Desktop Support Engineer – Hedge Fund (Hong Kong) We are seeking a hands-on Desktop Support Engineer to join a fast-paced hedge fund environment, supporting ~100 PCs on a busy trading floor. This is a front-line technical role, ideal for candidates with 2 to 12 years of desktop support experience, who want exposure to a demanding trading environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide front-line technical support for ~100 trading floor PCs, ensuring minimal downtime in a high-pressure environment.
- Administer and maintain Active Directory (user accounts, group policies, permissions).
- Troubleshoot hardware, OS, and application issues (Windows 10/11, Bloomberg, Reuters, trading apps).
- Support network connectivity issues at the desktop level (LAN/WAN, VPN, wireless).
- Perform PC builds, upgrades, deployments, and patch management .
- Scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, or Shell) for routine tasks and process improvements.
- Liaise with infrastructure and trading technology teams on escalated issues.
- Provide end-user training and documentation where needed.
Requirements:
- 2–12 years experience in desktop or end-user support, ideally within a financial services or trading environment.
- Strong technical skills in:
- Windows OS (10/11) troubleshooting and administration
- Active Directory and Group Policy management
- Desktop hardware and peripherals troubleshooting
- Familiarity with market applications (Bloomberg/Reuters) preferred
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Shell) strongly preferred.
- Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, switches) a plus.
- Excellent communication skills in English ; Cantonese highly preferred for local user support.
- Strong problem-solving skills, able to remain calm and effective under pressure.
Why join:
- Work directly on the trading floor in a high-performance hedge fund environment.
- Exposure to cutting-edge systems, trading applications, and front-office operations.
- Competitive compensation, with career development opportunities in trading technology and infrastructure.