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Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Infrastructure Architect (Citrix to AVD Migration)


Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: K 10 - 10
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 25 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role: Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Infrastructure Architect (Citrix to AVD Migration)

Work Model

Remote

Role Overview

Lead the technical transformation from Citrix VDI to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Design build and migrate workloads using Nerdio Manager for Enterprise.

Core Responsibilities

Design and build scalable AVD landing zones and infrastructure in Microsoft Azure.
Migrate user profiles applications and workloads from Citrix to AVD.
Deploy and configure Nerdio Manager for Enterprise for automation and autoscaling.
Build and optimize golden images using MSIX App Attach and Nerdio.
Implement FSLogix for profile container management and storage tuning.
Define Azure network compute and storage options to optimize performance and reduce costs.
Troubleshoot complex issues related to Azure identity networking and session hosts.

Required Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) components and architecture.
Strong understanding of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops for migration projects.
Hands-on experience with Nerdio Manager for Enterprise.
Expertise in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
Proficiency with PowerShell Azure CLI or Terraform for automation and deployment.
Expert knowledge of Microsoft FSLogix configuration and profile management.

Qualifications

5 years of experience in enterprise VDI engineering (Citrix VMware or AVD).
Experience leading at least one Citrix-to-AVD migration project.
Microsoft Certified: AZ-140 (Configuring Azure Virtual Desktop) Required.
Nerdio certifications (NMP or NME) Preferred.





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