Mac Software Packaging Automation Engineer

Mac Software Packaging Automation Engineer

We're building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Mac Software Packaging Automation Engineer to join our Compute Engineering team. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain scalable automation solutions that streamline the macOS software packaging and deployment lifecycle. You will leverage expert knowledge of Jamf, macOS, and scripting (primarily Bash or Python) to reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and enhance the reliability of software distribution across the enterprise.

This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on automation, optimization, and building robust systems that support large-scale macOS environments.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain automation workflows to streamline macOS software packaging, deployment, and updates
• Build reusable, modular, and version-controlled scripts (Bash, Python, etc.) that automate end-to-end packaging processes
• Create, test, and deploy software packages and policies in Jamf Pro, ensuring silent installation, security compliance, and minimal user disruption
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for packaging automation using tools such as Git, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins
• Develop internal tools or frameworks to reduce repetitive work and increase the reliability of software releases
• Troubleshoot packaging issues, deployment failures, and macOS system interactions
• Maintain documentation for packaging standards, automation processes, and operational runbooks
• Collaborate closely with security, platform engineering, and endpoint management teams to ensure compliance with organizational policies
• Monitor and optimize performance of packaging workflows and Jamf Pro environments
• Stay current with macOS platform changes, Jamf capabilities, and industry best practices for Apple platform management

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing macOS environments in an enterprise setting
• Strong proficiency with Jamf Pro administration, including policies, configuration profiles, Smart Groups, and scoping strategies
• Advanced skills in Bash scripting; experience with Python or other scripting languages is a plus
• Deep understanding of macOS system internals, frameworks, filesystem structure, and software packaging formats (PKG, DMG, app bundles)
• Hands-on experience automating software packaging, deployment, or configuration workflows
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD automation
• Experience with API integrations (Jamf API, REST APIs)
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving abilities in macOS environments
• Ability to work cross-functionally and translate operational needs into automated solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Jamf cloud migrations or multi-environment Jamf management
• Knowledge of package‑building tools (Composer, MunkiPkg, pkgbuild, productbuild)
• Experience with MDM frameworks, Apple Business Manager, and DEP/Automated Device Enrollment
• Familiarity with security hardening, compliance frameworks, or certificate management on macOS
• Experience developing CLI tools to support internal engineering teams
• Understanding of modern DevOps practices related to infrastructure automation

Education

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$79,310.00 - $158,620.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 04/12/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.