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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$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

$87K - $131K *

Advance systems management by enhancing ERP and HRIS platforms to support business growth, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring smooth transitions with new releases in a global medical device envi...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $152K *

Drive the design and integration of electrical systems for X-ray imaging platforms, ensuring compliance and peak performance. Collaborate across teams to support the full product lifecycle, from devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $241K *

Join us to lead software integration efforts, managing customer interactions and technical requirements while providing critical support in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will drive the success...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $234K *

Elevate our OCI registries by designing innovative features and functionalities. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and drive strategic decisions while maintaining a robust, scalable in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $195K *

Drive the development of a comprehensive performance strategy, aligning user expectations with testing methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance monitoring and opti...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Red Hat OpenShift performance through innovative testing and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and engage with the...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $234K *

Transform the OCI registry landscape by designing and developing innovative features for quay.io. Collaborate with teams to enhance service experiences while leveraging cutting-edge AI tools for scala...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise support initiatives, driving customer engagement and technical solutions. Leverage your expertise in managing technical teams and enhancing support processes...

2 days ago

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

$84K - $105K *

Transform the employee experience by delivering exceptional onsite IT support, resolving technical issues, and ensuring seamless operations in a dynamic financial services environment. Engage with sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $109K *

Elevate your career by providing exceptional IT support to C-suite executives. Deliver proactive, white-glove service, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure seamless technology experiences in a fa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$126K - $137K *

Drive the evolution of a critical Vehicle Integration System, leveraging cloud software and embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle capabilities, ensuring seamless...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by owning AWS cloud operations, enhancing reliability, performance, and cost efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless service delivery and operation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $134K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing secure, scalable applications and AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance developer productivity and ensure reliable, high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $192K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing datacenter SSD qualifications. Leverage your expertise in test planning, failure analysis, and status reporting to ensure successful product launches while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward as you lead the design and implementation of hybrid cloud platforms, ensuring high availability and security while optimizing data solutions and applying Infrastructure as Co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $114K *

Engineer and enhance critical manufacturing applications and OT systems, bridging operations and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, ensuring reliable execution...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $103K *

Support a global workforce by delivering exceptional IT solutions. Manage user lifecycle processes, troubleshoot modern workplace technologies, and enhance IT operations through automation and documen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data ingestion and pipeline management within the medallion architecture. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reliable data delivery, create operational documentation, and implement advan...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $155K *

Unlock potential by developing secure technologies for next-gen AI devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product security and protect customer data while gaining hands-on experie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $194K *

Lead a dynamic Support Engineering team, enhancing customer experiences through AI-driven solutions, mentorship, and scalable processes while fostering a culture of growth and accountability...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive innovation in motion control systems. Engage with customers, ensuring successful project execution and optimal integration of advanced technologies in various applicat...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage deeply with customers to drive innovative solutions in motion control and robotics. Support deployment, optimize performance, and ensure reliable operation in diverse applications while contrib...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $148K *

Explore a dynamic role in technical support, optimizing semiconductor applications and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and collaboration with cross-functional teams...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality automation efforts, ensuring robust testing strategies and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and drive continuous improvemen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.