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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$109K - $186K *

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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's transforming client systems with innovative AI solutions. You'll develop and implement end-to-end applications, ensuring they integrate seamlessly into existing environments while a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $180K *

Drive innovative solutions as you analyze project impacts and support advanced electronics systems. Collaborate in tactical planning and hands-on engineering to enhance efficiency and resource allocat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Help us optimize sales operations by providing essential support to our sales team, ensuring accurate order processing, exceptional customer service, and effective collaboration across departments to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $186K *

Drive security excellence by analyzing, implementing, and monitoring robust security systems to protect organizational assets. Collaborate with teams to enhance security protocols and respond to evolv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $108K *

Optimize existing applications in the Supply Chain by troubleshooting, enhancing, and documenting web solutions. Collaborate with users and support teams to ensure stability and reliability while driv...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $108K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as an entry-level Software Developer, focusing on enhancing web applications and collaborating with users to ensure stability and reliability in supply chain...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$226K - $338K *

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of AI-powered customer experience, driving transformative solutions and measurable results. Collaborate cross-functionally to architect innovative strategies that...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing by ensuring the highest quality standards. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive improvements, and enhance product reliability t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise-scale Atlassian environments by leading migrations to the cloud. Utilize your expertise in Jira and Confluence administration, cloud strategies, and integrations to ensure a seaml...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the technical health of a claims platform by enhancing applications, ensuring system stability, and bridging engineering with business needs. This hybrid role combines hands-on development with s...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform the claims platform by ensuring its technical health through hands-on development and systems engineering. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance, maintain integrations, and su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead large-scale distributed test events, ensuring interoperability and system validation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, and maintain compliance in a fast...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $120K *

Shape innovative solutions as you lead technical interactions, develop custom kits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs in medium voltage applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $175K *

Deliver robust, scalable software solutions that enhance security for critical services. Collaborate with diverse technologies to design, code, and deploy high-performance systems, ensuring security i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting applications. Collaborate on integration with COTS and FOSS products while leveraging modern technologies to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful solutions as a technical advisor in pre-sales, collaborating with teams to architect tailored POS solutions that address customer challenges and enhance business operations. Engage wit...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $246K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing innovative software solutions for semiconductor equipment. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and lead projects that drive technological...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock secure access solutions by providing expert support for Okta-based Identity, Credential, and Access Management systems in a federal environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure integrity and c...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing expert support for Okta-based Identity, Credential, and Access Management solutions in a federal environment. Collaborate with security teams to ensure secure and reli...

Illinois, USRemote

Today

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

$95K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading impactful solutions that empower our subscribers. Leverage your technical expertise to design, implement, and optimize systems across departments while driving ongoing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Citrix environments to enhance healthcare delivery. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues, improve operational practices, and ensure reliable access to cr...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $135K *

Unlock potential by driving performance engineering initiatives for enterprise applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system responsiveness, automate processes, and mentor junior engineers wh...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $220K *

Drive mission success by integrating software solutions and managing operational requests. Collaborate with teams to ensure system reliability through hands-on Linux administration, automation, and da...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $220K *

Manage complex technical requirements and operational requests while ensuring system reliability through hands-on Linux administration, software integration, and automation. Collaborate with mission c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.