VDI Engineer

Salary: $135,200 - 156,000 per year Requirements: At least 5 years of experience deploying, managing, and tuning Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in enterprise environments. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services used for VDI, including 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. Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable, cost-effective, high-performing cloud virtual desktop solutions. Experience optimizing images, tuning session performance, and planning capacity for VDI workloads. Knowledge of identity and access integrations, including Azure AD and Conditional Access. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation abilities. Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. Willingness and ability to work on a W-2 basis and transition to full-time employment after the contract period. Responsibilities: Architect and deploy Citrix VDI services in Azure for global end-user computing. Build and maintain dynamic scaling and automation for just-in-time desktop provisioning and efficient resource utilization. Engineer and optimize Azure compute, networking, storage, and identity resources to support scalable, secure VDI. Benchmark VDI images, review performance data, and tune the environment to improve the user experience. Partner with security, network, and support teams to meet compliance and availability requirements. Assess and pilot other VDI platforms, including Azure Virtual Desktop and VMware Horizon Cloud, comparing performance, cost, and manageability. Monitor and continually improve VDI performance and cost efficiency. Document architecture, deployments, performance baselines, and configuration standards. Keep current with industry practices, emerging technologies, and cloud VDI trends. Technologies: AI ARM Architect Azure Citrix Cloud Support Network PowerShell Security Terraform VMware DevOps More: We are recruiting for a remote VDI Engineer contract-to-hire opportunity focused on developing and improving a next-generation global virtual desktop environment in Microsoft Azure. The W-2 hourly pay range is $65–$75, with the possibility of full-time employment after the contract period. Eligible W-2 employees regularly scheduled for at least 30 hours per week may receive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, life and disability insurance, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits, and sick time where required by law. We use AI tools during initial application screening, with human recruiters reviewing AI-assisted evaluations before hiring decisions. Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm offering technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions, and we are committed to an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunity. We also offer a referral program with a potential $1,000 payment for a successful referral. last updated 40 week of 2026