Senior Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Engineer
Company
NextPoint Advisory
About the Role
NextPoint Advisory is seeking a highly skilled Senior Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Engineer to support a large-scale enterprise healthcare modernization initiative focused on Citrix to AVD transformation, operational stabilization, and enterprise-scale virtual desktop delivery.
This is a hands-on engineering role focused on Azure Virtual Desktop deployment, migration, operational support, troubleshooting, and optimization within a complex healthcare environment.
We are looking for engineers who have REAL enterprise AVD operational experience and can contribute immediately in fast-paced production environments.
Responsibilities
• Deploy, configure, and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments
• Support Citrix to AVD migration activities and onboarding efforts
• Configure and troubleshoot FSLogix profiles and session host environments
• Manage host pools, session hosts, image lifecycle, and scaling activities
• Support Azure image management and Azure Compute Gallery processes
• Troubleshoot login issues, profile issues, performance degradation, and user experience problems
• Assist with application publishing, RemoteApps, and virtual desktop delivery
• Monitor and optimize AVD platform performance and operational stability
• Coordinate with infrastructure, networking, identity, and security teams as needed
• Participate in troubleshooting, escalation support, and operational stabilization activities
• Assist with documentation, operational readiness, and knowledge transfer efforts
Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) experience
• Strong hands-on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) experience in enterprise environments
• Experience supporting Citrix and/or Citrix to AVD migration initiatives
• Strong experience with FSLogix profile management and troubleshooting
• Experience managing host pools, session hosts, and image deployments
• Experience with Azure Compute Gallery and image lifecycle management
• Strong troubleshooting and operational support skills
• Experience with Azure networking, Entra ID, and Intune
• Experience supporting production environments and end-user escalations
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Healthcare industry experience
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise environments
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, ARM/Bicep)
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and operational monitoring
• Experience with Nerdio or Azure-native automation tooling
Additional Information
• W2 position
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Fast-moving enterprise healthcare initiative
• Opportunity to work alongside Microsoft and enterprise architecture teams
Pay: $75.00 - $85.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote