Overview
We are looking for a skilled Application Support Specialist with experience of supporting Applications running on Cloud (AWS/Azure) to join our dynamic international team. In this role, you will act as a Level 2/Level 3 escalation point for critical business applications while maintaining and optimizing mostly AWS-hosted environments.
You will work closely with client stakeholders, business application owners, and third-party vendors to ensure the stability, availability, and continuous improvement of business-critical systems. This role demands strong technical troubleshooting skills, a business-oriented mindset, and adherence to strict regulatory compliance standards (GxP, FDA).
Team structure and support coverage
As part of a globally distributed team spanning UTC-6, UTC+1, and UTC+8 time zones, you will contribute to around-the-clock service coverage. This role includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule, providing support for critical P1/P2 incidents outside standard business hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advanced L2/L3 support for enterprise applications (e.g., QMS, LMS, EAM) hosted on-premises and in the cloud (AWS/Azure).
- Troubleshoot complex application, infrastructure, and integration issues utilizing deep log file analysis and performance metrics.
- Administer and configure IIS / Windows Server environments for overlaying applications (app pool restarts, log management).
- Manage Change Management activities, ensuring controlled system updates and enhancements maintain strict regulatory compliance.
- Create and maintain precise technical documentation (e.g., using UML, BPMN) compliant with industry standards.
- Coordinate directly with client’s internal developer teams and third-party vendors to resolve underlying bugs and infrastructure problems.
- Administer enterprise identity and access management (Active Directory, Okta).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through automation, process optimization, and proactively mentoring junior team members.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Follow-up/Higher Professional Education
- Postgraduate (Doctorate)
- University education (Master's degree)
- University education (Bachelor's degree)
Must have:
- 3-5+ years of experience in Application Support, System Administration, or Cloud Operations.
- Strong understanding of AWS Platform basics (Amazon Workspaces, EC2, S3) and Cloud/On-Premises hybrid environments.
- Expertise in IIS and Windows Server fundamentals.
- Solid knowledge of enterprise databases (Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle).
- Advanced skills in log file analysis and infrastructure troubleshooting.
- Experience with Low-Code platforms (Mendix) for root-cause identification is a strong advantage.
- Experience with System Integration, APIs, and middleware tools (e.g., SAP PI, MuleSoft).
- High proficiency in ITIL / ITSM processes (Incident, Change, Problem management).
- Skilled in creating and maintaining formal technical documentation.
- Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps framework and Agile delivery practices.
- Excellent communication skills and fluency in English (written and spoken) to interact with global users.
Nice to have (considered a big plus):
- Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance standards (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, EU Annex 11, GxP, GMP).
- Basic understanding of IT architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
Why join us?
- You’ll gain deep industry knowledge in a highly regulated, knowledge-intensive sector.
- You’ll work in a team where collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and continual improvement are a priority.
- You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to real-world projects from day one.
Language skills
English - Intermediate (B2)