Application Packaging Specialist

About the Role

This position focuses on application packaging and deployment using InstallShield, converting legacy installations into modern MSI/MSIX packages, and ensuring robust enterprise deployment.

Responsibilities

• Convert legacy installations (EXE, scripts) into MSI/MSIX packages.
• Customize installations using InstallShield scripting, custom actions, and transforms (MSTs).
• Perform application packaging for enterprise deployment using InstallShield tools.
• Conduct testing (UAT, functional validation, silent installs) in different environments.
• Review essential elements such as dependencies, prerequisites, upgrade behavior, rollback needs, and configuration steps.
• Maintain package documentation, standards, and best practices.
• Work closely with application developers and infrastructure teams.
• Engage with developers to understand and analyze technical requirements for installer creation.
• Comprehend application deployment requirements and define a comprehensive deployment workflow.
• Ensure all workflows receive approval from the Design Lead and Architect before implementation.
• Utilize InstallShield to create installer packages, including .msi packages, .exe installers, .msp patches, and hotfixes/updates.
• Develop advanced installer packages using Suite/Advanced UI Project, integrating third-party components effectively.
• Demonstrate proficiency in scripting languages such as Install Script, VBScript, C#, and PowerShell to enhance installation processes.
• Design wizard-based UI for Suite/Advanced UI projects.
• Develop and execute test cases for verifying installer packages, focusing on fresh installs, upgrades, uninstalls, silent/command-line installs, and bundled dependency behavior.
• Ensure OS compatibility and overall package robustness.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in InstallShield (Mandatory).
• Experience in MSI packaging, transforms (MST), and Windows Installer technology.
• Knowledge of Install Script and custom actions (VBScript, PowerShell).
• Experience with application virtualization (MSIX).
• Understanding of Windows OS internals, registry, and file system.
• Knowledge of silent installation switches and packaging standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Proficient in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting packaged applications in InstallShield.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies or IT service management.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Computer Science.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 per annum.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision.
• Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.