Blackstone

Senior Support Engineer

Egypt

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Support Engineer to join our Egypt Technical Team. This is a full-time, remote position. The ideal candidate will serve as a senior point of contact for customer inquiries, technical issues, and support requests, providing L1/L2 technical support and troubleshooting. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex software and hardware issues, ensuring customer satisfaction, and mentoring junior support engineers.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical support, help desk, or a similar role.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Strong understanding of software and hardware products.
    • Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently and collaboratively.
    • Good knowledge of infrastructure, networking, security, servers, databases, application servers, virtualization, and cloud computing.
    • Good understanding of SQL.
    • Experience with MS Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud is a plus.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
    • Patience, empathy, and a customer-centric mindset.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results.
  • Language: Fluent English and Arabic (spoken and written) is required.
  • Tools: Familiarity with customer support tools, ticketing systems, and CRM systems.
  • Leadership: Proven leadership abilities and experience mentoring junior support engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a senior point of contact for customer inquiries, technical issues, and support requests.
  • Provide L1/L2 technical support and troubleshooting.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot software and hardware issues, both independently and in collaboration with the development team.
  • Ensure Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is provided/documented for each critical incident.
  • Provide timely and effective solutions to complex customer problems, ensuring their satisfaction and success.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior support engineers, assisting in their professional development.
  • Document and track support tickets, issues, and resolutions in a CRM or support ticketing system.
  • Assist customers with product installations, configurations, and updates.
  • Offer training to customers on how to effectively use our software products.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and QA engineers, to address and resolve customer issues.
  • Identify trends in customer support requests and work to improve product usability and customer experience.
  • Stay up to date with product knowledge and updates to provide accurate and helpful assistance.

Additional Details

  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Workplace: Remote
  • Language: English
  • Department: Egypt Technical Team
  • Published: 2025-06-18
  • Remote: Yes

Skills

Customer Support
Troubleshooting
Software and Hardware Diagnostics
CRM Systems
Ticketing Systems
Networking
Security
Servers
Databases
Application Servers
Virtualization
Cloud Computing
Mentoring
Communication
Problem-Solving
Analytical Skills
Customer Service

Blackstone

Global alternative asset management firm

About Blackstone

Blackstone is a leader in alternative asset management, focusing on private equity, real estate, and credit investments. The firm manages over $1.1 trillion in assets and partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets, aiming to create strong businesses that deliver lasting value. Its main products, BREIT and BCRED, cater to income-focused investors, while the On-Demand Continuing Education Program helps educate investors on private market topics. Blackstone's goal is to identify economic trends and invest in industry-leading businesses to generate strong returns.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1985Year Founded
$18,081.8MTotal Funding
UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real Estate, EducationIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition in AI may lead to overvaluation and market saturation.
Potential regulatory scrutiny due to significant investments in diverse sectors.
Economic instability in Europe could impact returns from European investments.

Differentiation

Blackstone is a global leader in alternative asset management with $1.1 trillion AUM.
The firm specializes in private equity, real estate, and credit investments.
Blackstone partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets.

Upsides

Blackstone's $300M investment in DDN shows a strategic pivot towards AI-driven growth sectors.
The €250M investment in Sia Partners expands Blackstone's footprint in AI consulting services.
Partnership with Jersey Mike’s indicates investment in established consumer brands with growth potential.

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