Location: Come and join us in London!
We are looking for an IT Technical Support Specialist to for our IT Service Desk in London to support our employees and the Autonomous Vehicle operation in London
YOUR DAILY ADVENTURES WILL INCLUDE:
- Be the Hero of Technical Support! Provide expert Level 1 & 2 support on-site and remotely, using diagnostic techniques and smart problem-solving to resolve complex issues across SaaS applications, OS environments, and hardware.
- Power Up Automation! Advance our "infrastructure as code" strategy by designing and implementing automation workflows in JIRA, scripting, or low-code environments like Workato, Zapier, or Okta Workflows.
- Make IT Effortless! Fine-tune self-service tools, manage identity and access lifecycles across platforms, and proactively implement IT solutions that save time and effort.
- Keep Office Infrastructure Connected! Support and troubleshoot network connectivity (WAN/LAN/Wi-Fi, VPN, routing) and assist with essential on-site server asset maintenance to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Be the Bridge Between IT & People! Work closely with teams across the company (such as HR and IT Solutions) to improve onboarding, IT services, and workflow automation, providing clear communication to technical and non-technical users alike.
- Innovate & Drive Lifecycle Management! Identify process bottlenecks, optimize SaaS tools, and oversee hardware inventory lifecycles from acquisition to technical provisioning for employee devices.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:
- Problem-Solving Mindset: 3 to 5+ years of experience in an IT Service Desk role within a SaaS or fast-paced startup/hyper-growth environment, with a strong ability to systematically diagnose complex problems.
- Automation & IT Efficiency is key! A strong passion for improving IT processes through low-code/no-code platforms and scripting in Bash, Python, or similar languages.
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate technical solutions to both IT and non-technical teams, with proficiency in tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and Zoom.
- Collaboration & Cross-Team Coordination! Work closely with HR, IT Solutions, and other departments to enhance IT service delivery, leveraging Atlassian tools like JIRA and Confluence.
- Proactive & Self-Driven! Take ownership of tasks, make independent decisions on advanced technical support issues, and suggest continuous improvements to our IT infrastructure.
Required Technical Skills:
- Education & Background: Completed training as an IT specialist for system integration (Fachinformatiker für Systemintegration), a Specialized Diploma, or a comparable qualification.
- Ticket & Process Management: Experience with JIRA and Confluence for ticket tracking, issue management, and process improvement.
- Identity & Access Management: Experience with Identity Providers such as Okta, Azure AD, OneLogin, and Active Directory.
- SaaS & Workspace Administration: Proficiency in managing, administering, and troubleshooting Google Workspace and core SaaS platforms.
- Device Management: Experience with MDM solutions for managing and provisioning macOS, Windows, and iOS devices.
- Networking & Connectivity: Working familiarity with network architecture and troubleshooting (WAN/LAN/Wi-Fi, VPN, routing) to support office environments.
- Automation & Scripting: Experience in scripting using Bash, Python, or utilizing low-code/no-code platforms (Workato, Zapier, Okta Workflows).
- Technical Communication: Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation.
BENEFITS & PERKS IN A NUTSHELL:
- Flexible working arrangements
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- Sabbatical & special leave policies
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- Birthday, 24th + 31st December off
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- Short term EU work policy
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- Employee assistance program
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:
Freenow is an equal opportunity employer and we consider qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age.
We want you to grow and evolve, bring your true self to work.
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ABOUT FREENOW:
We are Freenow, the European taxi app with the broadest multi-mobility offering, available in 9 markets and over 180 cities. Our app gives millions of passengers the freedom to move with a wide choice of services including taxis, private hire vehicles, carsharing, car rental, e-scooters, e-bikes, e-mopeds and public transport.
Headquartered in Hamburg and led by our CEO Thomas Zimmermann, we are on a mission to make urban mobility more efficient, sustainable and inclusive.
Since July 2025 we have been part of Lyft, a global mobility platform connecting riders and drivers for billions of rides across North America and Europe. Together we are building a more caring and connected world, creating new opportunities for innovation, growth and impact.
