About the Role
As a Deskside Support Technician (d/f/m) - Level 2, you will oversee field support operations across one or multiple sites and ensure high-quality technical service delivery. In this role, you serve as a key point of escalation, provide VIP support, guide junior team members, and manage on-site operational activities. You will deliver IMAC services, break-fix support, system imaging, and contribute to special customer-driven initiatives. This role is fully onsite in a manufacturing‑focused environment in Gaggenau.
Work Model – 100% Onsite (Gaggenau, Germany)
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Gaggenau, Baden Württemberg.
Key Responsibilities
Site Lead Responsibilities
- Responsible for Field Support (FS) operations across one or multiple sites.
- Provide VIP support and oversee the on-site support team.
- Offer technical training to junior team members.
Technical Support & Operations
- Deliver IMAC (Install, Move, Add, Change) services.
- Perform break‑fix support for end-user hardware and software.
- Stage, build, and image systems using the standard client image (eCore).
- Provide support for handhelds, rugged devices, laptops, and scanners used on the Manufacturing Shop Floor.
- Complete special projects as requested by the customer.
- Conduct data collection and preservation activities relevant to migrations and eDiscovery.
Required Qualifications
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency in German to collaborate with German‑speaking teams and clients (Language level C1-C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR))
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office and standard business applications.
- Excellent customer support and stakeholder-facing skills.
- 2–4 years of deskside or field support experience.
- A+, MCP, MCSE or equivalent certifications (desired).
Technical Skills
- Basic knowledge of:
- Networks
- Telecom
- Compute/storage
- Advanced knowledge of macOS & iOS environments and related administration.
- Advanced understanding of macOS imaging & endpoint deployment.
- Basic understanding of policies, user certificates, and keychain design/management.
- Advanced mobile device support expertise.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.