Technical Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom NEC Software Solutions Full time

Company Overview

Join us at NEC Software Solutions and contribute to impactful projects that make a difference in communities.

Position Overview

This role is an excellent opportunity to be part of a seasoned 2nd line software support team. You will be tasked with addressing issues reported by clients through our service management platform, specifically for our CONNECT Police software.

As a member of a team with a robust technical foundation, you will collaborate with professionals who have experience in software development, user support, and system implementation. The position will involve a combination of remote work and office-based responsibilities, so candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver support for software applications;
  • Take ownership of complex application issues and lead investigations;
  • Replicate scenarios in internal testing environments to validate defects;
  • Document and propose temporary solutions;
  • Adhere to service level agreements (SLAs);
  • Follow ITIL-aligned support processes;
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners;
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates who possess:

  • Experience with complex custom software applications in support, development, or quality assurance roles;
  • Familiarity with structured, process-oriented environments;
  • Experience with IT service management tools;
  • ITIL Foundation certification;
  • Skills in investigating data-related issues within relational databases;
  • Ability to create and manipulate SQL scripts for database management;
  • Experience in analyzing log files and managing services across various operating systems, including Microsoft Windows and UNIX Solaris;
  • Understanding of software development principles in ISO 9001/ISO 20000 accredited settings.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux environments;
  • Knowledge of Java, Ensemble/IRIS, Microsoft .NET, SQL, Oracle, JetNexus, JavaScript, HTML, and Active MQ.

Personal Attributes:

  • Self-driven with a passion for learning and assisting others;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
  • Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences;
  • Willingness to challenge and enhance existing processes;
  • Proactive mindset to prevent incidents;
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Willingness to travel to client locations as necessary;
  • Contribute to the identification of long-term solutions;
  • Empathy and patience in customer interactions.

Additional Information:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Private medical coverage for employees (with options for family members);
  • 25 days of paid vacation with flexible options;
  • Life assurance coverage funded by the company;
  • A group pension plan with generous employer contributions;
  • A variety of flexible benefits tailored to individual needs;
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning with thousands of courses available.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NEC Software Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We strive to provide an accommodating recruitment process for all candidates.

About Us:

As part of the global NEC Corporation, our software solutions support critical public services, enhancing the efficiency of emergency responses, healthcare, and transportation systems.



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