Application Packaging Specialist with Installshield

Centraprise; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centraprise in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Application Packaging Specialist with InstallShield to lead enterprise packaging efforts. You will convert legacy setups to MSI/MSIX, craft installs with custom actions, and work with developers to meet deployment requirements.

Responsibilities include creating advanced installer packages, designing UI for Suite/Advanced UI projects, and validating installers through thorough testing across environments.

Qualifications

• Mandatory hands-on experience with InstallShield.
• Experience with 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 testing and troubleshooting packaged applications in InstallShield.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies or IT service management.
• Convert legacy installations (EXE, scripts) into MSI/MSIX packages.
• Customize installations using InstallShield scripting, custom actions, and transforms (MSTs).
• Perform packaging for enterprise deployment using InstallShield tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain installer packages (.msi, .exe, .msp) for enterprise deployment.
• Create advanced installer packages using Suite/Advanced UI Project and integrate third-party components.
• Design wizard-based UI for Suite/Advanced UI projects.
• Develop and execute test cases for installers, including fresh installs, upgrades, silent installs, and bundled dependencies.
• Coordinate with developers and infrastructure teams to ensure deployment requirements are met.
• Review dependencies, prerequisites, upgrade behavior, and rollback needs.
• Document packaging standards and best practices; ensure OS compatibility and package robustness.

Skills

PowerShell scripting

C#

Education

Microsoft certifications

Tools

InstallShield

MSI packaging

MSIX

Windows Installer

Job description

Position-- Application Packaging Specialist with Installshield

Location- Phoenix, AZ

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 Install Shield
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies or IT service management.
• 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.

Centraprise is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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