Bloomberg

Technical Support Specialist

Bloomberg$80K — $90K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in technical support or a similar role.
  • Experience troubleshooting Windows and/or macOS.
  • Familiarity with enterprise applications like MS Office.
  • Understanding of hardware components such as CPU and RAM.
  • Knowledge of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS).
  • Exposure to networking tools and protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and prioritize a high volume of client interactions, including calls and chats.
  • Troubleshoot issues across Bloomberg Terminal, APIs, and enterprise tools.
  • Support network connectivity for Bloomberg routers and servers.
  • Diagnose issues in virtual environments such as VMware and AWS.
  • Collaborate with global teams to resolve complex technical problems.
  • Build strong relationships with clients to ensure high satisfaction.
  • Proactively engage clients on upgrades and optimizations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance and various wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Description & Requirements

The Team

The Bloomberg Technical Support team is a global group of highly technical, client-focused professionals providing 24/7 support across Bloomberg products and infrastructure. We ensure seamless service in English globally, alongside localized language support during regional business hours.

The Role

As a Technical Support Specialist, you'll be the frontline for resolving complex technical issues and enabling clients to fully leverage Bloomberg products.

You'll combine deep technical troubleshooting with strong client communication, supporting users across phone, chat, email, and in-person interactions. This role offers direct exposure to Bloomberg's infrastructure and the broader financial ecosystem.

What You'll Do
  • Manage and prioritize a high volume of client interactions (calls, chats, tickets)
  • Troubleshoot issues across Bloomberg Terminal, APIs, and enterprise tools
  • Support network connectivity including Bloomberg routers, servers, FIX, and SFTP
  • Diagnose and resolve issues across virtual environments (VMware, Citrix, AWS, etc.)
  • Partner with global teams to resolve complex technical problems
  • Build strong client relationships and drive high satisfaction
  • Proactively engage clients on upgrades, configurations, and optimizations


Basic Qualifications

Technical:
  • 3+ years in a technical support or similar role
  • Experience with Windows and/or macOS troubleshooting (Task Manager, Event Viewer, etc.)
  • Familiarity with enterprise applications (e.g., MS Office, antivirus tools)
  • Understanding of hardware (CPU, RAM, storage, peripherals)
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN)
  • Exposure to network tools/protocols (ping, traceroute, ICMP, TCP/UDP, etc.)

Soft Skills:
  • Clear, adaptable communication with technical and non-technical users
  • Strong ownership and accountability
  • Customer-first mindset with empathy and professionalism
  • Ability to assess business impact and prioritize accordingly
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies


Preferred Qualifications
  • Certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, CCNA, Microsoft, etc.)
  • Experience with routers (Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
  • Virtualization (VMware, Citrix)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
  • Knowledge of FIX protocol, SFTP
  • Exposure to VBA, macros, or add-ins


Salary Range = 80,000 - 90,000 USD Annual + Benefits

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

About Bloomberg

Bloomberg L.P. is a privately held financial, software, data, and media company headquartered in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It was founded by Michael Bloomberg in 1981, with the help of Thomas Secunda, Duncan MacMillan, Charles Zegar, and a 12% ownership investment by Merrill Lynch. Bloomberg L.P. provides financial software tools and enterprise applications such as analytics and equity trading platform, data services, and news to financial companies and organizations through the Bloomberg Terminal (via its Bloomberg Professional Service), its core revenue-generating product. Bloomberg L.P. also includes a wire service (Bloomberg News), a global television network (Bloomberg Television), digital websites, a radio station (WBBR), subscription-only newsletters, and three magazines: Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Markets, and Bloomberg Pursuits.
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