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# Sr VDI Engineer

- **Company:** Gotham Technology
- **Location:** West New York, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Desktop Virtualization, Hyper-V, Citrix XenApp, Microsoft Software, Windows Servers, Virtual Desktops, Citrix Systems, Windows PowerShell, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Xendesktop, Citrix Netscaler, Vmware
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75937269-sr-vdi-engineer

## About the Role

* 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., * 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.

## Description

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., * 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.