Virtual Desktop Engineer Duration: 06 months Location: London About the Role We are seeking an experienced Virtual Desktop Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and implementation of our Citrix Cloud-based multisession virtual desktop platform. In this role, you will drive platform engineering standards, solution design, and project delivery across critical VDI services. You will be responsible for ensuring high performance, scalability, and resilience for enterprise users, bridging the gap between legacy systems and modernized, cloud-hosted platforms. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design: Lead the production of High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) and capacity models for multisession Citrix environments. Design for performance, failover resilience, and secure remote access. Citrix Cloud Management: Configure and manage the Citrix Cloud control plane, Delivery Controllers, StoreFront, and Citrix Workspace/Gateway. Image & Application Delivery: Drive image lifecycle management using Machine Creation Services (MCS). Sequence and deploy applications utilizing Microsoft APP-V and ensure compatibility in shared environments. Infrastructure Integration: Integrate Citrix Cloud with Azure and optimize identity, networking, and Zero Trust security controls. Performance & Operations: Troubleshoot large-scale issues, optimize logon performance, and manage monitoring tools (Citrix Director, Azure Monitor). Engineering Leadership: Guide engineering and operations teams through complex on-prem to Citrix Cloud migrations while maintaining alignment with enterprise security and data protection standards.Requirements Strong hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) in Citrix Cloud and deep understanding of multisession (RDS-based) architectures. Expert-level knowledge of Machine Creation Services (MCS) and Microsoft APP-V. Proven experience with User Environment & Profile Management tools (Ivanti Appsense, Citrix UPM, and WEM). Demonstrated experience integrating Citrix with Azure or other hyperscalers. Strong ability to build, test, and release solutions using automation (PowerShell scripting) and CI/CD methodologies. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to produce executive-ready design documentation and collaborate effectively with Security, CISO, and Architecture teams. Nice to have: Familiarity with PVS, FSLogix App Masking, MSIX app attach, Windows 365/AVD, and Netscaler/Citrix ADC advanced configuration.Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it to Prasanna . merugu @ randstaddigital . com and let's start the conversation! Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Virtual Desktop Engineer in London employer: Randstad Technologies Recruitment
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