At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and optimise VDI platforms using VMware Horizon in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm in London with a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rates, flexible working, and potential for skill development.
- Other info: Opportunity to expand into VMware Cloud Foundation support.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of VDI technology and enhance your troubleshooting skills.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience with VMware and strong Windows Server knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
This role is Inside IR35. Contract Length: 3-6 months TBC (ASAP start date). Location: London – Hybrid. Clearance: SC.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong hands-on experience with VMware / Omnissa Horizon
- Experience running VDI in enterprise environments
- Solid Windows Server experience (AD, GPO, DNS, identity integration)
- Experience supporting Windows and/or Linux VDI desktops
- Strong troubleshooting skills across platform, OS and user experience
- Good understanding of:
- Horizon architecture (connection servers, UAG, pools, images)
- vSphere (vCenter, ESXi)
- VDI performance and troubleshooting
Highly desirable:
- App Volumes or application layering tools
- Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM) or equivalent
- NSX or network segmentation in VDI environments
- Experience in regulated or high-availability environments
Additionally, there is an opportunity (depending on skills and experience) to become involved in wider VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform support, working alongside infrastructure teams on underpinning compute, storage and platform services.
VDI Platform Engineer (Omnissa / VMware Horizon) employer: ComXps
ComXps is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With the flexibility of remote work in the UK, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages best practices in cloud and infrastructure management while providing opportunities for professional advancement in cutting-edge technologies.
