Application Packaging & Virtualization Specialist

VMC Soft Technologies, Inc; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

VMC Soft Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Application Packaging & Virtualization Specialist to lead enterprise packaging, remediation, testing and deployment.

The role requires hands-on expertise with Flexera AdminStudio, MSI packaging, App-V, PowerShell, VBScript, Batch scripting, and SCCM/MECM deployments. You will manage packaging, MST customization, upgrades and automation, and provide L3 support while coordinating with EUC teams during UAT and deployment activities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with the end-to-end application packaging lifecycle including analysis, packaging, QA and deployment.
• Experience converting EXE installers to MSI packages using Flexera AdminStudio.
• Packaging applications with Windows Services, Drivers, Scheduled Tasks, Registry entries and custom configurations.
• Strong knowledge of MSI validation and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Create and customize MSI packages using Flexera AdminStudio from EXE installers, files, registry entries, services, drivers, scheduled tasks, and custom configurations.
• Create and manage MST transforms based on environment requirements.
• Perform MSI upgrades including Major/Minor Upgrades and patches.
• Develop MSI Custom Actions as needed.
• Work with Merge Modules, Registry Permissions and Active Setup.
• Develop PowerShell, VBScript, and Batch scripts for packaging, installation, detection, remediation, and automation.
• Publish and deploy packaged applications through SCCM/MECM with proper detection methods.
• Troubleshoot failed SCCM deployments and post-deployment issues.
• Coordinate with EUC teams and stakeholders during UAT and deployment.

Skills

Flexera AdminStudio

MSI Packaging

App-V / Application Virtualization

PowerShell scripting

VBScript

Batch scripting

SCCM/MECM deployment

MST customization

Merge Modules

Registry Permissions

Active Setup

Tools

Flexera AdminStudio

MSI tooling

App-V

Windows Installer

SCCM

MSI Custom Actions

Job description

Role: Application Packaging & Virtualization Specialist

Experience: 6 8 Years

Primary Skill: Flexera AdminStudio / MSI Application Packaging

Location: As per project requirement

Work Mode: 24x7 support / Shift-based

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Application Packaging & Virtualization Specialist with strong hands‑on expertise in Flexera AdminStudio, MSI packaging, Application Virtualization (App-V), PowerShell, VBScript, Batch scripting, and SCCM/MECM deployment. The candidate will be responsible for enterprise application packaging, customization, remediation, testing, deployment, and L3 support.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and customize MSI packages using Flexera AdminStudio from EXE installers, files, registry entries, services, drivers, scheduled tasks, and custom configurations.
• Create and manage MST transforms based on customer and environment‑specific requirements.
• Perform MSI upgrades, including Major Upgrades, Minor Upgrades, patches, and revisions.
• Develop and maintain MSI Custom Actions where required.
• Work with Merge Modules, Registry Permissions, Active Setup, and user‑based configurations.
• Develop advanced PowerShell, VBScript, and Batch scripts for packaging, installation, detection, remediation, and automation.
• Perform application remediation and troubleshooting for installation failures, application conflicts, OS/patch compatibility issues, and post‑deployment failures.
• Sequence applications using Microsoft App‑V and troubleshoot virtualization‑related issues.
• Integrate applications with other enterprise applications and application suites.
• Publish and deploy packaged applications through SCCM/MECM.
• Configure appropriate SCCM detection methods, dependencies, return codes, and deployment settings.
• Troubleshoot failed SCCM deployments, content distribution issues, and application installation failures.
• Perform comprehensive QA testing, silent installation/uninstallation validation, regression testing, and UAT support.
• Coordinate with EUC teams, business users, and customers during UAT and deployment activities.
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, packaging documentation, knowledge‑base articles, and technical activity reports.
• Participate in customer meetings and provide regular status and activity reports.
• Provide L3 production support and assist L2 teams with knowledge transfer.
• Support a 24x7 environment and work in shifts when required.

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Flexera AdminStudio L3
• MSI Application Packaging
• Application Packaging / Repackaging
• MST / MSI Customization
• Application Virtualization / Microsoft App‑V
• SCCM / MECM Application Deployment
• PowerShell
• VBScript
• Batch Scripting
• Active Setup
• Merge Modules
• Registry Permissions
• MSI Custom Actions
• Application Remediation and Troubleshooting
• Windows Application Deployment
• QA Testing and UAT

Required Expertise

• Strong understanding of the end-to-end application packaging lifecycle, from source analysis through packaging, QA, UAT, deployment, and production support.
• Hands‑on experience converting EXE installers to MSI packages using Flexera AdminStudio.
• Experience packaging applications containing Windows Services, Drivers, Scheduled Tasks, Registry entries, and custom configurations.
• Strong knowledge of MSI validation and troubleshooting.
• Good understanding of Major Upgrade, Minor Upgrade, Patch, and MST concepts.
• Experience creating SCCM detection logic using MSI, registry, file, or PowerShell‑based methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex packaging and deployment issues.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, VBScript, and Batch.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Desirable Skills

• Desktop Management / Infrastructure Services
• SCCM/MECM Administration
• Windows 10/11 Application Compatibility
• Application Compatibility and Remediation
• Advanced PowerShell Automation
• ITIL / Service Management exposure
• Knowledge of enterprise software deployment standards

Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Good listening and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with EUC, L2/L3, QA, and business teams.
• Flexibility to work in 24x7 rotational shifts.
• Strong documentation and knowledge‑management skills.

Experience

6 8 years of relevant experience in Application Packaging, MSI Packaging, Flexera AdminStudio, Application Virtualization, and SCCM/MECM deployment.

Flexera AdminStudio | MSI Packaging | MST | Application Packaging | App-V | SCCM | MECM | PowerShell | VBScript | Batch | Application Remediation | MSI Custom Actions | Active Setup | Merge Modules