Application Support Specialist

SGS
Municipality of Madrid, Spain
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Municipality of Madrid, Spain

Tech stack

API
Agile Methodologies
Data analysis
JIRA
Bash
Databases
Data Validation
Relational Databases
Monitoring of Systems
Issue Tracking Systems
Information Technology Operations
Log Analysis
Powershell
Standard Sql
Software Engineering
SQL Stored Procedures
SQL Databases
Web Applications
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Enterprise Software Applications
Information Technology
ServiceNow

Job description

The Application Support Specialist is a key member of the Information Technology (IT) team and serves as a critical link between end-users, IT Operations, and Software Development.

The role focuses on managing support requests, triaging and resolving incidents, ensuring operational stability, and maintaining accurate tracking of issues or bugs in internal systems. In this role, you will also take ownership of executing operational procedures, validating data, running reports, and continuously improving support processes.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, analytical professional with strong problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and familiarity with databases and basic scripting. The Application Support Specialist reports to the Senior Program Manager (Head of Project Management and Business Analysis) and works closely with cross-functional IT teams., * Provide 1st Line Support and triage incoming issues.

  • Resolve most incidents independently; escalate complex cases when needed.
  • Execute SQL queries, scripts, and procedures to validate data and troubleshoot issues.
  • Run operational reports and monitor system performance.
  • Maintain clear documentation of known issues, resolutions, and procedures.
  • Improve support processes and contribute to operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • University degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Application Support, IT Support, or a similar technical role.
  • Experience with ticketing/issue tracking systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, or similar).
  • Basic to intermediate SQL skills and understanding of relational databases.
  • Ability to execute stored procedures, scripts, and scheduled jobs.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience running and interpreting reports from applications or databases.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Proactive mindset and willingness to continuously learn and develop.
  • Fluency in English.

Advantageous Skills

  • Experience supporting web-based or enterprise applications.
  • Basic scripting knowledge (e.g. Bash, PowerShell).
  • Familiarity with APIs, log analysis, or monitoring tools.
  • Exposure to ITIL processes or service management best practices.
  • Experience working in Agile environments.

Benefits & conditions

  • Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About the company

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. This position will be dedicated to bluesign technologies. The bluesign system unites the entire textile value chain to reduce the impact on people and planet. Building on over 20 years of experience in the textile industry, we are a full-service solutions system with a focus on sustainability chemistry.

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