Application Support Engineer I

Ryder System, Inc.; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Paid time off for vacation, illness, family and parental leave

Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking an Application Support Engineer I in Coral Gables, Florida. This entry-level position combines application support with engineering-focused troubleshooting across enterprise platforms. Responsibilities include resolving production issues and assisting in debugging efforts, while gaining exposure to cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and data engineering. Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and some programming knowledge. Ryder offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1 year or more in professional, internship, or project experience with development and/or application support.
• Basic programming knowledge (SQL, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript).
• Exposure to enterprise applications.
• Basic understanding of APIs and data flows.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve well-defined application incidents and service requests.
• Perform data corrections, user support, and basic configuration updates.
• Follow runbooks and knowledge articles to diagnose issues.
• Escalate issues that are not clearly defined.
• Assist in debugging efforts by gathering logs.
• Identify recurring issues and flag patterns to senior engineers.

Skills

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Ability to follow structured processes

Willingness to learn new technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

JavaScript

TypeScript

Job description

Job Description

The Application Support Engineer I combines hands‑on application support with engineering‑focused troubleshooting across enterprise platforms. Engineers will resolve production issues, support business operations, and gain exposure to system behavior, data flows, and application architecture. Works primarily on well‑defined issues and tasks with guidance, following established processes and runbooks. This is an entry‑level role designed to develop future application engineers.

This role is part of Ryder’s Technology Talent Incubator Program—an accelerated career pathway designed to launch the next generation of technology professionals. You’ll gain hands‑on experience supporting enterprise systems while building exposure to cutting‑edge areas such as cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data engineering, and artificial intelligence. Through real‑world problem solving, mentorship, and continuous learning, the program is designed to fast‑track your growth and prepare you for future roles across Ryder’s technology organization, including engineering, data, automation, and security‑focused positions.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot and resolve well‑defined application incidents and service requests using documented procedures.
• Perform data corrections, user support, and basic configuration updates within established guidelines.
• Follow runbooks and knowledge articles to diagnose issues and implement standard fixes.
• Escalate issues that are not clearly defined or require deeper system changes, while assisting in resolution by gathering logs, reproducing issues, and providing detailed documentation and analysis.
• Assist in debugging efforts by gathering logs, reproducing issues, and supporting testing activities.
• Identify recurring issues and flag patterns to senior engineers for further investigation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers on complex issues.
• Contribute to knowledge articles and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in training and development activities within the Talent Incubator Program.

Skills and Abilities

• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow structured processes.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
• 1 year or more in professional, internship, or project experience with development and/or application support.
• Basic programming knowledge (SQL, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript).
• Exposure to enterprise applications.
• Basic understanding of APIs and data flows.

Travel: No

Job Category: Application Development, Delivery & Support

Compensation Information

Pay Type: Salaried

Minimum Pay Range: $50,000.00

Maximum Pay Range: $60,000.00

Benefits Information

For all Full‑time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.