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Desktop Packaging Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

System One

Desktop Packaging Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA ... Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for desktop application developer in the United States is $52.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Desktop Application Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining software applications that run on desktop operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux. They work with programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or C++ and utilize frameworks like .NET, Qt, or Electron. Their duties include debugging, optimizing performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience. Developers may also collaborate with UX/UI designers, testers, and other developers to create functional and efficient applications.

What does a desktop application developer do?

A Desktop Application Developer usually spends their day designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications for desktop environments. Common tasks include collaborating with product managers to clarify requirements, debugging and resolving issues, and writing clear documentation for end users or other developers. Developers may also participate in team meetings, code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role often requires balancing independent work with close teamwork to ensure features are delivered on time and meet quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a desktop application developer?

To thrive as a Desktop Application Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, or C++, combined with experience in software design and debugging. Familiarity with development environments like Visual Studio, version control systems such as Git, and sometimes certifications in relevant technologies can be beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and good communication skills help you understand requirements and collaborate effectively with other teams. These skills ensure the delivery of reliable, user-friendly desktop applications that meet business and user needs.

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Desktop Packaging Engineer

Knoxville, TN • On-site

System One
Business Consulting Services • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Desktop Packaging Engineer Location:Plano, TX/Reston, VA/Columbia, SC/Knoxville, TN/Lafayette, LA/Birmingham, AL Type: Permanent Full Time

Responsibilities

  • Support enterprise desktop application packaging, deployment, and endpoint management within a highly regulated financial services environment.
  • Create, test, troubleshoot, and maintain software packages used across Windows 10 and Windows 11 desktop environments, focusing on reliability, security, automation, and operational efficiency.
  • Work closely with infrastructure, endpoint engineering, application, security, and operations teams to ensure software is packaged and deployed consistently across large scale enterprise environments.
  • Support cloud integrated desktop management processes, especially in environments relying heavily on AWS hosted systems and modern endpoint management practices.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in desktop engineering, desktop application packaging, or application deployment support.
  • 2+ years of experience managing application deployments across enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with application packaging technologies including MSI, MSIX, and App.
  • Strong hands-on experience with VMware Workspace ONE (Mandatory).
  • Strong PowerShell scripting experience for automation, packaging, installation logic, validation, deployment, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with deployment and endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, InstallShield, or similar enterprise management platforms.
  • Ability to build, test, troubleshoot, and maintain application packages across enterprise desktop environments.
  • Solid understanding of Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems, including registry, file systems, permissions, services, Group Policy, and endpoint configuration.
  • Experience supporting large scale software deployments in a controlled enterprise environment.
  • Familiarity with change management, release processes, documentation, and production support standards.
  • Understanding of security requirements, vulnerability remediation, patching, and compliance expectations in financial services environments.
  • Experience working with AWS heavy or cloud integrated environments is preferred, especially where desktop tools connect to cloud hosted infrastructure.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, security, application, and operations teams.
  • Comfortable documenting packaging standards, deployment instructions, known issues, testing results, and rollback procedures.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One helps employers get work done more efficiently and economically without compromising quality. Over our 35+ year history, we've helped connect thousands of talented people with innovative companies. The excitement of a perfect fit motivates us every single day.

Industry

Business consulting services and recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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