Application Packaging Specialist

Tata Consultancy Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Incentive

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401K Plan

Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services is seeking an experienced professional in application packaging to convert legacy installations into MSI/MSIX packages using InstallShield. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing, customizing installations, and maintaining documentation standards.

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required along with strong hands-on experience in InstallShield. The position offers a base salary range of $50,000 to $80,000 with comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with InstallShield is mandatory.
• Experience with MSI packaging and transforms (MST).
• Proficient in PowerShell scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Convert legacy installations into MSI/MSIX packages.
• Customize installations using InstallShield scripting.
• Conduct testing and maintain package documentation.

Skills

InstallShield

MSI packaging

VBScript

PowerShell scripting

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science

Tools

Windows Installer technology

MSIX

Job description

Job Description

• 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

Roles & 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

Base Salary Range

$50,000 - $80,000 per annum

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

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE