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InstallShield Build Engineer – .NET Windows Desktop

DATAPILOT Inc

Full-time

Irvine, CA

Job description

Job Summary
We are seeking for an experienced InstallShield Build Engineer who will own the entire CI/CD ecosystem for enterprise Windows desktop applications built on the .NET stack, ensuring consistent, repeatable, and high‑quality builds and releases. This role is ideal for hands-on build engineer who enjoys owning the full lifecycle of .NET Windows builds—from commit to signed installer— and works closely with developers and QA, ensuring high-quality bug fixes and stable .NET 8 Windows builds.

Core Responsibilities

  • Create dataset, build, implement, code signing, installer creation and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for .NET framework and .NET Core Windows desktop solutions (e.g., WPF Prism, Blazor Hybrid).
  • Collaborate with development and QA teams to triage and resolve build failures, configuration drifts, and dependency issues quickly.
  • Create an optimized automated build process and maintain clear documentation for pipelines, build scripts, branching policies, and release procedures for internal teams.

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years in build engineering using InstallShield supporting .NET Windows desktop applications in an enterprise setting.
  • Strong experience with InstallShield, InstallScript, and Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, Artifacts; and pipelines).
  • Hands-on experience with Git branching and pull request workflows, including policies and code review integration.
  • Experience building and deploying Windows desktop installers and managing app configuration.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for build pipelines and environment-related failures.
  • Experience in C# .NET Windows environment with debugging and resolving software defects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; relevant certifications are a plus.
  • Exposure to test automation integration (e.g., UI test suites, smoke tests) triggered from CI/CD.
  • Knowledge of monitoring and logging for deployed desktop and server components using Application Insights or similar tools.

DATAPILOT is a world leader in digital forensic solutions. Our software and hardware solutions are in use with thousands of law enforcement and government agencies worldwide. We strive to create cutting-edge solutions in both the government sector and legal-tech communities. DATAPILOT is headquartered in Irvine, California and is part of the Susteen family.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have as Build Engineer using InstallShield supporting .NET Windows Desktop applications?

Work Location: In person