Support Engineer - Escalation Management
Who is Blueprint? We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun. What does Blueprint do? Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies. Why Blueprint? At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint. In This Role In this role, you will serve as a senior escalation and incident manager responsible for guiding enterprise and high‑visibility customers through their most critical service disruptions. You will be accountable for orchestrating internal and external stakeholders, driving structured incident management, ensuring clear and executive‑level communications, and mitigating business impact during severity‑1 situations. The role balances real‑time crisis ownership with proactive case review and triage, requiring strong judgment, reliability, and composure in high‑pressure environments. This is a fully remote position with participation in a 24x7 on‑call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Responsibilities
Own and manage high‑priority, business‑critical customer escalations through resolution Serve as the incident lead during severity‑1 and high‑visibility situations, ensuring structured escalation processes are followed Actively triage incoming critical cases and review long‑running incidents to determine next actions and risk mitigation Coordinate cross‑functional internal teams and external stakeholders, including leadership, to drive timely resolution Deliver clear, concise, and executive‑level written and verbal communications throughout the incident lifecycle Track progress, risks, and dependencies during active incidents and ensure accountability across involved parties Identify systemic gaps, operational breakdowns, and recurring issues surfaced during incident execution Escalate internally as needed, up to executive levels, to remove blockers and resolve critical issues Mentor and guide teams outside the escalation function on critical situation processes when required Act as a crisis manager during catastrophic or politically sensitive customer events Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including process optimization, tooling enhancements, and reporting Provide detailed incident reporting and insights to support decision‑making and long‑term improvements Participate in team initiatives, projects, and on‑call rotation to support 24x7 global coverage Qualifications (Required) United States citizenship with an active, valid U.S. passport Minimum of 7 years of experience in the technology industry, customer service, support operations, or a related field OR Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in business, technology, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience OR equivalent professional experience Proven experience supporting enterprise or high‑severity customer environments Strong familiarity with enterprise software platforms and terminology Demonstrated ability to manage high‑pressure situations with professionalism and sound judgment Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level summaries Ability to self‑manage, remain reliable within a defined shift, and meet strict response and availability expectations Willingness and ability to work non‑standard hours, weekends, and public holidays as part of a 24x7 rotation Proficiency with collaboration and productivity tools (email, messaging, document creation, spreadsheets, and shared workspaces), with 5–7 years of hands‑on experience
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working within a large, complex technology organization Direct experience supporting or managing incidents involving enterprise cloud or productivity platforms Background in technical, support, or service operations roles (hands‑on technical work not required) Cloud fundamentals certification (e.g., cloud platform or productivity suite fundamentals) IT service management or project management certifications (ITIL, PMP, or similar) Experience mentoring or influencing teams outside of direct reporting structures Demonstrated success managing complex, mission‑critical, or politically sensitive customer situations Salary Range At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market. For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $25 – $27.10 USD Per Hr. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range. Equal Opportunity Employer Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: [email protected] Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Account 401k program Competitive PTO offerings Parental Leave Opportunities for professional growth and development Location: Remote