Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP · 2 days ago
Desktop Applications Engineer - Modern Workplace
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expCravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is seeking a Desktop Application Engineer to help shape the modern workplace experience for one of the world’s premier law firms. This role focuses on application packaging, testing, and deployment in a Microsoft 365 environment, partnering closely with various IT teams to deliver a consistent desktop platform and drive adoption of M365 features.
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Responsibilities
Packages and maintains Windows applications
Deploys applications using Intune/Endpoint Manager, SCCM/MECM or equivalent tools
Designs and manages deployment rings/phased rollouts and rollback procedures; and
Troubleshoots application, installation, and compatibility issues, including Office add-ins and line-of-business apps
Supports Microsoft 365 desktop apps: Office, Teams, OneDrive, Outlook add-ins
Configures and maintains OneDrive for multi-office use; and
Partners with security and infrastructure on M365-related policies (DLP, conditional access, device compliance)
Assists with deployment and configuration of Copilot for Microsoft 365
Works with security/governance teams to align Copilot usage with Firm data protections; and
Supports Office integrations with legal/professional tools (DMS, PDF tools, templates, add-ins)
Acts as an escalation point for complex desktop application issues
Maintains documentation and runbooks for packaging and deployment
Contributes to standard desktop images and baseline configurations
Opportunity to grow into broader endpoint management responsibilities, including policy configuration, compliance enforcement, reporting, and monitoring endpoint health and patch status; and
Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred
At least 3 to 5+ years of experience in Desktop Engineering, Endpoint Engineering, and/or Application Packaging role in a medium-to-large enterprise environment
Strong hands-on experience with the following: Windows application packaging (MSI/MSIX/App-V or similar), Intune/Endpoint Manager and/or SCCM/MECM for application deployments, and Windows 10/11 in an enterprise, domain-joined environment
Practical PowerShell (or similar) scripting skills for automation and troubleshooting
Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 / Modern Workplace (Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, basic Entra ID concepts)
Availability to work additional hours, as needed
Preferred
Experience in a law firm or other highly-regulated/professional services environment
Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical teams and non-technical users
Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Co-pilot features and governance controls, along with other AI technologies
Experience with Ivanti Environment Manager, MDM/MAM solutions, Purview or similar tools
Relevant Microsoft certifications
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical
Dental
Vision care
401(k)
Substantial health club discounts
Company
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
Cravath has been known as one of the premier U.S. law firms for two centuries.
1001-5000 employees
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