Technical Services Engineer III
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Responsibilities
- Desktop Engineering
- Objective:
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in desktop technologies including hardware, software, and end-user support.
- Implement, and maintain desktop environments for Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, and iOS.
- Manage endpoint configurations, including imaging, application packaging, and automated deployments.
- Support the evaluation and deployment of device management solutions (e.g., Intune, Jamf, Landscape).
- Oversee patch management processes and ensure timely updates for operating systems and applications.
- Enforce endpoint security policies including encryption, antivirus, device compliance, and vulnerability remediation.
- Create and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, etc.) to streamline provisioning, software installs, and maintenance.
- Collaborate with InfoSec to ensure device compliance with regulatory and security standards.
- Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for complex endpoint issues unresolved by helpdesk team.
- Systems Administration
- Objective:
- Support system upgrades and migrations under the guidance of the Principal Systems Engineer.
- Assist a Senior Systems Administrator in day-to-day activities.
- Administer Azure AD, and group policies for user/device management.
- Perform routine maintenance and health checks on core infrastructure systems and VDI.
- Maintain integrations with productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google Workspace).
- Monitor system performance and coordinate upgrades or fixes as needed.
- Participate in disaster recovery planning and endpoint backup/restore strategies.
- ITSM - Change and Incident Management
- Objective:
- To manage changes to IT systems and the desktop environment in a controlled manner-minimizing risk and disruption while aligning with business goals-and to restore normal service promptly when incidents occur, minimizing user impact and maintaining service quality.
- Support change control processes for any updates or modifications to the desktop environment or related systems.
- Document all changes, coordinate approval workflows, and ensure rollback plans are in place.
- Take ownership of major incidents involving end-user systems or desktop infrastructure.
- Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) and implement long-term fixes to prevent recurrence.
- Ensure timely resolution of escalated tickets and adherence to SLAs and KPIs.
- Contribute to and help enforce the incident management and escalation pro
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We are CARIAD , an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We're looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we'll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it. Role Summary: The Technical Service Engineer III plays a pivotal role in establishing IT as a Service at CARIAD Inc., with a focus on evolving desktop engineering and endpoint management across a diverse ecosystem of Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, and iOS devices. This role combines technical expertise with strong service management acumen, ensuring reliable and secure systems administration while driving process maturity across change, incident, and problem management disciplines. In this role, you will implement, and maintain scalable desktop solutions, enforce compliance and security standards, and manage the full lifecycle of IT assets. You'll also serve as an escalation point for complex endpoint issues and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless digital workplace experience. Your contributions will directly support a stable, efficient, and user-centric IT environment across the organization.
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