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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$70K - $150K *

Elevate your career by managing mission-critical systems, ensuring service restoration, and supporting cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to implement automation and optimize operations whil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $91K *

Join us to troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues in tax software. Collaborate with engineering to ensure precise documentation and swift fixes, all while supporting tax firms during their...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional technical support for optical metrology solutions, collaborating with sales and engineering teams to enhance product capabilities and customer satisfaction through training, troubl...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $125K *

Optimize system reliability by monitoring critical applications, troubleshooting incidents, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure seamless operations. Join a mission-driven team dedicated t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive technical excellence in sales, providing expert support and solutions in semiconductor and industrial applications while collaborating with internal teams to meet client needs...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Drive system stability and performance by optimizing software integration processes, ensuring maximum uptime for critical systems, and enhancing Multi-Domain Command and Control capabilities through i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower scientific innovation by providing expert installation and maintenance of advanced analytical equipment. Build strong customer relationships while resolving complex issues and ensuring optimal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing cutting-edge algorithms for robust navigation in challenging environments. Collaborate across perception, state estimation, and embedded systems to transform research int...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Empower innovation by designing cutting-edge algorithms for navigation in challenging environments. Collaborate across teams to transform research into robust, real-world applications, ensuring reliab...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of technical support by diagnosing and resolving complex electro-mechanical issues, mentoring engineers, and enhancing customer satisfaction through expert guidance and innovative...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion technical excellence by providing advanced support for semiconductor equipment, ensuring swift issue resolution and customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting and collaboration with...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic role providing technical support for complex electro-mechanical systems. Collaborate with engineers and customers to resolve issues, drive improvements, and ensure cu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic IT team to design, develop, and optimize MES solutions, bridging IT and manufacturing operations. Your expertise will enhance production efficiency and ensure seamless integration of...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$58K - $108K *

Transform production testing by enhancing processes, systems, and equipment. Collaborate across teams to optimize product quality and efficiency while troubleshooting complex issues in a fast-paced en...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality and efficiency on the manufacturing test floor. Provide essential support for test development, troubleshooting, and data analysis to drive continuous...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $108K *

Transform production testing by developing and enhancing processes, systems, and equipment. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency while troubleshooting complex issues and managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $108K *

Empower innovation by enhancing production-test processes and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement test methods, analyze data, and troubleshoot complex issues, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and implement innovative testing methods and equipment while enhancing efficiency in a hands-on engineering environment...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $122K *

Join us to translate complex business needs into scalable solutions, leveraging AI and cloud technologies. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to implement core platform capabilities a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $122K *

Innovate solutions by bridging business strategy and technical execution, translating complex requirements into scalable, AI-driven workflows while collaborating with enterprise clients to enhance the...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $165K *

Support innovative retail solutions as a Lead Software Engineer, collaborating on end-to-end solution delivery using AI-driven tools and driving Agile methodologies. You'll develop high-impact feature...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality AI solutions. Manage multiple initiatives, ensuring adherence to governance and achievin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving effective use of Development Data Warehouse and Power BI reporting. This role enhances operational readiness, coordinates training, and supports cross-functional collaborat...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $96K *

Engineer innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in Java, AWS, and microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality applications while ensuring robust security...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, where you'll develop and implement aerospace quality standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across processes and products in a f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.