Job title : Technical Support Specialist
Reporting to : Technical Support Manager
Location : Cape Town
WHAT WE DO
Lula is an innovative and human-focused FinTech company on a mission to help small businesses optimize their cash flow. Our purpose is to help SMEs manage their businesses better faster and more simply so they can spend more time doing what they love.
If youre looking for a new place to call home that believes in the potential of the broader SME landscape in South Africa and a place where youll work with awesome people then Lulas the place for you!
Were making business banking fast human Lula!
Culture Code :
- We Embrace Curiosity- We continuously seek better ways to deliver value with a solutions-over-problems mindset.
- We win as One - We collaborate build strong relationships and value diverse perspectives
- Were Driven by Purpose - We are passionate and committed to delivering the best products and services for SME
- We Execute with Ambition - We set ambitious goals embrace challenges and deliver with focus and determination.
OVERALL PURPOSE
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Technical Support Specialist to join our dynamic support team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing outstanding technical support to our customers via various communication channels such as phone email and live chat. You will assist users in troubleshooting software and hardware issues resolving technical problems and guiding them through product usage and best practices. Your ability to communicate technical information clearly and empathetically will be crucial to ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Responsibilities will include :
Providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting for complex hardware software and system issues acting as an escalation point for junior team members.Administering and maintaining user accounts and devices across Identity endpoint and other software solutions including complex configurations and policy management.Proactively monitoring system performance and identifying potential issues contributing to preventive maintenance.Assisting in the deployment configuration and management of new hardware and software solutions.Collaborating with senior support specialists and other teams on projects system upgrades and new technology implementations.Documenting detailed support interactions resolutions and contributing to the development of comprehensive knowledge base articles and technical documentation.Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements within the Technical Support function.Participate in the maintenance and optimization of the IT Asset Management (ITAM) system ensuring accurate inventory and lifecycle tracking.Stay current with evolving technologies industry best practices and internal system changes applying this knowledge to improve support services.Manage vendor relationships for IT support-related products and services .Plan and implement Technical solutions and projects from conception to completion working closely with other Technology departments and stakeholders.THE COMPETENCIES WERE AFTER
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProactive and self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and growAbility to work collaborativelyStrong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detailHighly credible and trustworthyOpen and honestStrong planning skills and ability to prioritizeAdaptable and flexibleResilient to change and ambiguityTHE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WERE LOOKING FOR
Matric certificate or equivalentA N and Microsoft MD-102 or similar technical qualification are essential.Certification or working knowledge of the ITIL framework is advantageous3 years of hands-on experience in a technical support role demonstrating increasing responsibility and technical proficiency.2 years of experience with office networking and wireless technologies such as Mikrotik and Ubiquiti is essential2 years of Experience with Microsoft 365 Microsoft Entra and Intune.Proficient with Google Workspace administration.2 years of experience in a high-pressure fast-paced environmentExperience with ITSM and ITAM tools is essentialExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a keen eye for detailOutstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a user-centric approachFamiliarity with a wide range of software operating systems and hardware componentsAbility to work under pressure prioritize tasks and meet deadlinesA proactive self-driven attitude with a passion for continuous learning and improvementPlease note that all appointments are subject to our background checking process which may include Credit Criminal and any other job inherent checks.
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Dhcp,SQL,Active Directory,VOIP,VMware,Customer Service,Windows,Trouble Shooting,Java,VPN,Sharepiont,hardware,Dns,Technical Support,Software Applications
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Monthly Salary Salary : 102 - 102