Modern Workplace Engineer - Microsoft 365, Endpoint & AI

Volkswagen Financial Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, is the trusted key to mobility for its brand partners. We are committed to supporting the Audi, Ducati, and Volkswagen brands and their Dealers, specializing in providing accessible mobility solutions for its Customers. The company’s offerings include Retail Leasing, Retail Financing, Commercial Financing for new and used vehicles, and End-of-Term vehicle disposition.

Brief Role Description

This position is Career Level 20P located in Libertyville, IL with a Role Classification of Hybrid.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is established within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this position will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future.

This position is located in Libertyville, IL. The pay range for this location is $101,800 - $183,200 annually.

Benefits for this position include:

• Eligibility for annual performance bonus

• Healthcare benefits

• 401(k), with company match

• Defined contribution retirement program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company lease car program

• Paid time off

Role Summary

The Workplace Technologies Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting all components of the Office 365 and Windows PC environments in a diverse enterprise setting. This role serves as a subject matter expert for Office 365, legacy on-premises productivity applications, and Windows deployment automation. The engineer will create and manage software deployment packages, develop scripts for complex configurations, and provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for end-user computing and conferencing systems.

Design, develop, implement, and govern AI and agentic solutions that enhance productivity and the Workplace Technologies environment.

Responsibilites within this Role

Main responsibility – 80%

Design, develop, test, implement, support, and govern AI solutions and agents using Microsoft Copilot technologies or comparable enterprise AI platforms.

• Manage & monitor deployment of all client Windows Operating systems, software, patches, critical updates and service packs on a timely basis in physical and virtual environments

• Develop and maintain automated deployment systems which cater to self-service

• Recommend process improvements to ensure system scalability and reliability

• Monitor the health of distribution points as well as content being distributed throughout the enterprise

• Assist in the development, implementation, and support of client systems management

• Work with the Sr. Manager, Workplace Technologies to develop deployment specifications and configurations.

• Act as the tier 3 technical contact, deliver advanced technical troubleshooting and problem-solving solutions for corporate customers including, issues escalated to the highest level of management

• Microsoft Teams conferencing room systems. This also includes design, hardware/software evaluations, monitoring and troubleshooting

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and escalation managers when additional support is needed

• Work hand in hand with architects and engineers to design Workplace Technologies solutions

• Intimate understanding of Networking Technologies (WiFi, DNS, DHCP, VLAN’s and VPN troubleshooting.

• Maintain technical knowledge in the industry with internal/external training to improve performance and develop specialization.

• Deep understanding of the entire M365 application stack to include the various subscription plans

• Active Directory & Entra ID

• Strong experience with Microsoft Intune/SCCM

Additional responsibilities – 10%

• 3rd level support for the end user computing platform

• Maintain technical knowledge in the industry with internal/external training

Additional responsibilities – 10%

• Develop scripts to evaluate the environment and deploy solutions using PowerShell

Qualification requirements

Required Education:

• B.S. in Computer Science (or equivalent experience)

Relevant Experience:

• 7+ years in Information Technology

• 7+ years supporting Workplace Technologies Services. Microsoft M365 and/or Microsoft server technologies (e.g. Exchange Server, SharePoint Server and/or OneDrive) and/or Microsoft Windows operating systems, configuration and deployment platforms (SCCM, Intune) and client-based applications

• 2+ years’ experience with scripting and automation technologies (PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API, Azure Automation)

Required Skills:

Knowledge of AI technologies, agent development, AI governance, and responsible and secure implementation of enterprise AI solutions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of M365 suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Windows OS, Power Platform, Viva Platform)

• Active Directory & Entra ID

• SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams

• Microsoft Windows 10/11 Enterprise

• Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager and Intune

• Group policy creation and administration

• Proficiency in managing and securing endpoints (laptops, printers, scanners, mobile devices)

• Virtual Workstation system design and administration

• Windows PowerShell, Shell & vbScript (scripting)

• Basic knowledge of networking, server, and virtual technologies

• Clear and Effective communication with team members and stakeholders

• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users

• Security Mindset – Design, implement and maintain secure solutions

• Willingness to Learn and stay up to date on the latest technologies and trends

• Thorough knowledge of legacy Office applications to include Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, etc.

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Volkswagen Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Volkswagen Financial Services - The key to mobility

VW Credit, Inc., dba Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS), was founded in 1981 as the captive financial services arm of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. and is affiliated with Volkswagen of America, Inc., Audi of America, Inc. and Ducati North America, Inc. VWFS offers services to Volkswagen, Audi, Ducati customers, and authorized dealers as Volkswagen Financial Services, Volkswagen Credit, Audi Financial Services, and Ducati Financial Services. The company offers competitive financial products and services to customers and authorized dealers in the United States. VWFS is headquartered in Reston, VA.

VWFS is seeking individuals from diverse professional backgrounds who can bring fresh perspectives and ideas to help us drive forward in the ever-evolving financial and mobility services industry. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome talent from a variety of professional backgrounds to join our team. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, as it fuels creativity, fosters innovation, and strengthens our ability to serve our customers better. Are you a forward-thinker, a problem-solver, or an innovator? This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values diversity, creativity, and collaboration.

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