VDI Engineer

Eliassen Group; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Eliassen Group is seeking a VDI Engineer to architect, build, and optimize a global Citrix-based VDI in Microsoft Azure. This contract-to-hire role emphasizes scalable, reliable user experiences and just-in-time desktop provisioning for a worldwide user base.

The position requires 5+ years of Citrix VDI, strong Azure expertise, and automation skills (PowerShell, Terraform, ARM/Bicep). W2 benefits are offered, with potential conversion to FTE.

Qualifications

• 5+ years with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops deployment and tuning.
• Experience with Azure services relevant to VDI: Compute, Files, NetApp Files, Monitor.
• Automation/orchestration using PowerShell, Terraform, Azure Automation, and ARM/Bicep.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy Citrix VDI in Azure for global users.
• Design scaling and automation for just-in-time provisioning.
• Tune Azure resources for scalable, cost-efficient VDI infrastructure.
• Benchmark VDI images and monitor performance metrics.
• Collaborate with security/network teams for compliance and availability.
• Evaluate alternative VDI platforms like Azure Virtual Desktop and Horizon Cloud.
• Maintain architecture and deployment documentation.
• Stay current with VDI trends and best practices.

Skills

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

Microsoft Azure for VDI

Automation/Orchestration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Azure Compute

Azure Files

Azure NetApp Files

Azure Monitor

Job description

VDI Engineer

Anywhere

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Engineer

Industry: Insurance

Workplace Type: Remote

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -092026-108829

Date Posted: 09/29/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/Mw5mlq

Remote

Our client seeks a VDI Engineer to architect, build, and optimize a next-generation global Virtual Desktop Infrastructure in Microsoft Azure. The role includes design, deployment, performance tuning, and cost optimization of Citrix-based VDI services with a focus on scalability, reliability, and user experience. The engineer will pilot new technologies and deliver automated, just-in-time desktop provisioning for a global user base.

This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $65.00 to $75.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy Citrix VDI services in Azure to support global end user computing needs.


• Design, implement, and maintain dynamic scaling and automation for just-in-time desktop provisioning and efficient resource usage.


• Engineer and optimize Azure resources across compute, networking, storage, and identity for scalable and secure VDI infrastructure.


• Conduct benchmark testing of VDI images, analyze performance metrics, and implement tuning for a high-quality user experience.


• Collaborate with security, network, and support teams to meet compliance and availability standards.


• Evaluate and pilot alternative VDI platforms such as Azure Virtual Desktop and VMware Horizon Cloud to compare performance, cost, and manageability.


• Monitor, analyze, and continuously improve the VDI environment for performance and cost-effectiveness.


• Maintain documentation for architecture, deployments, performance baselines, and configuration standards.


• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and cloud VDI trends.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops including deployment, management, and performance tuning in enterprise environments.


• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure services relevant to VDI such as Azure Compute, Azure Files, Azure NetApp Files, and Azure Monitor.


• Proficiency with automation and orchestration tools such as PowerShell, Terraform, Azure Automation, and ARM/Bicep.


• Proven ability to implement scalable, cost-effective, and performant virtual desktop solutions in the cloud.


• Experience with image optimization, session performance tuning, and capacity planning for VDI workloads.


• Knowledge of identity and access control integrations such as Azure AD and Conditional Access.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and affirmatively action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.