About the role

  • IT Product Specialist Senior at PG&E, handling application packaging and deployment solutions. Utilizing modern technology in a hybrid environment to enhance employee experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scripted and non-interactive (silent) Windows application installations for enterprise deployment via Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and Microsoft Intune
  • Create and modify MSI/MST packages using AdminStudio and InstallShield following established packaging standards and workflows
  • Perform installation testing and validation on Windows 11 platforms
  • Integrate configuration changes and application settings using Microsoft Installer (MSI) standards and best practices
  • Develop custom packaging solutions and resolve compatibility issues using shims where necessary
  • Develop automation solutions using PowerShell, CScript, WScript, VBScript, and related scripting tools
  • Innovate and implement new automation strategies to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and streamline packaging processes
  • Partner with application owners and project teams to gather requirements and define packaging specifications
  • Lead technical review sessions to align on business requirements, deployment strategies, and delivery methodologies
  • Estimate packaging effort, cost, and timelines for project planning and execution
  • Provide regular status updates and accurate delivery forecasts to stakeholders
  • Conduct quality assurance testing and peer reviews of application packages
  • Provide advanced post-production deployment support and troubleshooting
  • Participate in monthly BMC Remedy/ServiceNow queue master rotation

Requirements

  • Advanced experience with Flexera AdminStudio, InstallShield and AppDeployToolkit
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft SCCM and Intune deployment models
  • Deep understanding of MSI/MST packaging standards and Windows Installer technologies
  • Experience building and deploying application shims
  • Strong scripting proficiency (PowerShell preferred)
  • Enterprise-level troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Associate in Computer Science, Business, Engineering or equivalent work experience
  • 4 years of Application Packaging experience
  • Strong proficiency at packaging applications into MSI /MST format using AdminStudio and InstallShield
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering or equivalent work experience (desired)
  • 6 years of Application Packaging experience (desired)
  • Strong proficiency creating transforms, custom actions, chain installments, understanding software pre-requisites, and user profile settings for new and existing packages (desired)
  • Strong proficiency with capturing virtual snapshots (desired)
  • Familiarity with building shims to resolve application functionality issues (desired)
  • Proficient at Boolean Logic and following other people’s scripts and AppDeployToolkit (desired)
  • Ability to create custom scripts (VB or PowerShell) and utilities (C# preferred language) (desired)
  • Strong understanding of Windows operating systems (desired)
  • Experience with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (desired)
  • Experience working at a Utility Company (desired)

Benefits

  • Health Care
  • Retirement Plans
  • Top Industry Wages
  • Paid Time Off & Sign-on Bonus
  • Relocation Services

Job title

Senior IT Product Specialist – Application Packaging

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$126,000 - $163,000 per year

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Tech skills

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