Technical Escalations Engineering Lead

Job Description
Position Type :
Full time Type Of Hire :
Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired :
Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage :
5 - 10%
Job Description
About the Team:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Escalations Lead to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer support within a SaaS or similar customer-facing software company, coupled with experience in coding/engineering tasks. This role is critical in developing and managing our technical escalation processes, ensuring timely and effective resolution of complex issues that impact our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Development: Build and refine the process and reporting structure for technical escalations, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer satisfaction.
Investigatory Work: Conduct in-depth investigations into technical issues, including writing scripts, creating monitors, writing SQL queries, and making operational configuration changes.
Weekly Operations Reviews: Lead weekly operations review meetings, presenting key findings, progress on ongoing issues, and driving strategic discussions on improvement opportunities.
Metrics and Reporting: Identify, track, and report on key metrics related to technical escalations, utilizing data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement within the support organization.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Support, Engineering, and other departments to ensure a seamless escalation process, fostering a culture of transparency and responsiveness.
Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives to improve processes, tools, and team capabilities to enhance the overall effectiveness of technical support and escalation management.
Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to team members involved in escalation processes, promoting a positive and collaborative team environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years in customer support roles within a SaaS or customer-facing software company, with at least 1 year in a role involving coding/engineering tasks.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript), SQL, and experience with operational configuration changes. Familiarity with monitoring tools and software debugging is a plus.
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and devise effective solutions.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead projects and teams, with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and the development of team members.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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
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