Application Specialists are known by several job titles. These include:
• Mobile Application Specialist
• IT Application Specialist
• Web Application Specialist
• Application Development Specialist
They may specialise in software or application design, programming or management. They understand the full process of designing, creating, testing and implementing applications.
An Applications Specialist usually performs many of the following tasks:
•  Preparing projects for go live
•  Supporting different versions of software
•  Checking for bugs
•  Designing product to specifications
•  Coaching team members
• Attending meetings
•  Managing projects
•  Conducting presentations
• Working with product managers
• Meeting clients

• Preparing documentation
• Resolving issues
• Being proactive
• Being focused
• Being a team player
• Being a good communicator
• Being accurate
• Organisation
• Project management
• Troubleshooting
• Being analytical
• Being technical and analytical
• Being professional
• Being amenable

Applications Specialists work within the information technology industry therefore they are required to have the relevant certifications. Depending on the level of their positions, Specialists may require a Bachelors or Masters Degrees. Areas of specialisation may include Programming, Software Design, Computer Science, Engineering or Information Systems. Microsoft Certifications (MCSE, MCSD) may also be acceptable.