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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$84K - $126K *

Make your mark as a key security architect managing access and configurations in the Workday platforms. Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance and efficient operations, while handling integ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$68K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance Epic applications, ensuring seamless integration of clinical and business processes. Collaborate on system configuration, provide user support, and optimize application...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$97K - $113K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to enhance critical applications in an IBM AS400 environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure system reliability while developing and supporting vita...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$67K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex data solutions through seamless technical implementations and project management. You'll engage with clients at all levels, ensuring impactful onboar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $161K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of Veeva Vault RIM, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experienc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of software development as you lead a team driving innovative solutions and operational excellence while managing project delivery and production support in a collaborative, hybrid wo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading software development initiatives and guiding a high-performing team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure cohesive delivery and operational excellence in a...

Davenport, IARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $115K *

Optimize systems operations to ensure stability and performance of trading platforms. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, enhance infrastructure, and support clients in a dynamic market env...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $149K *

Drive excellence in application support by leveraging DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and troubleshoot complex issues, ensuring optima...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize IT support for hybrid cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring cybersecurity compliance and reliable access for scientific and administrative operations. Collaborate with teams to maintai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with cutting-edge technology to manage and secure hybrid cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring reliable IT support for scientific and administrative operations while maintaining cybersec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Drive project controls excellence by developing standards and providing expert guidance on scheduling, budgeting, and earned value management. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with objective...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $203K *

Unlock potential by driving AI and digital transformation initiatives that enhance enterprise operations. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that del...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $187K *

Lead the charge in overseeing clinic operations, ensuring high-quality patient care while managing clinical staff and resources. Drive compliance, mentorship, and operational excellence to enhance pat...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine software solutions as a technical leader guiding architecture and delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor teams in building scalable, secure, and modern applications that elevate...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the management of a Linux and Windows cloud environment, enhancing performance and security. Collaborate with a team to deliver project goals while providing effective communication across all s...

Washington DC, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform business development operations by optimizing SharePoint environments, enhancing governance processes, and streamlining training for new staff. Collaborate with teams to drive efficiency and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$266K - $335K *

Unlock potential by managing relationships with senior technical personnel, demonstrating product value, and providing expert solutions to enhance customer business objectives in a dynamic sales envir...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$272K - $330K *

Optimize customer solutions by leveraging technical expertise in product sales. Collaborate with senior decision-makers to drive business objectives and enhance product understanding, ensuring excepti...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate our technology infrastructure by managing and optimizing SaaS systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT processes, ensuring seamless integration and user satisfaction while driving innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $165K *

Elevate agency transitions by leading the deployment of Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, managing full lifecycle migrations for federal agencies of all sizes, ensuring seamless integration and operational rea...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower Intelligence Community users by enhancing their data discovery skills through expert support and training on advanced software platforms, driving mission success and operational efficiency in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at acquiring new enterprise customers through consultative sales, building executive relationships, and leading complex multi-solution deals in cybersecurity, cloud, and managed se...

North Carolina, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in acquiring new enterprise customers across diverse technology solutions. Drive complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and deliver tailored solutions while focusing on n...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise solutions sales, driving new business development across cybersecurity, cloud, and AI technologies. Build executive relationships and lead complex sa...

Georgia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.