Software Helpdesk Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
This role is ideal for an IT engineer with experience working in 2nd or 3rd level customer support, with a desire to work with state-of-the-art technologies.
This role is Remote β UK.
You will be part of a high-performing team who are always ready to help each other and their colleagues in the field, ensuring we always provide customers with the exceptional level of service that they expect from Varian.
After receiving product training, you will be trusted with the remote support of software products and associated equipment that will be used in our fight against cancer.
Support engineers at Varian work in small teams and should be independent and be able to solve different kinds of problems by themselves. There is a surrounding support structure which gives access to advice, help or guidance at any time.
Job Description
Support of our software portfolio including the application and underlying infrastructure.- Support of our customers in relation to the basic application of our products.
- Work as a part of cross functional teams to improve products, processes, and services.
- Ensure all work is reported and recorded correctly in a timely manner.
- Maintain a suitable degree of professional knowledge of OIS products, the infrastructure and associated technologies.
- Prioritise and manage many open cases at one time.
- Establish a good working relationship with customers, third party service providers and colleagues.
Skills & Experience Required:
Experience in a second level IT customer support role of Window-based computer architecture, ideally also including server and desktop platforms.- Understanding of networking principles.
- Excellent listening and questioning skills combined with the ability to interact confidently with customers to establish what the problem is and explain the solution.
- Microsoft products technical qualification or equivalent practical experience.
- Citrix and SQL experience is desirable.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Occasional travel to customer sites as required, typically
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Helpdesk Engineer roles across Varian Medical Systems's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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