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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$70K - $124K *

Discover the potential in healthcare technology by leading the design and support of EHR systems. Collaborate independently and mentor teammates while enhancing clinical workflows and business operati...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$135K - $220K *

Unlock potential by bridging engineering and customer success, translating complex technical concepts for diverse audiences, and driving impactful solutions that enhance customer experiences and busin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $95K *

Drive maintenance efficiency and asset reliability by managing planning and scheduling activities, optimizing resource utilization, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a GMP-regulated...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $93K *

Unlock potential by leading expert maintenance and repair initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and optimize equipment performance while mentoring team members in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology by developing innovative software solutions in an agile environment, collaborating with diverse teams to drive impactful projects in the financial se...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $175K *

Elevate D2L's Application Security Program by refining security measures, collaborating with teams, and addressing risks. Utilize your expertise in security assessments and vulnerability management to...

Kitchener, ONRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Innovate and enhance the Application Security Program by collaborating with teams to address security risks, perform assessments, and ensure compliance with industry standards, while driving continuou...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the associate support experience by leading a dedicated team in delivering high-quality technical support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to enhance IT services...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $140K *

Elevate operational technology infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure networks across Canadian plants, ensuring reliability and compliance while collaborating with cross-fun...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading application security initiatives, enhancing product security, and driving secure development practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish standards, manage vu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing IT operations, supporting infrastructure, and enhancing security. Collaborate with a skilled team to optimize endpoint management and ensure seamless technology services f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $111K *

Advance your career by ensuring IT asset accountability and compliance within a vital enterprise program. Collaborate with senior managers to optimize asset data, support audits, and enhance lifecycle...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $111K *

Support IT asset accountability by analyzing records and managing discrepancies, ensuring compliance from procurement to disposition while collaborating with senior asset managers in a DoD IT environm...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $122K *

Empower our team as a senior technical expert, leading multi-system integration projects, mentoring junior specialists, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$65K - $118K *

Elevate your career by bridging technical expertise and sales support. As a key resource, you'll configure solutions, assist clients, and collaborate across teams to deliver optimal cooling systems fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $118K *

Shape innovative cooling solutions by bridging technical expertise and sales. Collaborate with engineering teams to configure products, support customers, and ensure compliance, driving success in dat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions by guiding implementation teams and aligning customer needs with IFS best practices, ensuring successful project delivery and business value through collaboration and exp...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $184K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to analyze data and inform defense acquisition strategies. Collaborate on high-impact projects, develop staffing packages, and assess compliance to enhance decision-ma...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you drive growth in diagnostic test adoption, engage key healthcare providers, and develop strategic business plans to enhance product utilization across targeted accounts in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence and system reliability for mission-critical trading platforms. Collaborate across teams to manage incident responses and influence system design, while mentoring talent an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Advance operational excellence by leading investigations into quality and safety events. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, enhancing rel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $111K *

Transform operational excellence by leading investigations into quality and safety events. Utilize root cause analysis and HOP principles to enhance reliability and drive continuous improvement across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the desktop experience by providing expert IT support and engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery, maintain security, and optimize endpoint m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role providing technical support and solutions for IT challenges. Engage with teams to enhance system performance and customer satisfaction while managing AV/VTC event...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accessibility compliance and quality assurance. Lead audits, testing, and validation efforts to uphold WCAG standards, enhancing usability and accessibility ac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.