Azure Cloud VDI

Azure Cloud VDI Engineer - EndUser Desktop & Application Migration

Key Responsibilities

Azure Cloud VDI Migration

• Execute end-user desktop and application migration to Azure Cloud VDI environments (e.g. Windows Virtual Desktop / Azure Virtual Desktop or equivalent).
• Follow and apply the existing proven POC-based migration process to onboard desktops and applications at scale.
• Participate in migration planning wave-based execution validation and post-migration stabilisation.

Application Migration & Compatibility

• Assess migrate and validate end-user applications within the VDI environment.
• Identify and resolve application compatibility performance and userexperience issues post-migration.
• Work closely with application owners and business users to ensure successful adoption.

Desktop Troubleshooting & Debugging

• Perform advanced Windows desktop troubleshooting within Cloud VDI environments.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to:

• • Login failures user profiles and session stability
  • Application launch and runtime issues
  • Performance degradation latency or resource constraints
  • OS-level registry and configuration-related problems

• Use structured debugging approaches to identify root causes rather than applying temporary fixes.

Troubleshooting & Operational Support

• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support during and after migration phases.
• Act as an escalation point for complex VDI desktop and application issues.
• Ensure minimal business disruption by driving timely issue resolution.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement (Critical)

• Demonstrate exceptionally strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Clearly articulate:

• • Migration plans dependencies and risks
  • Technical issues and root causes in businessunderstandable language
  • Status updates progress reports and resolution timelines

• Interact confidently with:

• • Business users and end customers
  • Application teams and support groups
  • Programme managers and leadership stakeholders

• Gather clarify and validate requirements accurately ensuring no ambiguity during migration or issue resolution.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

Core Technical Skills (Must-Have)

• Hands-on experience with Azure / Cloud VDI environments.
• Proven experience in end-user desktop and application migration within VDI platforms.
• Strong expertise in Windows desktop OS troubleshooting and debugging (Windows 10/11 or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of end-user computing profiles policies and desktop configurations in virtualised environments.

Communication & Behavioural Skills (NonNegotiable)

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly and concisely.
• Strong requirement clarity and stakeholder management capability.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Structured calm and professional approach during high-pressure migration or troubleshooting scenarios.

Coding / Scripting (Logical & Debugging Focus Only)

• Working knowledge of Java Python or shell scripting.
• Coding is not for development work; it is required only to:

• • Apply logical thinking
  • Write basic scripts or loops for troubleshooting validation or automation support
  • Analyse behaviours logs or patterns during issue diagnosis

• Ability to read and understand scripts written by others is expected.

Desired Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• High attention to detail and quality during migrations.
• Ability to work independently while aligning with programme governance and processes.
• Experience working in large-scale desktop migration programmes is highly desirable.