IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
at PEAK6
Posted: 2-5-2025
Remote
Information Technology and Computer Science
$56,730/year
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About this Career
Computer User Support Specialists
Skills
Technical Acumen, NoSQL, Microsoft SQL Servers, Prioritization, Linux, RESTful API, Customer Service, Swagger UI, Scripting, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Operating Systems, Postman API Platform
Job Description
IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Peak6- 3.
Austin, TX Job Details Full-time Estimated:
$56.6K- $67.
WHO WE ARE
Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers. Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, Belfast, and Manila. If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you. AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including: 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company- presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards 2021 Most Innovative Companies
- presented by Fast Company 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology
- presented by Global Fintech Awards
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The IT Support Specialist will play a key role in providing world-class technical support to our clients and partners while ensuring the reliability and smooth operation of Apex's software and services platform. This position requires a service-oriented mindset, strong technical acumen, and the ability to identify opportunities to improve both the client experience and internal systems. Duties/Responsibilities Provide frontline support by triaging new reports or inquiries from clients and vendors through various supported channels, aiming to reduce escalations to senior support staff. Improve client and vendor satisfaction through quick and effective issue responses and ultimate resolutions. Maintain internal SLOs for ticket response and resolution times, and meet internal and external SLAs where applicable. Update and maintain runbooks, knowledge bases, and other documentation, implementing improvements and updates as needed. Monitor systems and trends to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, decreasing frequency and severity of application incidents. Education and/or Experience 2+ years of prior experience in customer-facing roles is required. Strong foundational knowledge and exposure to networking, operating systems (Linux and Windows), and databases (MSSQL and/or NoSQL). Required Skills/Abilities Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate problem descriptions into actionable solutions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Eagerness to continually learn and grow, especially when working with unfamiliar technologies. Calm and composed demeanor when handling issues, ensuring a positive customer experience. Preferred Skills Familiarity with tools like Postman and Swagger that interact with REST APIs. Exposure to databases (MSSQL or NoSQL). Some experience with scripting in any language. Work Environment 1st Shift (8am- 5pm CST) This is a hybrid position requiring 3 office days per week and 2 flexible days to work from home.
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$36,420/yr
$86,250/yr