Mobile App Publishing Lead

We are looking for an experienced Mobile App Publishing Lead with deep expertise in managing and governing the end-to-end publishing lifecycle of enterprise and public mobile applications across Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and MDM/Enterprise Mobility platforms. The candidate will act as the go-to specialist for mobile app release management, ensuring compliance with organizational, client, and platform policies while driving operational excellence and automation.

App Publishing & Release Management

• Manage the end-to-end release cycle for enterprise and client-facing apps on Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and internal MDM platforms.
  
  • Create, maintain, and validate store listings, metadata, and assets in App Store Connect and Google Play Console.
  
  • Handle provisioning profiles, certificates, keystores, and signing identities in alignment with enterprise policies.
  
  • Coordinate with development, QA, security, and DevOps teams to ensure compliant and timely app releases.
  
  • Track release readiness, version control, and rollback mechanisms.

Enterprise MDM & Internal Distribution

• Manage in-house and internal enterprise app deployments using MDM tools such as Intune, AirWatch (Workspace ONE), MobileIron, and Hexnode.
  
  • Define and enforce distribution policies, access control, and device compliance for corporate app deployments.
  
  • Oversee enterprise certificate renewals, provisioning updates, and re-signing of internal apps.
  
  • Work with Enterprise Mobility and Security teams to ensure adherence to IT and data protection standards.
  
  • Support UAT and staged rollout processes through MDM testing and pilot groups.

Governance, Security & Compliance

• Maintain centralized documentation for app versions, credentials, certificates, and distribution processes.
  
  • Implement and monitor compliance with Apple and Google developer policies, data privacy laws, and enterprise security frameworks.
  
  • Manage enterprise developer accounts, D-U-N-S registration, and access control for multi-client environments.
  
  • Ensure all app releases undergo security validation, legal sign-offs, and risk assessment reviews.

Process Optimization & Automation

• Define and implement best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for app publishing and distribution.
  
  • Automate build and release pipelines using CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or Bitrise.
  
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to optimize build signing, versioning, and release approvals.
  
  • Evaluate and introduce new tools and techniques to enhance release efficiency, quality, and compliance.

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

• Serve as the primary publishing contact for internal business units and external client stakeholders.
  
  • Prepare and maintain release calendars, status dashboards, and publishing reports.
  
  • Provide audit support and respond to compliance or policy review requests.
  
  • Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfers on publishing tools and standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.
  
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in mobile app publishing, enterprise mobility management, and release governance.
  
  • Deep knowledge of:
  
    - App Store Connect, Google Play Console, and Apple Enterprise Distribution
  
    - MDM platforms: Intune, Workspace ONE, MobileIron, Hexnode
  
    - Build and signing processes: Certificates (.p12), Provisioning Profiles (.mobileprovision), Keystores (.jks/.keystore)
  
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, Azure DevOps, and release automation workflows.
  
  • Strong understanding of mobile security, compliance, and data privacy in enterprise environments.
  
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Manager, Firebase App Distribution, or App Center.
  
  • Working knowledge of enterprise mobility frameworks and zero-trust deployment models.
  
  • Exposure to multi-tenant app deployment scenarios for global clients.
  
  • Understanding of ASO (App Store Optimization) for enterprise and client-facing apps.

Key Deliverables

• Standardized and compliant mobile app release governance framework.
  
  • Successful and timely publishing of all client and internal enterprise apps.
  
  • Up-to-date certificates, keys, and provisioning profiles with zero downtime.
  
  • Continuous process improvement and automation in publishing workflows.