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Horizontal Talent

Application Support Specialist

Hybrid

Minneapolis, United states

$ 28 /hour

Freelance

09-02-2026

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Skills

Jira ServiceNow Zendesk Agile methodologies Problem-solving Training Agile

Job Specifications

Join our dynamic team as an Application Support Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the stability and reliability of a key business application. With a hybrid work setup, you'll collaborate with diverse teams to deliver outstanding technical and functional support.

Responsibilities

Provide daily support to maintain optimal application performance and availability.
Diagnose and resolve application issues, escalating as necessary to ensure service quality.
Manage service requests and incidents through a ticketing system, while adhering to service level agreements.
Work collaboratively with product, engineering, and infrastructure teams to identify and fix defects.
Conduct root cause analyses and document solutions to prevent reoccurrences.
Maintain detailed application documentation, runbooks, and procedures.
Facilitate user onboarding, access management, and necessary training.

Skills

Experience in application or production support, or a related IT support role.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Knowledge of ticketing systems like ServiceNow, Jira, or Zendesk.
Ability to convey technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
Adept at working in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.

Preferred Skills

Experience with SaaS, web-based, or enterprise applications.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Background in retail or large-scale enterprise operations.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental aspects of our culture.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $10 - $28 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

About the Company

"Treat your clients, consultants and internal employees well, and never stop innovating." - Jeremy Langevin, Cofounder & CEO, Horizontal Talent Since Horizontal's formation in 2003, these words have been the guiding perspective that has delivered continual growth and helped us build lasting partnerships with clients and consultants around the world. Adapting to market shifts, evolving technology and changing workforce trends, we've stayed ahead of our competitors by focusing on people and innovation. As a privately held,... Know more