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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise-level systems and networks, ensuring stability and performance across multiple locations while enhancing user experience through effective training and automat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $91K *

Solve technical challenges as a key support specialist, ensuring customer satisfaction by troubleshooting issues, documenting solutions, and collaborating with engineering to enhance software performa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading application security initiatives, enhancing product security, and driving secure development practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish standards, manage vu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $87K *

Empower customer success by acting as a key liaison between service teams and product development, resolving escalations and enhancing product support through technical expertise and collaboration wit...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $167K *

Optimize service reliability and performance by applying Site Reliability Engineering practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance monitoring, automate processes, and drive continuous...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $108K *

Unlock potential by bridging engineering and client needs in low light imaging. Engage in technical support, product testing, and optimization while contributing to innovative camera solutions for var...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $152K *

Contribute to software development by collaborating with a Product Development Team to create scalable, fault-tolerant solutions that meet strategic business goals while adhering to coding standards a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $152K *

Elevate software development by collaborating on user stories and creating scalable solutions. Drive innovation within a Product Development Team to achieve strategic business outcomes through robust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in advanced engineering of the ServiceNow platform, driving stability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and integrations, utilizing modern practices to enhance servi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Develop and manage cloud-based data solutions, ensuring streamlined data management for finance needs. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver high-quality software components and enhance bus...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of user-centric web applications by designing and developing modern front-end solutions that integrate AI insights, ensuring secure and scalable experiences for Veterans and the VA mi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing engineering solutions through innovative software development. Collaborate with experts to enhance applications, support customer needs, and drive impactful research...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop a next-gen AI platform, focusing on intelligent agent frameworks and modern web applications. Collaborate across the full stack to enhance decision-making wor...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design and develop a next-gen AI platform. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhance decision-making workflows in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Take ownership of a key client environment, providing expert technical support and proactive management across Microsoft technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and opt...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $183K *

Transform customer solutions by architecting AI-driven applications using Google Cloud. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance and deliver innovative, scalable solutions that meet busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Innovate IT support solutions by providing hands-on desktop assistance, analyzing ticket trends, and enhancing Microsoft 365 administration. Drive AI tool adoption and streamline onboarding processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $155K *

Lead the implementation of energy conservation measures in complex projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $140K *

Lead the technical execution of Energy-as-a-Service projects, optimizing energy conservation measures across complex multi-building portfolios. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $171K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic role supporting Energy-as-a-Service projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize energy conservation measures and enhance system performance across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $155K *

Optimize energy conservation measures by providing technical expertise in EaaS projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance system performance and mentor staff, ensuring successful pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $171K *

Lead the technical execution of Energy-as-a-Service projects, optimizing energy conservation measures across complex multi-building portfolios. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $171K *

Drive energy efficiency by providing technical expertise in EaaS projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and mentor staff, ensuring successful implementation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.