Application Support Engineer

Harvey Nash; Egham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance (Vitality)

23 days holiday (rising to 26) + bank holidays

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

Paid time off for wellbeing

Job summary

A leading UK software company is seeking an Application Support Engineer to ensure the smooth running of business-critical applications. This role is client-facing, involving troubleshooting technical issues and collaborating with internal teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in application support, particularly with SQL-based systems and .NET applications. The company offers a hybrid working model, supportive culture, and a focus on professional development. Benefits include private medical insurance, performance-based bonuses, and ample holiday.

Qualifications

• Experience in application or technical support roles.
• Understanding of databases (SQL/MySQL) and basic web technologies.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide application support via phone, email and ticketing systems.
• Investigate and resolve application issues.
• Communicate clearly with customers on issues and resolutions.

Skills

Experience in application or technical support roles

Experience supporting SQL-based systems and/or .NET applications

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Excellent communication and customer-facing ability

Customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail

Tools

SQL

.NET

Ticketing systems

Job description

Application Support Engineer – Delivery & eCommerce Software (Hybrid, Egham)

2 Days per Week in the Egham Office | 35 Hours (Flexible 8:00–18:00)

An award-winning UK software company, part of a major national organisation, is looking for an Application Support Engineer to join its growing support team. The business builds market-leading delivery management software used by retailers and logistics providers to power services such as Tracked delivery, Click & Collect, locker solutions and next-day delivery.

With over 30 years in the market and continued growth, this is a great opportunity to join a stable, well-respected software business with a strong people-first culture.

Role

As an Application Support Engineer, you’ll be a key part of a client-facing support function, ensuring the smooth running of business-critical applications. You’ll troubleshoot technical issues, work closely with customers, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver a consistently high level of service.

This role suits someone who enjoys problem-solving, clear communication and working across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Company Culture & Values

You’ll join a collaborative, inclusive and supportive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and professional development.

The company is widely recognised as a great place to work, with over 90% of employees recommending it.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide application support via phone, email and ticketing systems
• Investigate and resolve application issues, identifying root causes
• Maintain strong knowledge of application functionality and integrations
• Communicate clearly with customers on issues and resolutions
• Maintain accurate documentation of incidents and fixes
• Work with development teams to escalate bugs and improvements
• Identify recurring issues and support problem management initiatives
• Support and train customers to maximise software usage
• Ensure data security, compliance and best practices are followed
• Provide occasional out-of-hours support when required

Role Requirements

• Experience in application or technical support roles
• Experience supporting SQL-based systems and/or .NET applications
• Understanding of databases (SQL/MySQL) and basic web technologies
• Experience working to SLAs using ticketing systems
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing ability
• Customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in Egham
• Private medical insurance (Vitality)
• 23 days holiday (rising to 26) + bank holidays
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%
• Employee assistance programme
• Paid time off for physical and mental wellbeing
• Professional development, mentoring and training support
• Regular socials, wellbeing days and engagement activities