Explore Software Support Engineer Jobs

Software Support Engineers help customers and internal teams resolve technical issues, keep applications running smoothly, and get more value from software products. These roles combine software knowledge, troubleshooting, communication, and customer service. Explore vetted Software Support Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Software Support Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by product and employer, but often include investigating application issues, reproducing software bugs, analyzing logs, answering technical questions, and guiding users through solutions. Support engineers may also work with engineering, product, and operations teams to escalate defects, share customer feedback, and improve product reliability and support processes.

Skills Employers Look For

Common qualifications include strong analytical and communication skills, experience troubleshooting software or systems, and familiarity with tools such as SQL, APIs, log analysis platforms, ticketing systems, or cloud services. Some roles require programming or scripting knowledge, experience with specific platforms, or expertise in areas such as networking, databases, cybersecurity, or enterprise applications.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Software Support Engineers work across industries, from SaaS and financial services to healthcare and technology. Depending on the role, they may support business customers, developers, or end users in remote, hybrid, or on-site settings. With experience, professionals can pursue paths in technical support leadership, solutions engineering, customer success, site reliability, product management, or software engineering.

Find Software Support Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Software Support Engineer openings and related technical support roles. Explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements to find positions that fit your experience and career goals.

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$104K - $118K *

Drive enterprise-level Active Directory and Windows Server administration, focusing on automation, lifecycle management, and security compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficien...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize energy solutions by leading technical projects, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective strategies that enhance facility performance and su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive reliability and performance as you enhance our platform's uptime, observability, and operational standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle complex challenges in data processing and...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $195K *

Oversee the development and deployment of customized ServiceNow solutions, ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks while enhancing system performance and reliability. Collaborate with sta...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy by leading a GIS field service team, overseeing high-voltage operations, and enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic collaboration and operational excellence. Driv...

Mount Pleasant, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$285K - $320K *

Lead the charge in delivering Honeycomb Private Cloud, driving product growth, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational processes while building a high-performing engineering team to supp...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $175K *

Unlock potential by driving pipeline generation and building local partnerships. Engage with key customers, represent the brand at events, and thrive in a dynamic startup environment focused on SMBs a...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $275K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $219K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity in the energy sector. You'll lead complex projects, develop standards, and automate processes to enhance efficiency and security across global Grid Automati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Director Analyst, leveraging your expertise to guide senior IT executives in navigating digital workplace strategies. Deliver actionable insights that align technology...

Irving, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $197K *

Innovate as a Tech Lead, driving architectural evolution and engineering execution for a global web platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital experiences through advanced AI...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $190K *

Accelerate your career by validating and testing complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission su...

Carlsbad, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of customer deployments by collaborating with technical teams to solve complex infrastructure challenges, drive product improvements, and ensure operational success in large-scale env...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical support through technical expertise and customer training. Drive product demonstrations and ensure customer satisfaction while collaborating with sal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $135K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by leveraging technical expertise and consultative selling skills. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance operation...

Wrangell, AKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $128K *

Manage and expand sales territory by leveraging consultative selling techniques. Develop relationships with end-users, deliver impactful presentations, and achieve growth targets to drive success in e...

Wrangell, AKRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Empower our Managed Services tooling ecosystem by designing integrations and automations. You'll lead the configuration of Jira Service Management, optimize alerting, and ensure seamless connectivity...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering technical expertise for ProAV solutions, ensuring successful customer onboarding, advanced troubleshooting, and pre-sales support across the North Central U.S. while enga...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering public sector organizations. As a Customer Success Manager, you'll partner with clients to enhance their operations using our innovative IoT platform and con...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $131K *

Empower our customers by optimizing their operations with tailored solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, strategizing to solve challenges and drive success in a dynamic, growth-oriented environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $173K *

Join us to advance semiconductor technology by delivering innovative process solutions, collaborating with teams, and enhancing customer satisfaction in a dynamic, field-based role that drives impactf...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure seamless network connectivity for dock deployments. Collaborate with IT teams, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and enhance customer confidence through effective communi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the growth of our clients by sourcing and attracting top talent through innovative recruiting strategies. Partner with stakeholders to enhance talent acquisition processes while becoming...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Support Engineer do?question toggle

    A Software Support Engineer diagnoses software problems, helps users resolve technical issues, investigates bugs, and works with teams such as engineering and product to escalate defects and improve the customer experience.

  • What skills are important for Software Support Engineers?question toggle

    Employers often value troubleshooting, clear communication, customer service, and familiarity with software systems. Depending on the job, useful technical skills may include SQL, APIs, scripting, log analysis, cloud platforms, databases, and networking.

  • Do Software Support Engineer jobs require coding?question toggle

    Not all roles require coding. Some focus on product troubleshooting and customer guidance, while others require scripting, programming, or the ability to read code to reproduce issues and collaborate with software engineers.

  • How much do Software Support Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, technical specialization, and employer. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, where available.

  • What career paths can follow a Software Support Engineer role?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may move into support leadership, solutions engineering, customer success, site reliability engineering, product management, or software development, depending on their interests and skills.