Application Support Engineers keep business-critical software running smoothly. They investigate technical issues, support users and development teams, and help ensure applications remain reliable, secure, and performant. Explore vetted Application Support Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by organization, but commonly include monitoring applications, diagnosing incidents, analyzing logs and system metrics, resolving escalated support cases, and coordinating fixes with engineering, infrastructure, and product teams. Many roles also involve documenting procedures, improving support workflows, and helping prevent recurring problems.
Employers often look for experience supporting production applications and strong troubleshooting, communication, and analytical skills. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include SQL, scripting, cloud platforms, Linux or Windows administration, networking fundamentals, observability tools, and familiarity with incident-management practices. Requirements differ across companies and industries.
Application Support Engineers work across industries that rely on software, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and enterprise operations. With experience, professionals may move into senior support engineering, site reliability engineering, systems engineering, technical operations, or application development. Browse Ladders to find high-paying roles aligned with your experience and career goals.
Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Application Support Engineer jobs to discover openings, compare responsibilities, and identify positions that match your technical strengths.
$120K - $145K *
Engage as a trusted technical expert, empowering diverse clients to maximize their data. Lead evaluations, mentor junior engineers, and influence product direction while collaborating across teams in...
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Client Support Engineer II - Stamford
$80K - $90K *
Support our clients by providing exceptional onsite IT assistance, troubleshooting diverse technologies, and ensuring seamless communication. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality service whi...
1 week ago
Application Development Engineer (Java) - AVP
$94K - $141K *
Elevate application systems through analysis, design, and implementation, ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions while providing user support and...
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$76K - $127K *
Champion exceptional IT support through proactive management of incidents and user needs. Collaborate globally to enhance end-user experiences while ensuring smooth office operations and technological...
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Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 30869
$115K - $150K *
Champion innovative software solutions by designing and implementing complex systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to leverage modern technologies and enhance client capabilities, while staying cur...
2 days ago
Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 30870
$137K - $200K *
Build and scale critical backend systems that manage vast data volumes and high query loads. Collaborate with a talented team to design robust APIs, enhance deployment automation, and tackle complex t...
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Regulatory Engineer, Brier Hill, PA
$107K - $135K *
Shape your career by providing engineering solutions for underground mining equipment, collaborating with teams to enhance product functionality, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Your...
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Product Launch & Technical Support Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in launching and supporting microwave radio products, ensuring compliance and performance through hands-on testing, technical support, and customer interaction across North America to...
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Product Launch & Technical Support Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Engage your expertise to launch and support microwave radio products, ensuring compliance and performance across North America. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve technical issues and enhance c...
Yesterday
$62K - $111K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of test engineering by supporting the development and commissioning of test solutions, enhancing production efficiency, and driving continuous improvement in test...
1 week ago
$62K - $111K *
Drive the charge in developing and optimizing test solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver comprehensive documentation and tra...
1 week ago
Systems Engineer - Evaluation Engineering
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in designing and building robust distributed systems that ensure fault-tolerance and efficiency while managing complex evaluation loops across diverse devices and high-throughput simul...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion technical excellence by leading enterprise-level deployment and integration of Access Control and Video Management Systems. Collaborate with project teams to ensure quality installations and...
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Senior Application Support Specialist
$121K - $132K *
Innovate your career by managing production incidents and enhancing application support. Collaborate with teams to ensure system availability, implement changes, and conduct root cause analysis in a d...
3 weeks ago
Client Support Engineer I - LA
$85K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional IT support. In this hybrid role, you'll provide onsite and remote assistance to clients, ensuring seamless communication and high-quality service...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Optimize IT support operations by delivering high-quality technical assistance, managing complex issues, and leveraging AI tools to enhance user experience and team efficiency in a dynamic office envi...
4 days ago
$114K - $190K *
Lead the charge in designing and developing complex software systems, ensuring performance and functionality meet user requirements while collaborating with engineers and users to deliver innovative s...
Today
$141K - $236K *
Analyze user requirements and design robust software solutions. Drive development and maintenance of complex systems, ensuring performance standards are met while mentoring teams and integrating softw...
Yesterday
$141K - $236K *
Transform complex software systems through innovative development and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics, algorithms, and real-time systems while ensuring adherence to design req...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform quality assurance in retail by leading testing strategies and driving best practices. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust test coverage and enhance solutions, while mentoring junior engi...
3 weeks ago
$92K - $110K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for innovative POS solutions, driving testing strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the retail experience through comprehens...
1 month ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion IT support across global offices by troubleshooting, managing endpoints, and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient onboarding, offboarding, and technical assis...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $138K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in complex customer solutions. As a senior technical expert, you'll lead strategic engagements, design scalable solutions, and foster strong relationships to ensu...
3 days ago
$100K - $138K *
Unlock potential by serving as a senior technical expert in sales, driving complex customer solutions and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve strategic goals and enhance customer relations...
3 days ago
Product Support Specialist, AVP
$90K - $157K *
Empower clients by providing expert technical support in Fixed Income and Derivatives. Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to translate client needs into actionable solutions while ensuring...
2 days ago
What does an Application Support Engineer do?
An Application Support Engineer troubleshoots and supports software applications, monitors production performance, responds to incidents, and works with technical teams to restore service and prevent repeat issues.
What skills are commonly required for Application Support Engineer jobs?
Commonly sought skills include application troubleshooting, log analysis, SQL, scripting, operating systems, networking, cloud platforms, and clear communication. Specific requirements vary by employer and role.
Are Application Support Engineer jobs available remotely?
Some employers offer remote or hybrid Application Support Engineer positions, while others require on-site or scheduled coverage. Check each job listing for location and work-arrangement details.
How can I find high-paying Application Support Engineer jobs?
Search Ladders for vetted Application Support Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for salary, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.