Azure Infrastructure engineer

Sharp Brains; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Canada is looking for an IT Infrastructure Specialist to modernize their Virtual Desktop Infrastructure by transitioning to an Azure Local architecture. The role involves designing and supporting Azure Stack deployments, migration planning from Citrix environments, and ensuring integration with Azure cloud services. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of IT experience, especially with Azure and VDI solutions, and possess strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in IT Infrastructure or Cloud Engineering.
• 3+ years experience working with Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience implementing or supporting VDI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and support deployment of Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI infrastructure.
• Assist with migration planning from Citrix VDI to Azure Local VDI.
• Evaluate current infrastructure and identify risks.
• Configure and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define architecture.
• Provide recommendations on VDI performance.

Skills

Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Windows Server environments

Active Directory

Group Policy

Hyper-V or virtualization platforms

enterprise networking concepts

enterprise hardware infrastructure

Education

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305)

Azure Virtual Desktop related certifications

Citrix certifications

Job description

Project Overview

We are supporting a client project to modernize their Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment by transitioning from a Citrix-based solution to an Azure Local VDI architecture. The project will involve solution design, infrastructure assessment, and implementation of Azure Local infrastructure integrated with Microsoft Azure services.

Key Responsibilities

Design and support deployment of Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI infrastructure

Assist with migration planning from Citrix VDI environment to Azure Local VDI

Evaluate the current infrastructure and identify risks, limitations, and best practices

Configure and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) or equivalent VDI solutions

Work with Microsoft-certified Azure Local hardware configurations (HP preferred)

Support integration of on-premise infrastructure with Azure cloud services

Collaborate with stakeholders to define architecture, design documentation, and implementation plans

Assist in validating Microsoft licensing (including E5) for VDI sessions

Provide recommendations on VDI performance, scalability, and security

Support infrastructure deployment, testing, and operational readiness

Required Technical Skills

Strong experience with Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI

Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments

Knowledge of Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops

Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Solid understanding of Windows Server environments

Experience with Active Directory and Group Policy

Experience with Hyper‑V or virtualization platforms

Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VLAN, firewalls)

Experience working with enterprise hardware infrastructure (HP servers preferred)

Understanding of Microsoft 365 / E5 licensing models

Preferred Certifications

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect (AZ‑305)

Azure Virtual Desktop related certifications

Citrix certifications (nice to have)

Experience Required

5+ years experience in IT Infrastructure or Cloud Engineering

3+ years experience working with Microsoft Azure environments

Experience implementing or supporting VDI solutions

Key Soft Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Ability to assess infrastructure and recommend improvements

Experience working with cross‑functional technical teams

Good communication and documentation skills

Ability to work independently in design and implementation phases