Cloud VDI Engineer

Position Description: Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Cloud VDI Solution Architect who can independently design, implement, and deliver end-to-end Cloud VDI solutions. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience with cloud-hosted virtual desktop solutions, architecture design, implementation, documentation, and stakeholder management. This is a senior, individual-contributor role requiring deep technical expertise and ownership from concept to production. Key Responsibilities: Architecture & Design • Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of Cloud VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) solutions. • Develop high-level and low-level technical design documents, architecture diagrams, and deployment plans. • Evaluate customer requirements and convert them into scalable, secure, and high-performing VDI architectures. • Define solution roadmaps, standards, and best practices for cloud VDI deployments. Implementation & Delivery • Perform hands-on configuration, deployment, automation, and integration of cloud VDI platforms (Azure Virtual Desktop, Amazon WorkSpaces, Citrix Cloud, etc.). • Execute full lifecycle implementation including provisioning, image management, profile management, and application delivery. • Troubleshoot complex issues across cloud, network, identity, storage, and VDI layers. • Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and performance requirements. Technical Documentation • Create detailed technical design documents , implementation guides, runbooks, and operational documentation. • Maintain solution architecture artifacts and ensure continuous updates through the project lifecycle. Stakeholder Collaboration • Engage with business stakeholders, architects, security teams, and project managers to ensure alignment across all phases. • Conduct technical workshops, requirement gathering sessions, and solution walkthroughs. • Provide expert guidance to internal teams and customers on VDI best practices and optimization. Operational Support • Support migration, transition-to-operations, and post-deployment activities. • Establish monitoring, performance tuning, and operational processes for VDI environments. Skills Required: Virtualization, Azure, AWS, Desktop Support, Cloud Architecture Skills Preferred: Powershell, TERRAFORM, Zero Trust Experience Required: Senior Engineer • 10+ years of overall IT experience, with strong expertise in virtualization and cloud technologies. • 5+ years of hands-on experience with any one of cloud-based VDI platforms, such as: o Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)/ W365 o Amazon WorkSpaces / AppStream o Citrix Cloud / Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops • Strong understanding of: o Azure/AWS cloud architecture o Identity & access management (Azure AD/Entra ID, Active Directory) o Networking (VNet design, routing, VPN/ExpressRoute/DirectConnect) o Storage performance for VDI workloads o FSLogix, profile containers, image management • Proven ability to design and implement VDI solutions independently with minimal supervision. • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Experience Preferred: • Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and licensing models for virtual desktops. • Ability to lead workshops and training sessions for technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Relevant certifications (Any one or more): o Azure Solutions Architect Expert o AWS Solutions Architect o Citrix Certified Expert (CCE-V) • Experience with multi-cloud environments. • Exposure to Zero Trust security for VDI. Education Required: Bachelor's Degree