Full-Time

IT Support Engineer

iSoftStone

iSoftStone

5,001-10,000 employees

IT services and digital transformation provider

Compensation Overview

$32 - $50/hr

Palo Alto, CA, USA

In Person

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
PowerShell
Microsoft Azure
Python
Unreal Engine
Computer Networking
Zabbix
AWS
Nagios
Linux/Unix
Unity
Google Cloud Platform
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable IT infrastructure.
  • Deploy and manage server environments (physical, virtual, cloud-based).
  • Evaluate, configure, and install hardware components (e.g., routers, firewalls, storage devices).
  • Monitor, maintain, and optimize network performance (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewall, routers, switches).
  • Ensure network security protocols are implemented, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems (IDS).
  • Troubleshoot network issues and provide solutions promptly.
  • Manage and maintain servers (Windows, Linux) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Perform patch management, updates, and upgrades to systems and applications.
  • Automate tasks through scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and orchestration tools.
  • Develop and maintain backup strategies, including regular testing of recovery processes.
  • Implement disaster recovery plans (DRP) and business continuity solutions.
  • Set up system and network monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix) to ensure uptime and performance.
  • Conduct regular performance analysis and capacity planning.
  • Generate reports on system performance, availability, and utilization.
  • Implement IT security measures in accordance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and security audits.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy and protection regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
  • Provide Level 2/3 & On-site support to resolve user issues and escalate complex problems.
  • Document systems, procedures, and best practices for operation and troubleshooting.
  • Provide day-to-day support to game developers, designers, and other studio teams for software, hardware, and networking issues.
  • Ensure smooth integration of development tools, version control (Perforce), and other game development platforms.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to workstations, game engines, and collaborative tools.
  • Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of game development software like Unity, Unreal Engine, and proprietary tools.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to align IT infrastructure with business goals.
  • Collaborate with vendors for procurement and support of IT hardware/software.
  • Manage relationships with external service providers and cloud vendors.
Desired Qualifications
  • Fluency in Mandarin is preferred.

iSoftStone provides IT services and digital transformation for large enterprises. It delivers consulting, software development, cloud, data management, AI, digital experience, testing, and business process outsourcing through long-term contracts and partnerships. It differentiates itself with a global delivery network serving 2,600+ clients, including 90+ Fortune Global 500 firms, plus a software-hardware integration approach with Tongfang Computer. Its goal is to expand internationally and offer end-to-end IT solutions that combine software services with hardware capabilities for major customers.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Kirkland, Washington

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q1 2025 revenue grew 28.65% year-on-year to RMB 7.011 billion, demonstrating strong momentum.
  • July 2025 'iSoftStone Digital' brand launch and Kingdee partnership accelerate international expansion.
  • Tier-2 and tier-3 Chinese urbanization drives recurring smart city and digital infrastructure demand.

What critics are saying

  • Tongfang Computer integration failure destroys margins; hardware requires different operational expertise than software.
  • US export controls on Chinese tech vendors block Western client contracts and supply chains.
  • Loss of 2-3 Fortune Global 500 clients reduces revenue 15-25% due to concentration risk.
  • Hardware revenue growth compresses blended margins as Tongfang operates at lower software margins.
  • China-US tech decoupling forces US clients to shift work to domestic or allied vendors.
  • Kingdee partnership dependency creates acquisition or termination risk if strategic priorities shift.
  • Government contract ties expose company to US regulatory scrutiny and client blacklisting.
  • AI commoditization erodes consulting premiums as OpenAI and cloud providers compress fees.
  • Wage inflation in China and India increases labor costs, eroding unit economics.
  • ChiNext delisting or regulatory suspension destroys shareholder value and capital access.

What makes iSoftStone unique

  • Software-hardware integration via Tongfang Computer acquisition differentiates from pure-play IT services competitors.
  • End-to-end smart city expertise across 80 Chinese cities creates recurring infrastructure revenue.
  • Diversified service portfolio spanning cloud, IoT, blockchain, 5G, and semiconductors enables cross-selling.

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ICT Review
Dec 25th, 2024
Who is ISoftStone? Mysterious tech firm set to become one of the biggest PC vendors in China, beating Huawei, HP and Apple

Internationally, ISoftStone has expanded its footprint, collaborating with Kingdee International Software Group in Singapore to provide digital solutions and services to global customers.

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Nov 15th, 2024
China's Kingdee International Software Group launches data center in Singapore

iSoftStone will also work with Kingdee to provide digital solutions to its global customers from the data center.