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Global Support Engineer

Customer Service · Full-time · Old Toronto, Canada · Remote possible

PingCAP is one world-leading, one-stop, real-time HTAP database solution provider, and our mission is to build a database of the future, made by developers and for developers. Now our products TiDB have been trusted by large-scale industry leaders and adopted by over 2000 companies across different industries. Our deep open-source community roots (37,000 stars on GitHub), innovative products, and inclusive culture are what draw passionate and dedicated people to our company. 

About the role As a valued member of our Global Support team, your primary responsibility will be to provide remote assistance to customers in resolving TiDB/TiDB Cloud issues. You will play a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering effective and timely support.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose database issues by collecting relevant logs and monitoring data, determining the root causes of customer problems, and assisting customers in issue resolution.
  • Consult and collaborate with engineers within the team or across teams to address customer issues.
  • Record key issues encountered during work to assist colleagues in enhancing products and improving support experiences.
  • Actively monitor customer satisfaction, identify customer concerns, and manage customer expectations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a related field from a nationally accredited institution.
  • 3 years or more of experience in database technical support or related roles.
  • Proficiency in the operational mechanisms and management of relational databases such as MySQL/Oracle; experience with NoSQL, NewSQL, or related technologies is a plus.
  • Familiar with Linux/Unix operating systems, understanding of common database business system architectures, and strong experience in troubleshooting and handling major faults.
  • Strong ability to learn quickly, excellent problem analysis and resolution skills, and the ability to work in a multi-threaded environment; capable of handling urgent situations proactively.
  • Excellent communication skills, a strong sense of work responsibility, and a collaborative spirit within the team.

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