Application Packaging Specialist Job Missouri City area,Texas USA,IT/Tech

Job Description

Strong hands-on experience in Install Shield (Mandatory)
Experience in MSI packaging, transforms (MST), and Windows Installer technology
Knowledge of Install Script and custom actions (VBScript, Power Shell)
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 Power Shell scripting and automation
Experience in testing and troubleshooting packaged applications in Install Shield
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies or IT service management

Roles & Responsibilities

Convert legacy installations (EXE, scripts) into MSI/MSIX packages.

Customize installations using Install Shield scripting, custom actions, and transforms (MSTs).

Perform application packaging for enterprise deployment using Install Shield 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.

Follow applicable design and architecture review requirements before implementation.

Utilize Install Shield 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 suc h as Install Script, VBScript, C# and Power Shell 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.

Salary Range

$85,000 - $95,000 per year

Employee Benefits Summary

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.

Location

Missouri City, TX

Function

TECHNOLOGY

Role

Senior Engineer

437651

Skills

Application Packaging

Salary Range

$85,000 - $95,000

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE