Application Support Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does an Application Support Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities

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.

Find Application Support Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$80K - $122K *

Manage technical support experiences for customers, resolving complex issues and maximizing value from Salesforce solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction while devel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $148K *

Drive innovation by guiding semiconductor products from concept to qualification. Collaborate with customers and R&D to optimize processes, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure peak equipment perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the developer experience by managing support operations, collaborating across teams, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance service quality and efficiency in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining the stability and performance of critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational readiness and drive improvements in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $135K *

Provide L1/L2 support for critical Fixed Income trading applications, ensuring stability and swift issue resolution. Collaborate with traders and tech teams to enhance system reliability and support t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring top-tier quality and service for Commercial Display products. Manage product evaluations, support cross-functional teams, and drive improvements from launch through post-ma...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $90K *

Support employees' technology experiences by diagnosing and resolving issues, leveraging automation and insights for continuous improvement, while delivering high-quality service across diverse channe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $95K *

Drive exceptional client support by managing complex technical issues and escalations. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance service delivery, mentor junior staff, and leverage AI tools for ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Unlock the potential of your desktop support skills as you become the primary expert in Microsoft Windows administration, providing essential technical support and ensuring seamless operations for our...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $158K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative solutions in application support, enhancing operational efficiency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise software for the fina...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer satisfaction through effective technical support. Engage in incident management, troubleshoot banking systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to opti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock seamless technology experiences by managing endpoint devices, supporting users, and transitioning legacy systems to modern environments. This hands-on role requires technical expertise and stro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by providing essential IT support, resolving end-user issues, managing collaboration tools, and enhancing office technology. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving user exper...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $113K *

Explore a dynamic role in technical support, bridging customer needs with engineering solutions. Collaborate globally to resolve issues, enhance user experience, and drive continuous improvement in so...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by bridging engineering and sales, providing technical expertise in application design, proposal development, and customer engagement to drive successful project outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team as a Field Support Engineer, where you'll tackle complex technical challenges in mission-critical environments, leveraging your expertise in Red Hat OpenS...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software release readiness, troubleshoot issues, and optimize test environments, driving operational efficiency and rapid service restoration in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $110K *

Champion your career by providing vital technical support to trading desks, ensuring seamless operations and stability. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance application performance and drive busi...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical applications. Collaborate with global teams to drive operational excellence and enhance automation across a divers...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing global financial markets by ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical applications. Leverage SRE principles to drive operational excellence...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you ensure the reliability and performance of mission-critical applications, driving operational excellence and automation across a diverse portfolio in a dynamic, collaborati...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by leveraging expertise in planning, technical guidance, and integration of multi-discipline efforts. Collaborate across teams to ensure deliverables are met efficiently an...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing hands-on IT support, managing day-to-day operations, and enhancing cybersecurity measures in a fast-paced aerospace environment. Collaborate closely with coll...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing system reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot web applications, implement automation, and improve customer servi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Join our Client Success team as a Senior Support Engineer, where you'll elevate support standards, foster client relationships, and collaborate with developers to resolve complex issues, ensuring exce...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Application Support Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Application Support Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for salary, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.