Application Packaging Specialist
Location
Mumbai | India
Job description
About Blenheim Chalcot
Blenheim Chalcot is the UK's leading digital venture builder. We invest more than just funds, we invest our knowledge and experience, our ideas and infrastructure. Our ventures are at the forefront of a multitude of industries being disrupted digitally, including FinTech, EdTech, GovTech, Media, Sport, Charity and more. Ventures we have built range from ClearScore to Agilisys and even the Rajasthan Royals IPL cricket team. All our 20+ portfolio companies have been incubated and launched by us and now have total sales of over £0.5bn and more than 3,000 employees. Our assets under management stand at greater than £1.5bn.
Responsibilities: We are seeking an experienced Application Packaging Specialist to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in application packaging and deployment using tools like Install Shield, ORCA, Picture Taker, and other related technologies. The Application Packaging Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless deployment and distribution of software applications across our organization.
- Application Packaging and Deployment: Lead the packaging, testing, and deployment of software applications in a standardized and consistent manner, ensuring compatibility, performance, and security.
- Packaging Tools Expertise: Utilize advanced proficiency in tools like Install Shield, ORCA, Picture Taker, and other packaging tools to create and customize installation packages for various software applications.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance of packaged applications to identify and resolve any compatibility issues, conflicts, or performance bottlenecks.
- Scripting and Automation: Develop and maintain scripting solutions (e.g., PowerShell, VBScript) for automating application packaging processes, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring accuracy.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of packaging procedures, best practices, and troubleshooting steps for reference by the IT team and other stakeholders.
- Version Control: Manage version control and source code repositories for packaged applications, ensuring proper tracking and management of changes.
- Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including application developers, system administrators, and helpdesk support, to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize packaging processes.
- Stay Current: Keep up to date with industry trends, advancements, and emerging technologies related to application packaging and deployment.
Must Have : - Problem Solving: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to application packaging, deployment, and compatibility.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of application packaging procedures.
- Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in application packaging and deployment.
- Proficiency in packaging tools such as Install Shield, ORCA, Picture Taker, and familiarity with other packaging technologies.
- Strong scripting skills, particularly in PowerShell and/or VBScript.
- In-depth knowledge of Windows operating systems, registry, and file system.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team and across departments.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality, reliable packaging solutions.
Nice to Have: - Experience with version control systems and source code repositories is a plus.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Windows Developer, etc.) are a plus.
Qualification: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
At Blenheim Chalcot, we strive to create an environment where differences are not only accepted but greatly valued, where everyone can make the most of their capabilities and potential. We promote meritocracy, competence and the sharing of ideas and opinions. We are driven by data and believe the diversity, agility, generosity, and curiosity of our people is what sets us apart as an organization and helps us thrive.
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