Sr VDI Engineer

Gotham Technology Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 141,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotham Technology Group is seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to architect and improve virtual desktop infrastructure on cloud platforms. The role focuses on leading the migration to Azure Virtual Desktop, optimizing VDI solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance desktop delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing large-scale virtual desktop environments.
• Microsoft and Citrix certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and performance of virtual desktop environments.
• Guide transition from Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop.

Skills

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

User Profile & Application Control

Microsoft Stack Proficiency

Cloud & Virtualization Knowledge

Citrix

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

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Job Title: Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer

Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

A large international firm is seeking a Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer to design, optimize, and guide the future direction of its virtual desktop infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role is instrumental in architecting modern end-user computing solutions, including the transition from Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable virtual desktop delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Virtual Desktop Architecture: Serve as a senior engineer overseeing the design and performance of virtual desktop environments, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Design & Manage Infrastructure: Architect and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance VDI solutions using AVD and associated technologies.
• AVD Migration Leadership: Guide and execute the transition from Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop, ensuring minimal business disruption.
• Evaluate & Recommend Technologies: Research and recommend emerging technologies including FSLogix, Nerdio, and user profile management tools.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with infrastructure, application, network, and security teams to resolve complex technical issues and deliver integrated solutions.
• Tier 3 Support: Provide senior-level troubleshooting and escalation support for virtual desktop and endpoint environments.
• Automation & Optimization: Use PowerShell and other scripting tools to automate and optimize VDI operations and user profile management.

Required Technical Skills

• Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD): Deep expertise managing and supporting AVD in cloud or hybrid environments.
• User Profile & Application Control: Experience with UPM, FSLogix, Ivanti Workspace Control (Appsense), Ivanti Application Control, and Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC).
• Microsoft Stack Proficiency: Strong experience with Windows Server, Group Policy, Active Directory, and scripting/automation via PowerShell.
• Cloud & Virtualization Knowledge: Experience with Azure, AWS, VMware, and Microsoft Hyper-V in enterprise settings.
• Citrix (Nice to Have): Familiarity with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenApp/XenDesktop), Citrix ADC (NetScaler), Citrix Gateway, MCS, PVS, and Citrix Cloud.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience managing and architecting large-scale virtual desktop environments, including Citrix and AVD.
• Certifications: Microsoft certifications related to AVD preferred; Citrix certifications such as CCP-V or CCE-V are a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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