Job Summary
Deskside engineers provide support for the desktop environment including responsibility for deployment of Desktop/Laptop and when applicable, application installation, troubleshooting, incident and request handling
Key Responsibilities:
· Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems at the customer's site.
· Diagnose and resolve technical problems in the field, providing immediate support.
· Install, configure and calibrate equipment, ensuring its proper operation.
· Train customers on the proper use of equipment and systems.
· Manage service calls, document activities and maintain detailed records.
· Collaborate with the engineering team to solve complex problems and propose improvements.
Qualifications and Requirements:
· Engineering, Information Technology or related field.
· Proven experience in field technical support, preferably as a Field Service Support.
· Advanced technical knowledge of hardware, software and networks.
· Ability to diagnose and resolve problems effectively and efficiently.
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Availability to travel frequently and occasionally work outside of business hours.
· Valid driver's license and ability to drive to different locations.
Desirable Skills:
· Certifications in relevant technical areas (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified, Cisco CCNA).
· Experience with service and ticket management software (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce).
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good time management skills.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
