Summary: The Lead Application Packager will play a crucial role in supporting a Windows 11 upgrade project by assessing and managing the end-user application software estate. This position involves creating, testing, and deploying software packages while ensuring compatibility and optimization across various environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with Numacent technology and will collaborate with multiple teams to ensure efficient deployment processes. This role is essential for maintaining control over software installations and updates within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain software packages for deployment across multiple platforms (Windows, VDI).
• Use packaging tools like WiX Toolset, InstallShield, Advanced Installer, or AdminStudio to build installation packages for desktop and server applications.
• Test, validate, and troubleshoot software packages to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Automate the creation of application packages using scripts or deployment tools like Numacent, SCCM, Intune.
• Work with application owners to identify specific installation and configuration requirements.
• Ensure software applications are compatible with the organization's OS and environments, addressing dependencies and conflicts.
• Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and security teams to meet security standards and deployment requirements.
• Provide guidance to IT teams on software packaging best practices.
• Respond to internal support queries and troubleshoot application packaging issues.
• Maintain clear documentation for all software packaging processes, configurations, and deployment methods.
• Track and report on the status of packaging efforts, deployment progress, and related issues to stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate and implement automation tools to streamline packaging and deployment workflows.
• Optimize existing processes to ensure efficient use of resources and minimal downtime during deployments.

Key Skills:

• Experience with software packaging and deployment.
• Proficiency in packaging tools such as WiX Toolset, InstallShield, Advanced Installer, or AdminStudio.
• Knowledge of automation tools like Numacent, SCCM, and Intune.
• Strong troubleshooting and validation skills for software packages.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of application compatibility and configuration requirements.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Experience in optimizing deployment processes.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT