Support Engineer - Technical

Job Description

The Senior Support Engineer, ERP role is a cornerstone within our organization, focused on delivering exceptional technical support for QAD and Progress products. In this role, you will engage directly with customers and partners through various communication platforms, such as CRM, telephone, email and internet-based tools, to address complex technical issues and inquiries related to QAD applications and Progress databases.

As an ERP Support Engineer, you will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring seamless installations, upgrades, and configurations of QAD products. You will leverage your expertise to perform Progress DBA tasks, including database optimization, backups, and troubleshooting. This role also demands strict adherence to quality standards, processes, and tools established by the company, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality support.

Your responsibilities extend to managing highly complex and escalated cases, requiring innovative problem-solving and a deep understanding of QAD and Progress Products. You will play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining detailed documentation of issues and resolutions, which will serve as a foundation for developing training materials and reusable solutions. These resources will be shared globally to empower customers, partners, and internal teams with actionable knowledge.

Collaboration is a key component of this role, as you will work closely with team leads, peers, and cross-functional teams, including R&D and Product Management, to devise effective solutions and uphold superior support standards. Additionally, you will contribute to team growth by developing and sharing training content, focusing on complex case resolution and technical troubleshooting.

Given that our support organization operates 24/7, this position demands a flexible approach to scheduling. You will be expected to participate in shift rotations, along with weekend shifts and potential on-call coverage as required. These elements are vital to providing continuous support to our global customer base. Your willingness to adapt to these scheduling requirements is crucial for the role.

In a structured team environment, you will be encouraged to engage in continuous learning and regular practice of existing product knowledge. This is necessary to stay prepared for any new challenges that might arise. As a Sr. Functional Analyst, you have a unique opportunity to grow professionally while significantly contributing to the success of our clients and the organization

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Experience:

• 3-4 years of relevant experience in supporting enterprise products, demonstrating expertise in resolving complex technical issues, and delivering exceptional customer-focused solutions.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and a proven ability to manage high-priority cases in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.

• Hands-on experience in ERP support is highly preferred, including:

• Installing, upgrading, and configuring ERP systems such as QAD, SAP, Oracle ERP, or Dynamics 365.

• Troubleshooting and resolving system-level issues, including performance optimization and configuration challenges.

• Performing advanced troubleshooting and database management tasks, including backups, restores, and optimization of Progress or similar DB environments.

Technical Skills

• 3 - 4 years of hands-on experience with Linux administration.

• Familiarity with database systems and basic SQL for queries and troubleshooting.

• Experience with QAD product installation, configuration, and administration.

• Expertise in Progress DBA tasks including database optimization, backup/restore, and performance monitoring.

• Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting across Unix, Windows, internet, and network environments.

• Programming and scripting skills in Unix shell scripting, Java, C, C++, and Progress.

• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or KVM.

• Web hosting experience, particularly with Apache.

• QAD PKS or other relevant industry certifications are a plus.

• Ability to ramp up quickly, work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and deliver excellent communication and customer service.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Additional Information

• Your health and well being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation.
• Collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done.
• An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy.
• Compensation packages based on experience and desired skill set

About QAD:

QAD | Redzone is redefining manufacturing and supply chains through its intelligent, adaptive platform that connects people, processes, and data into a single System of Action. With three core pillars — Redzone (frontline empowerment), Adaptive Applications (the intelligent backbone), and Champion AI (Agentic AI for manufacturing) — QAD | Redzone helps manufacturers operate with Champion Pace, achieving measurable productivity, resilience, and growth in just 90 days.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

About QAD:

QAD | Redzone is redefining manufacturing and supply chains through its intelligent, adaptive platform that connects people, processes, and data into a single System of Action. With three core pillars — Redzone (frontline empowerment), Adaptive Applications (the intelligent backbone), and Champion AI (Agentic AI for manufacturing) — QAD | Redzone helps manufacturers operate with Champion Pace, achieving measurable productivity, resilience, and growth in just 90 days.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.