Support Associate
About Shockbyte
Have you ever had a two-week Minecraft spree, survived in ARK, or raided in Rust? Chances are, you’ve played on our servers. Shockbyte’s one of the largest game server providers out there, with hundreds of thousands of players worldwide across 60+ supported games. We’re looking for talented individuals to join us in shaping the future of multiplayer gaming as we know it.
We don’t stop at providing servers, we elevate the experience and make server hosting seamless for every player and studio. Working with us means joining a global team of gamers who live and breathe the worlds we help create. We’re passionate about technology, collaboration, and levelling up what multiplayer can be.
At Shockbyte, what matters is your skill and passion. Whether you learned in a classroom, a code editor, or a server console, we value what you can build.
We’re looking for people who take initiative, thrive in fast-paced environments, and love solving problems that shape the way millions play together. If you want to turn your gaming experience into something bigger, something that powers communities across the world, Shockbyte is where you can make it happen.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Support Associate to deliver fast, friendly, and reliable support to players and server owners around the world.
In this role, you’ll handle customer tickets covering technical troubleshooting, billing, cancellations, and general enquiries. You’ll be the bridge between our users and our tech, ensuring every player gets back in the game quickly and every issue is handled with care and precision.
Location Type: Hybrid
You’ll Thrive Here If…
🎮 You take responsibility, see things through, and never leave problems unsolved.
🎯 You push objectives forward with bold actions and meaningful impact.
🌱 You’re always learning, asking questions, and helping others level up.
🧩 You welcome feedback, value honesty, and put the team above ego.
🔐 You share knowledge openly, make your work visible, and build trust through clarity.
Requirements
🎮 Core Skills
- Excellent written communication skills in English, with a clear, friendly, and professional tone.
- Strong problem-solving and technical reasoning skills.
- Ability to manage multiple support tickets efficiently across billing, cancellations, and technical requests.
- Solid understanding of game server environments and hosting fundamentals.
- Customer-first mindset. Proactive, empathetic, and solution-oriented in every interaction.
⚡ Bonus XP
- Experience using WHMCS or Zendesk similar platforms for managing tickets and billing.
- Previous experience working at a game server hosting company
- Familiarity with FTP, server configuration, or mod/plugin installation.
- You love multiplayer games!
🧩 Experience & Background
- 1–2 years of experience in customer-facing technical support.
- Equivalent hands-on experience or self-taught knowledge in game server management, mod/plugin installation and customer service is equally valued.
Benefits
- 🌍 Hybrid Work - Work remote, and team up in person with the developers at our office in Eindhoven.
- ⏰ Flexible Hours - Adjust your schedule around when you’re most productive.
- 🚀 Career Growth - Clear pathways to level up your skills and advance your career.
- 📚 Development Budget - Access courses, certifications, and conferences to stay sharp.
- 💻 Workspace Support - Get a stipend to upgrade your home office or coworking setup.
- 🎮 Virtual Team Events - From trivia and escape rooms to weekly game nights with the team.
- 👕 Shockbyte Merch Pack - Custom hoodies, shirts, caps, mugs, and stickers made for our crew.
- ✈️ Travel Opportunities - Meet teammates around the world and represent Shockbyte at events.
- 🕹️ Free Game Servers - Spin up your own servers and play on us.
- 🏆 Esports & Gaming Events - Free tickets to tournaments and gaming expos.
Skills
As published by workable · 16 questions · 6 written answers
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Cover letter
Short answers (2)
- What are your preferred working hours?
- If applicable, describe the panel or tools you used (from the question above) and what tasks you performed. Keep it to 2–3 sentences. If none, write N/A.
Pick from a list (8)
- Do you have a reliable internet connection suitable for remote work?
- Are you able to work 40 hours per week with at least 4 hours of daily overlap with EU time zones?
- Do you have hands-on experience troubleshooting issues on game servers (e.g., Minecraft, ARK, Rust)?
- Which best reflects your view on use of AI in the workplace?
- Do you have at least 1 year of experience in customer support, technical support, or a similar customer-facing role?
- Is your annual salary expectation EUR$38,000 or below for this role?
- Which of the following games do you have meaningful experience with?
- What is your level of experience with game servers or hosting panels?
Written answers (6)
- What are your preferred working hours? Please answer using a start–end format (e.g., 05:00–13:00).
- A customer reports: “My server crashes every time a specific player joins.” Describe your first two steps and why.
- Write a brief, friendly, and professional response to a customer who says: “My Minecraft server keeps crashing whenever I try to join.”
- Why do you want to work at Shockbyte?
- What is your annual salary expectation (in EUR) for this role?
- In 2–4 sentences, describe the most relevant things you’ve done in any of the games you selected above (e.g., gameplay depth, modpacks, plugins, game admin roles, self-hosting, configs).