Service Desk Engineer

Bangalore, Karnataka
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Our CompanyWe're Hitachi Digital, a company at the forefront of digital transformation and the fastest growing division of Hitachi Group. We're crucial to the company's strategy and ambition to become a premier global player in the massive and fast-moving digital transformation market.Our group companies, including GlobalLogic, Hitachi Digital Services, Hitachi Vantara and more, offer comprehensive services that span the entire digital lifecycle, from initial idea to full-scale operation and the infrastructure to run it on. Hitachi Digital represents One Hitachi, integrating domain knowledge and digital capabilities, and harnessing the power of the entire portfolio of services, technologies, and partnerships, to accelerate synergy creation and make real-world impact for our customers and society as a whole.Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to unleash a digital future. We don't expect you to 'fit' every requirement - your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.The TeamWe are seeking a proactive and customer-focused L1 Support Engineer to provide first-line technical assistance for Microsoft-based systems, applications, and identity management tools. You will be the first point of contact for end-users seeking support via phone, email, chat, or ticketing systems. Your role is to resolve basic technical issues, escalate complex problems to higher tiers, and ensure a smooth, secure, and responsive support experience.This is an English-speaking role in a global support environment; all communication, documentation, and interaction with users will be conducted in English.The Role

Respond promptly to incoming support requests via ticketing system, email, chat, or phone.
Diagnose and resolve basic issues related to:

Microsoft Windows OS (Windows 10/11)
Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint)
Active Directory (password resets, account lockouts, group memberships)
Okta Single Sign-On (SSO) and MFA troubleshooting
Printer and network connectivity issues
Accurately categorize, prioritize, and document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the service desk system.
Escalate unresolved issues to L2/L3 support teams following defined escalation paths.
Provide clear, step-by-step technical assistance (written and verbal) to users with varying technical skills.
Assist with user onboarding and offboarding processes, including account setup, access permissions, and identity verification.
Monitor systems for anomalies or outages and report promptly to relevant teams.
Follow standard operating procedures, ITIL practices, and security guidelines.
Meet or exceed SLAs for response and resolution times and maintain high customer satisfaction ratings.

What you'll bringRequired Qualifications

Fluency in written and spoken English is required; ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users.
Diploma, degree, or relevant certifications/experience in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
Up to 3-4 years of experience in IT support, help desk, or related environment (entry-level candidates with training or certifications will be considered).
Basic knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft 365 applications, and Active Directory.
Familiarity with Okta or other SSO platforms, including basic identity and access management concepts.
Understanding of basic networking concepts (IP, DNS, VPN, Wi-Fi).
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work in a follow-the-sun support model, including overnight or weekend shifts when required.

Preferred Qualifications

CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified: Fundamentals, or equivalent certifications.
Experience with ITSM/ticketing tools (ServiceNow, Jira, Freshdesk, or similar).
Exposure to remote support tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, RDP).
Basic awareness of security and compliance best practices.
Additional language skills are a plus.

Key Competencies

Customer-first mindset and empathy in problem resolution.
Patience, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Team collaboration and adaptability in a global, multicultural environment.

About usWe're a global, 1000-strong, diverse team of professional experts, promoting and delivering Social Innovation through our One Hitachi initiative (OT x IT x Product) and working on projects that have a real-world impact. We're curious, passionate and empowered, blending our legacy of 110 years of innovation with our shaping our future. Here you're not just another employee; you're part of a tradition of excellence and a community working towards creating a digital future.#LI-AP

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