer management.
• Support 24x7x365 operations (rotating on-call and holidays).

Skills

TCP/IP knowledge

Linux/Windows servers

Network protocols

FIS Brokerage apps

Troubleshooting

Non-technical translation

Interpersonal skills

Data transmission debugging

Security access management

Server monitoring

Scripting (Windows/Unix)

Ticketing & changes

Active listening

Tools

Windows server OS

Linux server OS

WebSphere MQ

FTP management

Connect Direct

Job description

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.

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