Apollo L1 Support Engineer
Muntinlupa - Philippines
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Apollo L1 Support Engineer to join our AI Platform Operations this role you will serve as the first line of technical support for our AI/LLM platform providing expert-level troubleshooting and incident resolution for complex technical issues involving APIs networking and Python-based applications.
This is a highly technical support role requiring strong developer skills and a deep understanding of IT infrastructure. You will work closely with development teams platform engineers and end-users to ensure the reliability and performance of our AI platform.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support & Incident Management
- Incident Handling:Receive triage and resolve Level 1 technical incidents related to the Apollo AI platform ensuring timely resolution and minimal service disruption.
- API Troubleshooting:Diagnose and resolve API connectivity authentication and performance issues using tools like Postman curl and logging platforms.
- Networking Support:Troubleshoot network-related issues including connectivity latency DNS and firewall configurations affecting platform access.
- Python Application Support:Debug and resolve issues with Python-based automation scripts data pipelines and integration workflows.
System Monitoring & Operations
- Proactive Monitoring:Monitor platform health and performance using observability tools identifying potential issues before they impact users.
- Alert Response:Respond to system alerts perform initial diagnostics and escalate complex issues to Level 2/3 engineers as needed.
- Runbook Execution:Follow documented runbooks and standard operating procedures for incident resolution and system maintenance tasks.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Knowledge Base:Create and maintain detailed documentation knowledge articles and troubleshooting guides to support end-users and internal teams.
- Incident Reports:Document incident root causes resolution steps and preventive measures to build a comprehensive knowledge repository.
- Continuous Improvement:Contribute to the improvement of support processes runbooks and automation scripts.
Collaboration & Communication
- Cross-functional Collaboration:Work closely with development platform engineering and product teams to resolve complex technical issues and communicate platform updates.
- Stakeholder Communication:Provide clear and professional updates to stakeholders on incident status resolution timelines and root cause analysis.
- Knowledge Sharing:Actively participate in knowledge transfer sessions team stand-ups and post-incident reviews.
Escalation & Incident Management
- Escalation:Escalate complex or unresolved issues to Level 2/3 engineers with clear documentation and diagnostic information.
- Triage & Prioritization:Prioritize incidents based on business impact and service level agreements (SLAs) ensuring critical issues are addressed immediately.
- Incident Documentation:Ensure accurate and detailed logging of all incidents and service requests in the ticketing system.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.
- 3 yearsof experience in a technical support software development or systems engineering role.
- Proven experience troubleshooting complex technical issues in a production environment.
Technical Skills (Must-Haves)
Skill | Description |
Python | Strong proficiency in Python ability to read debug and write automation scripts |
APIs | Deep understanding of RESTful APIs authentication (OAuth API keys) and troubleshooting tools (Postman curl) |
Networking | Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP DNS firewalls load balancers VPNs) |
Linux/Unix | Familiarity with Linux command line for log analysis and system troubleshooting |
CI/CD | Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes |
Monitoring | Experience with monitoring and observability tools |
Ticketing Systems | Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms |
Nice-to-Have Skills
Skill | Description |
AI/LLM Concepts | Knowledge of Large Language Models prompting model inference and AI platform operations |
Docker/Kubernetes | Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms |
Cloud Platforms | Familiarity with AWS Azure or GCP |
ITIL Certification | Understanding of ITIL processes (incident problem change management) |
Security Concepts | Familiarity with authentication authorization and security best practices |
Bash/Shell Scripting | Proficiency in Bash or Shell scripting for automation |
Soft Skills
- Excellent Communication:Clear and professional verbal and written communication in English.
- Structured Mindset:Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
- Problem-Solving:Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
- Knowledge Sharing:Willingness to share knowledge and contribute to team development.
- Customer Focus:Strong customer service orientation and commitment to user satisfaction.
- Flexibility:Willingness to work across morning mid and night shifts as required.
Shift Coverage Requirement
Shift | Typical Hours (Philippines Time) |
Morning Shift | 6:00 AM 2:00 PM |
Mid Shift | 2:00 PM 10:00 PM |
Night Shift | 10:00 PM 6:00 AM |
- Flexibility:The role requires availability to cover all three shifts on a rotational basis with shift schedules determined by business needs.
- Global Support:This 24/7 coverage model ensures seamless support for international teams and users across different time zones.
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