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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative optical solutions. As an Applications Engineer, you'll coordinate projects, collaborate cross-departmentally, and ensure the success of laser Dopp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of site reliability engineering. Leverage your skills in automation, cloud technologies, and CI/CD practices to enhance operational efficiency and reliability acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $150K *

Lead customer-facing installations, deliver technical support, and manage projects for complex audio systems. Foster collaboration across sales, engineering, and product management to ensure successfu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$112K - $150K *

Optimize customer interactions by providing top-tier technical support and training, managing complex installations, and leading sales efforts. Collaborate across departments to enhance product perfor...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering top-tier support while collaborating with diverse internal teams and business partners. Leverage your expertise in SaaS applications and enhance customer sat...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $114K *

Optimize customer operations by diagnosing and repairing CNC machinery. Collaborate with diverse industries, providing hands-on technical support and ensuring equipment reliability through expert trou...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $137K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex healthcare challenges. As an Intermediate Software Engineer, you'll design, build, and support innovative solutions while collaborating with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in HVAC solutions through close client collaboration and expert guidance. Elevate your career by engaging in multifaceted projects, while enjoying a supportive, t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $158K *

Lead the charge in advancing manufacturing technologies, driving innovation and efficiency across production systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance capabilities, optimize processes, and del...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join our team as you implement change requests and troubleshoot connectivity issues. You'll work with advanced networking technologies, ensuring seamless operations and customer satisfaction while par...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the technical support team to enhance IT infrastructure efficiency, ensuring optimal operation of servers, VMware, and databases. Lead system upgrades and support strategies while fostering user...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $140K *

Drive innovation as a Software Engineer specializing in Cloud & DevOps. Collaborate across teams to enhance software solutions, optimize cloud infrastructure, and implement best practices for secure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $177K *

Optimize technical support and leadership for complex projects, driving customer satisfaction and team success through expert guidance and innovative solutions in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $155K *

Transform the landscape of classified endpoint systems by engineering, managing, and optimizing macOS/iOS applications and infrastructure. Utilize your expertise to ensure rigorous compliance, automat...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $121K *

Elevate your career by contributing to innovative software solutions for advanced medical diagnostics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and support high-quality software thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Manage and optimize VMware vSphere environments, ensuring high performance and stability. Collaborate across teams to support a secure virtualized infrastructure, leveraging best practices in enterpri...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $118K *

Optimize technical and systems support processes while collaborating with senior engineers. Assist in documentation, training, and project management to enhance operational efficiency and improve serv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of automating workflows across teams by building AI agents using Claude and Microsoft Copilot. Collaborate with various departments to identify automation opportunities, ensuring securi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Empower the future of lab technology by maintaining and troubleshooting complex instrumentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of advanced analytical systems, dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative solutions in derivatives technology. Collaborate with teams to enhance trading platforms using backend development. Embrace challenges and drive excellence in a dynamic, inclusive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative engineering solutions in refrigeration and gas processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality proposals and maintain strong client r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction through expert support and quality assurance in the Warewash Division. Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve product issues and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $107K *

Champion client success by leveraging technical expertise to enhance platform value, optimize workflows, and drive measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative so...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $160K *

Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.