Software Packaging Engineer

Software Packaging Engineer

Location Vienna VA (onsite 3 days per week)

Open ended contract

Additional info:

• Lead enterprise-wide End-of-Life (EOL) software initiatives identifying and retiring legacy unsupported and redundant applications to reduce risk and cost
• Perform software discovery usage analysis and lifecycle assessment using tools like PowerShell SQL and MECM
• Drive end-to-end software packaging and deployment (MECM) including testing UAT coordination production rollout and decommissioning
• A top Fortune 50 financial institution is currently seeking a Software Packaging Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity. This role focuses on leading enterprise-wide End-of-Life (EOL) software initiatives including discovery analysis packaging deployment and decommissioning of applications across a large-scale environment.
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  Setting: Enterprise IT / End-User Computing Environment
  Etc.: Hands-on role supporting enterprise software lifecycle management and EOL initiatives within a highly regulated financial environment
• Responsibilities:
  The Software Packaging Engineer will be responsible for:
  Leading and supporting full lifecycle EOL software management initiatives across the enterprise
  Conducting software discovery inventory and usage analysis to identify legacy unsupported and redundant applications
  Collaborating with engineering security compliance and project management teams to validate and execute EOL strategies
  Performing software packaging repackaging testing and deployment using MECM
  Managing application deployments including UAT coordination pilot rollouts and production releases
  Handling decommissioning activities including removal of legacy applications from AD MECM and MDT environments
  Developing and maintaining documentation reporting and dashboards for EOL tracking and decision-making
  Managing risks issues and change requests in alignment with change management processes
  Presenting findings and recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders
• Qualifications:
  3 years of experience in Software Packaging Engineering or Application Lifecycle Management
  Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
  Experience working in enterprise environments preferably within financial services
  Strong proficiency in PowerShell SQL and WQL
  Hands-on experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
  Experience with software packaging MSI editing and deployment technologies
  Knowledge of Windows 10/11 Mac and/or VDI environments
  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  Excellent communication and documentation abilities
  Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with multiple teams
• Desired Skills:
  Experience with Splunk and/or UberAgent
  Familiarity with InstallShield and Liquidware FlexApp
  Experience with enterprise software inventory and reporting tools
  Understanding of software lifecycle governance and compliance best practices