Umpisa Inc

Help Desk IT Support Specialist

Remote, United States remote Entry $0 - $0
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About the role

At Umpisa Inc., our mission is to make the Philippines be known globally as a tech hub.

Umpisa Inc. is a progressive technology services company that partners with select industries, clients and people to work on pioneering and industry-changing solutions via digital transformation, modern software development and venture building.

We create a set of world-class and impactful products and solutions to help organizations and individuals live better lives. We offer demanding, challenging and rewarding careers in software development, product development, emerging technologies, and more for the right candidates.

Essential Skills:

Aligns with our values: Excellence, Integrity, Professionalism, People Success, Customer Success, Fun, Innovation and Diversity
Strong communication skills
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent problem-solving ability
Would like to work as part of a self-organizing Scrum team in a scaled agile framework
Must be a self-starter and loves to collaborate with the team and client

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and customer-focused Help Desk / IT Support Specialist to provide first-level technical support to internal users. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of IT support experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a passion for delivering excellent technical assistance while ensuring a positive user experience.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Provide first-line technical support for hardware, software, and network-related issues
Quickly respond to support requests via ticketing system, email, chat, or phone
Troubleshoot and resolve common IT issues (PCs, laptops, printers, applications, connectivity, etc.)
Escalate complex issues to appropriate teams when necessary
Document issues, resolutions, and procedures clearly and accurately
Assist with user account setup, access management, and basic system administration
Ensure timely and professional communication with end users
Follow IT policies, security standards, and best practices

Requirements

At least 2-5 year of experience in a Help Desk, IT Support, or similar roles.
Intermediate knowledge of:
Windows OS (and/or macOS)
Microsoft 365 / Office applications
Basic networking and troubleshooting
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Customer-oriented mindset with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple support requests

Nice to Have

Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Zendesk, etc.)
Basic knowledge of Active Directory or user access management
IT-related certification is a plus but not required

Work Setup & Schedule

Remote set-up
Shift schedule: Mid-Shift from 3:00PM onwards
Shift flexibility may be considered in the future based on performance and team needs

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Role
Technology & IT Administration Project Management Remote Collaboration Help Desk remote

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Help Desk IT Support Specialist role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Umpisa Inc?
  3. Which of Administration, Project Management and Remote Collaboration have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Administration, Project Management and Remote Collaboration.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Help Desk IT Support Specialist role because I can bring practical experience in Administration, Project Management and Remote Collaboration, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Umpisa Inc needs from this hire.

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