Application Support Specialist Jobs

Application Support Specialists help organizations keep business-critical software reliable, available, and easy to use. They investigate technical issues, support users, monitor application performance, and coordinate with developers, infrastructure teams, and vendors to resolve problems. Explore vetted Application Support Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Application Support Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and application environment, but commonly include diagnosing incidents, troubleshooting software and integrations, managing support requests, documenting solutions, and escalating complex defects. Specialists may also monitor systems, analyze logs and data, assist with releases, and help improve support processes and application reliability.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience supporting enterprise applications, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to prioritize issues by urgency and business impact. Familiarity with ticketing and monitoring tools, SQL, scripting, operating systems, cloud platforms, APIs, or IT service management practices can be valuable. Requirements differ across industries and seniority levels.

Application Support Career Opportunities

Application Support Specialists work across sectors such as financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and government. With experience, professionals may move into senior support, application administration, systems analysis, site reliability, technical operations, or support management. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find Application Support Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more. Search Application Support Specialist jobs to discover openings that match your experience and career goals, and review each listing for its specific qualifications and compensation details.

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$90K - $110K *

Transform financial operations by supporting ERP implementation, analyzing business processes, and ensuring seamless integration across multiple workstreams. Collaborate with teams to enhance system f...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance analytics and informatics solutions by integrating VA databases, developing dashboards, and collaborating in Agile teams to enhance healthcare delivery for Veterans, ensuring effective data ma...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive enterprise-level revenue growth by building relationships with healthcare executives, identifying strategic opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions to meet sales goals in a dynamic heal...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $248K *

Champion client engagement and operational excellence by managing consulting teams, driving quality standards, and fostering relationships within Military Health Systems. Lead new business development...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance SaaS applications, utilizing Agile methodologies. Collaborate with peers, support customers, and drive innovative solutions while staying updated on technica...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Provide expert technical support and solutions to enhance customer success with Mastercam products, collaborating with teams to optimize workflows and drive product improvements in the West region...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

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Florham Park, NJRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing expert support in molecular diagnostics, driving product implementation, and fostering strong relationships with clinical laboratories to ensure successful adoption an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $121K *

Lead impactful training initiatives designed to empower customers globally. Utilize innovative methods and foster strong relationships to enhance learning experiences and drive success across diverse...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $166K *

Shape the future of healthcare engagement by connecting with HCPs through innovative tools and insights. Drive strategic discussions and enhance patient care while collaborating with cross-functional...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $117K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $189K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $99K *

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Empower our sales team by equipping them with critical tools and training. As a strategic partner, you'll collaborate across departments to enhance sales effectiveness and drive success with innovativ...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Application Support Specialist do?question toggle

    An Application Support Specialist helps maintain business software by troubleshooting incidents, assisting users, monitoring application health, documenting fixes, and coordinating with technical teams to resolve issues.

  • What skills are useful for Application Support Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills include problem-solving, clear communication, incident prioritization, and experience with enterprise applications. Depending on the role, employers may also value SQL, scripting, cloud platforms, APIs, monitoring tools, and IT service management knowledge.

  • What qualifications do employers typically look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers commonly seek relevant application or technical support experience and may prefer a degree, certifications, or familiarity with specific platforms and tools. Check individual listings for exact qualifications.

  • Where do Application Support Specialists work?question toggle

    They work in organizations that rely on software, including financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and government. Roles may support internal business systems, customer-facing applications, or specialized platforms.

  • Can Application Support Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior, specialized, or high-responsibility positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and technical scope; review each job listing for details.

  • What career paths can follow application support?question toggle

    Experienced specialists may pursue senior application support, application administration, systems analysis, technical operations, site reliability, or support leadership roles, depending on their interests and skills.