180 Junior Support jobs in Kuwait

Overview American International University – Kuwait City

Position Classification: Professional/Technical

Reports to: Director of IT

Job Description

Assists faculty and staff with technical support of desktop computers, applications, and related technology. Support includes specification, installation, and testing of computer systems and peripherals. Activities require interaction with application software and operating systems to diagnose and resolve unique, non-recurring problems. He also assists in the maintenance and testing of network servers and associated equipment. The position’s responsibilities require independent analyses, communication, and problem-solving. Work is performed with little supervision and requires initiative and judgment.

Key Responsibilities

Desktop Support calls - PC's and Peripherals

Domain Access and E-mail registration

Administering Active Directory

PC system installation, setup and configuration

Network maintenance and troubleshooting

Grade Quick support and training

Edline support and training

Administrator’s plus support

IT-Network Maps (including university maps)

Laptop-Projector setup for Presentations

Testing of new application updates

IT orientation of new Staff

Key Application Responsibilities

Share Point Server

IT Helpdesk System

TAMS – Time Attendance System

Interactive Board Application

Windows Update Server

Follett Destiny Library Manager Program

ID Card Management Application

Nortel BCM Telephone Exchange Application

Café Terminal

Textbook Distribution Server

SMS Manager

Symantec Backup Application

NO32 Anti-virus Application

Bell System

CCTV System

Qualifications

BS degree in computer science or equivalent experience relevant to functional area

Must have training certificate(s) related to IT Help Desk Support

Must have 3 to 5 years of professional experience administering help desk

About American International University AIU is a new institution of higher education in Kuwait with the first student cohort admitted in fall 2019. It is a private, co-educational institution offering undergraduate degrees based on the American model of higher education. AIU’s offers degree programs in Engineering, Architecture, and Design, and Business Administration where the language of instruction is English.

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• Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications;
• Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks;
• Talking staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the telephone, to help set up systems or resolve issues;
• Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults;
• Replacing parts as required;
• Providing support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports;
• Following diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system;
• Supporting the roll-out of new applications;
• Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues;
• Responding within agreed time limits to call-outs;
• Working continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate);
• Prioritizing and managing many open cases at one time;
• rapidly establishing a good working relationship with customers and other professionals, such as software developers;
• Testing and evaluating new technology;
• Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment.
• To create and implement standards and guidelines for operations.
• Monitoring servers, all applications and services (FTP, Mail) continuously
• Performing preventive maintenance on servers regularly
• supporting daily operations and help development team to resolve issues
• Providing direct support to users, including troubleshooting complex problems to ensure 100% uptime
• Escalation of developmental issues to development team
• Any other duties as assigned by line manager/management

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Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications; Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks; Talking staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the telephone, to help set up systems or resolve issues; Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults; Replacing parts as required; Providing support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports; Following diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system; Supporting the roll-out of new applications; Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues; Responding within agreed time limits to call-outs; Working continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate); Prioritizing and managing many open cases at one time; rapidly establishing a good working relationship with customers and other professionals, such as software developers; Testing and evaluating new technology; Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment. To create and implement standards and guidelines for operations. Monitoring servers, all applications and services (FTP, Mail) continuously Performing preventive maintenance on servers regularly supporting daily operations and help development team to resolve issues Providing direct support to users, including troubleshooting complex problems to ensure 100% uptime Escalation of developmental issues to development team Any other duties as assigned by line manager/management

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The Director of Technical Support Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight across engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity functions. The role ensures operational excellence, lifecycle asset management, and compliance through robust systems, Lean and Six Sigma practices, and advanced asset management platforms.

The director also leads design control processes, equipment upgrade programs, and the establishment of manufacturing units, aligning technical capabilities with business growth and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the Technical Support Services strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and EVP – Support Services directives.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Champion digital transformation, automation, and adoption of enterprise asset management platforms to strengthen data-driven decision-making.
• Lead and govern design control management processes to ensure systematic, compliant, and optimized execution of engineering projects.

Engineering & Technical Support Division

• Provide high-level technical expertise for design, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of new manufacturing units and facilities.
• Ensure robust design control management across all technical projects and product developments.
• Support process safety, ESG objectives, and technology innovation initiatives.

Maintenance & Reliability Division

• Develop predictive, preventive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and extend lifecycle value.
• Lead major equipment upgrade initiatives, ensuring assets are aligned with evolving business needs and industry standards.
• Standardize maintenance practices across facilities using Lean tools, Six Sigma quality controls, and asset management platforms.
• Optimize cost efficiency while maintaining reliability, safety, and compliance.

Asset Integrity & Compliance Division

• Ensure integrity and compliance of all assets with international standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.) and local regulatory requirements.
• Implement and oversee risk-based inspection programs and lifecycle integrity strategies.
• Maintain governance for technical compliance, HSE assurance, and regulatory audits.
• Drive sustainability initiatives through proactive asset lifecycle planning, upgrades, and replacement strategies.

People & Organizational Development

• Lead and mentor division managers, cultivating a high-performance and technically competent workforce.
• Embed Lean and Six Sigma culture across the directorate to build continuous improvement capabilities.
• Strengthen technical leadership and succession pipelines for long-term organizational resilience.

Governance & Reporting

• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on asset reliability, compliance, and engineering projects to the EVP – Support Services and executive management.
• Manage budgeting, capex planning, and prioritization of projects including manufacturing expansions and major equipment upgrades.
• Represent Technical Support Services in board-level reviews, audits, and cross-functional committees.

Skills

• Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership.
• Proven expertise in asset management platforms (e.g., SAP EAM, Maximo, or similar).
• Demonstrated leadership in design control management processes, equipment upgrade programs, and manufacturing unit establishment.
• Certification in Lean and Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) with successful track record of deploying continuous improvement projects.
• Strong knowledge of international standards (API, ISO, ASME, OSHA, etc.) and local regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in leading cross-functional projects and digital transformation in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Key Competencies

• Strategic vision with operational and financial acumen.
• Strong engineering and technical expertise across asset-heavy industries.
• Leadership and people development with a focus on Lean/Six Sigma practices.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise asset management systems.
• Project management skills for design, commissioning, and upgrades of facilities.
• Risk management, compliance orientation, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective stakeholder communication and board-level presentation skills.

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The Director of Technical Support Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight across engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity functions. The role ensures operational excellence, lifecycle asset management, and compliance through robust systems, Lean and Six Sigma practices, and advanced asset management platforms. The director also leads design control processes, equipment upgrade programs, and the establishment of manufacturing units, aligning technical capabilities with business growth and sustainability objectives. Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the Technical Support Services strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and EVP – Support Services directives. Drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality. Champion digital transformation, automation, and adoption of enterprise asset management platforms to strengthen data-driven decision-making. Lead and govern design control management processes to ensure systematic, compliant, and optimized execution of engineering projects. Engineering & Technical Support Division

Provide high-level technical expertise for design, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement. Oversee the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of new manufacturing units and facilities. Ensure robust design control management across all technical projects and product developments. Support process safety, ESG objectives, and technology innovation initiatives. Maintenance & Reliability Division

Develop predictive, preventive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and extend lifecycle value. Lead major equipment upgrade initiatives, ensuring assets are aligned with evolving business needs and industry standards. Standardize maintenance practices across facilities using Lean tools, Six Sigma quality controls, and asset management platforms. Optimize cost efficiency while maintaining reliability, safety, and compliance. Asset Integrity & Compliance Division

Ensure integrity and compliance of all assets with international standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.) and local regulatory requirements. Implement and oversee risk-based inspection programs and lifecycle integrity strategies. Maintain governance for technical compliance, HSE assurance, and regulatory audits. Drive sustainability initiatives through proactive asset lifecycle planning, upgrades, and replacement strategies. People & Organizational Development

Lead and mentor division managers, cultivating a high-performance and technically competent workforce. Embed Lean and Six Sigma culture across the directorate to build continuous improvement capabilities. Strengthen technical leadership and succession pipelines for long-term organizational resilience. Governance & Reporting

Prepare and present comprehensive reports on asset reliability, compliance, and engineering projects to the EVP – Support Services and executive management. Manage budgeting, capex planning, and prioritization of projects including manufacturing expansions and major equipment upgrades. Represent Technical Support Services in board-level reviews, audits, and cross-functional committees. Skills

Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred. Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership. Proven expertise in asset management platforms (e.g., SAP EAM, Maximo, or similar). Demonstrated leadership in design control management processes, equipment upgrade programs, and manufacturing unit establishment. Certification in Lean and Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) with successful track record of deploying continuous improvement projects. Strong knowledge of international standards (API, ISO, ASME, OSHA, etc.) and local regulatory frameworks. Experience in leading cross-functional projects and digital transformation in industrial or manufacturing environments. Key Competencies

Strategic vision with operational and financial acumen. Strong engineering and technical expertise across asset-heavy industries. Leadership and people development with a focus on Lean/Six Sigma practices. Advanced knowledge of enterprise asset management systems. Project management skills for design, commissioning, and upgrades of facilities. Risk management, compliance orientation, and problem-solving capabilities. Effective stakeholder communication and board-level presentation skills.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of Computer Science/Information Technology or any related course
• 1-4 years of experience in either desktop support, server support, network support, or security is desired but not required.

IT technical support will monitor and maintain the computer systems and networks of the organization. You will be installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and software faults and solving technical and applications problems, either over the phone or in person.

Responsibilities

• Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners
• Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks
• Responding in a timely manner to service issues and requests
• Providing technical support across the company (this may be in person or over the phone)
• Setting up accounts for new users and eliminating access to users who leave the company
• Administrate all IT related matters including renewal of licenses, maintenance of hosting, and data back up
• Assisting in repairing and replacing equipment as necessary
• Training employees on how to use internal IT tools
• Onboarding employees to use internal IT tools
• Testing new technology

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Responsibilities

1. Assisting the users in generating the required map-based reports from the System.
2. Assisting hardware engineers in resolving System related issues.
3. Providing advice, information and GIS related hands-on training to users on System functions.
4. Documenting details of all changes and customizations made to the System.
5. Providing other support services as instructed from time to time by the Superintendent.
6. Delivering awareness sessions periodically to the users in all Company sites.

Requirements

1. Minimum six (6) years' experience in ESRI Products and solutions.
2. Minimum of eight (8) years' experience in System software support and user training.
3. Certified in Windows 2016 Server and/or related areas.
4. Well skilled in SQL database administration.
5. ESRI Technical Certification in Desktop Domain & Comp TIA CTT+ Certification.

Education

1. BS. in computer engineering/computer science or related areas.

Generic & Specific Skills:
• Shall be able to read, write and speak English language freely.

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

We are hiring a Software Support Engineer to…

…work in a dynamic and exciting engineering role in Linux-based infrastructure and applications, covering all layers of the stack, including bare metal, virtualization (KVM), containerization (Docker/LXC/LXD), storage (Ceph and Linux filesystems), networking (OVS, OVN and Core networking), OpenStack, Kubernetes and the open source applications running on top of them. It will challenge you to show the breadth of your engineering skills, which will be needed to work on almost any aspect of Ubuntu and the open source applications large enterprise customers run.

This role is an opportunity for a technologist with a passion for Linux and open source to build a career with Canonical and drive success for our customers, community and the company. If you have an affinity for open source software, great communication skills, and a passion for troubleshooting and fixing issues in technology used by millions across the world, then you will enjoy working with some of the best people in the industry at Canonical.

This role deals with critical issues in the open source stack that require upstream bug fixes. Our engineers are able to work productively at any level of the stack including the kernel and in a wide range of languages, to understand and address the software issues at hand. Our group is critical to the success of our customers, partners and Ubuntu itself.

You will help with troubleshooting and driving issues to resolution with workarounds, guidance, and bug fixes to be released upstream and in Ubuntu.

Location: This is a remote role, we have teams in all time zones.

The role entails

• Resolve complex customer problems related to Ubuntu, Kernel, Ceph, OpenStack, or Kubernetes and other open source software
• Maintain a close working relationship with Canonical's Field, Support and product engineering teams
• Participate in upstream communities
• Develop bug fixes, backport patches, and work with upstream for inclusion
• Review code produced by other engineers
• Demonstrate good judgment in technical methods and techniques
• Prioritize work and manage your time effectively against those priorities
• Participate in team discussions to improve processes, tools, and documentation
• Maintain clear, technical and concise communications
• Work from home and travel internationally up to 10% of work time for team meetings, events and conferences
  
  

What we are looking for in you

• An exceptional academic track record
• Background in Computer Science, STEM or similar
• Experience with Linux and open source software
• Experience with at least one of Python, Go, C or C++ on Linux
• A drive to learn unfamiliar technology and deep-dive difficult issues
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events
  
  

Nice-to-have skills

• You love technology and working with brilliant people
• You are curious, flexible, articulate, and accountable
• You value soft skills and are passionate, enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated
• You have interest in, or willingness to learn about any of the following: Ubuntu Linux - kernel or userspace, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Ceph, QEMU/KVM, LXC/LXD,Postgresql, Mongo, Debian packaging, distributed systems
  
  

What we offer colleagues

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
  
  

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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Overview

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Role

Our regional Support Managers run world-class Support teams – solving deep technical problems for customers around the world on Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu Desktop and on the public cloud. They demonstrate two key attributes: customer focus – ensuring that customers are always satisfied with the service they are receiving, and technical excellence – ensuring that the support team is always up to date with the our technology, and that they perform sound and quick troubleshooting. We are looking for managers for both of our support groups; Cloud Support Group and Devices Support Group. You'll need to be comfortable in a fast paced environment, able to take responsibility for delivering to customers and enjoy challenges. You will also need to care deeply about your team, their skills, and their career development.

Responsibilities

• Management of a professional support team, including skills development and performance management
• Operational control, shift scheduling, accountability for key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensures that all customer cases are responded to within the SLA, and in a professional manner
• Act as the customer escalation contact, and ensure that such escalations are addressed appropriately
• Accountability for customer satisfaction
• Contribution to the support knowledge base
• Continuous improvement to the team's processes and support service delivery
• Hire, develop and train support team to match business requirements
• Work with the leadership team to drive growth and transformation initiatives

What are we looking for in you

• Extensive CLI experience with Linux at a technical level (Support, Development, Implementation)
• Leadership experience, and preferably team management experience
• Confidence under pressure, with proven track record of high customer focus
• Preferably fluent in two languages, English being primary one
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Experience or knowledge of Linux Desktop, OpenStack, Public Cloud or Virtualization technologies
• Proven track record of contributing to Open Source projects
• Software development experience
• Experience in working in support organizations
• Hands on experience with Canonical's products

What we offer colleagues

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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