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.
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Drive exceptional support for banking operations by tackling technical issues and optimizing payment systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability in transactional banking and...
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Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing performance, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate operational efficiency and prod...
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Infrastructure Support Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Innovate within a critical project team, driving the deployment of advanced network services. Engage with diverse technical experts to implement and optimize infrastructure solutions supporting global...
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IT Applications Support Specialist - Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) & Transportation Systems
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to supporting critical HSE and Transportation applications. Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and enhance system performance across various business units wh...
1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Engineer and lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for military systems, overseeing the entire program lifecycle from design to production while ensuring compliance with custom...
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Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for military systems by managing a multidisciplinary team through the entire program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and ef...
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Drive your career forward by supporting critical PNT systems for the U.S. Space Force. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute test plans, analyze data, and ensure system performance in a d...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to execute systems engineering and testing for PNT systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability for U.S. Space Force programs in a fast...
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Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that provides essential technical support, troubleshooting, and customer advocacy for our cutting-edge cloud platform, while fostering your career growth in...
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Software Engineer II, Application Platform - AI Services
$109K - $186K *
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Software Engineer II, Application Platform - AI Services
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Grow your skills by developing backend services for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance developer experience and ensure quality, scalability, and security in modern...
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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.