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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$72K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team in developing real-time mission-critical software solutions. Take ownership of design, integration, and testing processes, while collaborating in an Agile environment to enhance pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement software solutions for mission-critical defense applications, collaborating in an Agile environment to enhance combat systems and ensure reliability in soft...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide product application and technical support, collaborating across departments and engaging directly with customers. Your expertise will be key in driving successful en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering technical expertise and support in a dynamic environment, bridging collaboration between sales, engineering, and customers to drive innovative solutions in p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in engineering software. Leverage your technical expertise to support presales activities, engage with customers, and enhance product adoption in the Americas, co...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform the quality landscape of core kernel technologies by defining test strategies, developing automation, and delivering reliable quality signals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of banking technology by designing and building scalable full-stack features for a core banking platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hig...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to design and maintain scalable full-stack features for a core banking platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while embracing AI-ass...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $166K *

Engineer innovative solutions in semiconductor applications, driving product adoption and optimization. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer processes and deliver impactful results through exper...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional technical support for enterprise software applications. Collaborate with customers and development teams to troubleshoot issues, enhance software...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to develop innovative automation solutions, manage customer projects, and drive technical proposals. Engage with customers, lead multi-unit quotes, and mentor junior engineers while ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $182K *

Drive your career with innovative DevSecOps practices, enhancing AI security and cloud applications. Collaborate on automation, software delivery, and security expertise to protect vital infrastructur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing radar systems for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the systems engineering lifecycle to deliver high-perfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex test engineering solutions by designing and developing advanced test consoles for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the efficiency of information systems through advanced analysis, design, and support. Collaborate with leadership and vendors to implement technology solutions that enhance operational objecti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $185K *

Transform the ArcGIS Enterprise platform by developing scalable, reliable software solutions. Collaborate with a global team to enhance mapping and analytics capabilities, utilizing cutting-edge techn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K *

Lead the charge in defining enterprise-wide endpoint architecture and strategy. Drive technical governance across platforms, ensuring alignment with security and cloud initiatives while providing arch...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $181K *

Shape the future of technology by designing scalable architectures for cloud migration and microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize performance, and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $109K *

Drive the success of manufacturing applications by leading a dedicated support team, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction while fostering collaboration across departments and managing ve...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $135K *

Lead and inspire a team of application engineers to enhance technical support, drive revenue growth, and ensure compliance in Air Handling solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $110K *

Champion the implementation and support of Windows Server environments, ensuring optimal performance and security across diverse customer infrastructures while collaborating with technical teams and s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $136K *

Drive innovation by optimizing cloud infrastructure and delivery automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable platforms for financial services clients, ensuring se...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $106K *

Transform the technology experience for a dynamic office environment, providing high-touch support to executives and employees. Lead site projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive automation in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Support automation initiatives by providing expert application engineering for OEMs and End Users. Collaborate with sales teams to design solutions, lead technical consultations, and ensure successful...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $98K *

Join our team to support electrical systems in R&D, focusing on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate across shifts to enhance facility operations and ensure client satisfaction in a dyn...

Oshawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.