Software Support Manager jobs in Meridian, MS

Do you have strong investigative skills? Are you committed to providing exceptional customer service? Looking for a career change?

Ideal Software Systems is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic, growing team of Support Technicians. This candidate will play an integral role in the installation and support of hardware and software systems for the company’s Financial Services Division. As such we are looking for someone with high attention to detail, the ability to build positive relationships, and a strong passion to provide high-quality support to our many customers. 

NOTE:  Please be sure to submit a professional cover letter for this position as a statement of your ability to create professional correspondence with a customer.  A synopsis of why you feel you are a perfect fit for this position is what we are looking for in your cover letter.

Responsibilities:

• Field incoming calls, emails, and live chats from clients to answer questions, resolve issues, troubleshoot problems, and research root causes for highly complex issues
• Follow the issue from start to finish, including escalation to development when necessary
• Perform root-cause analysis on issues and make recommendations for corrective actions
• Track projects and tickets in an issue-tracking system
• Install new systems and perform upgrades, both remotely over the phone and on-site
• System preparation and testing
• Software testing of new features and changes prior to release
• Provide complete and timely feedback for all work, including but not limited to call logs, checklists, client correspondence, and escalation of any issue
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What We Need:

• Basic knowledge of database structure, remote access (VPN), and networking, with the desire to increase this knowledge
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office. (Excel, Word, Access, etc...)
• Strong skills in Google Applications (Google Docs, Gmail, Calendar, etc...)
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Windows 7-11 OS, Microsoft Windows Server OS
• Experience in a fast-moving environment
• Strong communication skills
• Strong time management, organization, and decision-making skills
• Ability to systematically identify and solve sometimes obscure problems within a store-based commerce product in a client/server environment
• Multi-Task multiple projects and make sure each project’s deadline is met
• Documentation skills

• AA degree or higher 

OR

• Minimum 2 years of technical and customer service experience (call center customer service experience, technical help desk, or desk-side support experience preferred)

What We Would LIKE You To Have:

• SQL experience is preferred but not required
• Previous break-fix, IT, or network experience preferred but not required
• A Certification preferred but not required
• Knowledge of the Rent-to-Own Industry or Check Cashing industry
• Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with track record and experience
• Major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k plan (Partial Match)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Personal days
• Live and work in a great location

About the Company:

Ideal is a locally owned progressive technology company with a legacy of providing quality integrated hardware and software systems and support to the amusement, family entertainment, and financial markets.

Ideal’s rapidly growing client base, aggressive product development path, and dynamic work environment provide an exciting opportunity for talented individuals looking for career growth and significant advancement opportunities. Applicants with previous experience will be given priority.