Technical Support Engineer
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As part of the Walt Disney Studios Technology team, you’ll be joining a group of seasoned, dedicated technologists solving a range of interesting problems in innovative ways in an exciting and dynamic environment. We’re looking for a passionate technician who will provide front-line end-user support as a part of the Technical Services and Systems Engineering (TSaSE) team with Shared Technology Services for Walt Disney Studios. You’re able to multitask in a highly complex, diverse, production environment. You focus on providing timely case/incident management within our commitment to service agreements and resolutions. You are engaged in team building with good interpersonal, verbal and relationship building skills.
The TSaSE team works directly with the engineering and architecture teams to implement and support critical production systems and applications. These systems and applications directly impact WDS ability to deliver the high-quality products through all stages of the movie making process. This position works to addresses a specialized competency vital to achieving this support effort by:
Providing exceptional technical support for our internal applications/systems, implementing, and supporting company technology initiatives working with clients to identify how technology can assist and improve their productivity within a production-based environment
Advocating on the client's behalf when collaborating with various technology teams supporting requirement-based initiatives
Ensuring all incidents, requests and issues are addressed or triaged, escalating to the correct teams for resolution.
Providing 24x7, global support to those specialized business and production functions that directly support various show-critical production operations.
What you will do:
Work with other segments and departments to drive Studio initiatives
Respond to user requests for hardware and software issues
Route requests to appropriate teams or escalate to teams when required
Communicate with users and senior management the status of issues
Provide technical guidance to users across studio on new workflows
Troubleshoot all hardware associated with end-user computing, mobile devices, printers, workstations, switches, etc.
Oversee small to medium projects, providing status updates to upper management, driving timely results
Implement continuous improvement methodology using IT systems and procedures
Capable of following and composing process and procedure documentation, training users in complex topics, and interacting positively with upper management and executive staff
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and with minimal guidance
Assist in defining and documenting processes related to supporting the studio
Thrives on technical challenges and takes pride in solving them
Strategic thinking both technically and business-wise
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work on-site 5 days a week, with occasional overtime request
Ability to travel (locally, domestic and international) up to 30% of the time
What’s Your Story?
3-5 years' experience in a desktop support, executive or production/animation, environment
3+ years' experience supporting users on macOS
3+ years' experience supporting users in a Microsoft Windows 10+ environment
Experience with documentation and maintenance of workflows and runbooks
Experience with supporting virtual environments including remote workflows
Customer focused service which includes comprehensive written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Windows and Macintosh versions of the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite and Production based applications
Experience with SaaS offerings including permissions and operational support
Foundational remote support including on-call and desktop incident management within a team-based queue
Basic networking, LAN / WAN skills
Problem solving/decision making skills including conflict and first call resolution for on-site support
Ability to lift 35-60lbs, primarily computer equipment from floor to desk
Knowledge of Active Directory and Exchange management
Apply and align with security protocols and practices
Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in California is $70,200.00-$94,000.00 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About The Walt Disney Studios:
For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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