Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title:
Azure Local VDI / Virtual Desktop Engineer

Location:
Edmonton

Project Duration:
March – End of April (Design + Implementation Phases)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced
Azure Local VDI Engineer
to support EPCOR in their Citrix overhaul project. The resource will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing
Azure Local Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
on certified hardware. The ideal candidate must be well-versed with Microsoft-certified VDI environments and have hands-on experience with Azure VDI deployments.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with EPCOR to
design the Azure Local VDI architecture
.
- Assist in
planning and implementing the migration
from Citrix to Azure Local VDI.
- Provide
guidance on hardware requirements
(HP certified configurations) for local Azure VDI.
- Ensure
compliance with Microsoft licensing
(E3/E5 or equivalent) for virtual desktop sessions.
- Identify potential
risks and challenges
in deploying VDI in EPCOR’s environment and provide mitigation strategies.
- Support in
testing, troubleshooting, and validating
the VDI setup.
- Work with stakeholders to assess whether Citrix components (e.g., PACS) will remain or be retired.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Proven experience with
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
or
Azure Local VDI
deployment.
- Strong knowledge of
Microsoft 365 E3/E5 licensing
and virtual desktop access rights.
- Familiarity with
HP certified hardware
for VDI implementations.
- Experience with
Citrix environments
and migration strategies.
- Understanding of
enterprise IT infrastructure
, including network, storage, and virtualization.
- Excellent
communication and client-facing skills
.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Microsoft certifications such as:
- Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Prior experience working in
healthcare or PACS systems
is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and across multiple teams to deliver VDI solutions.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to document design and implementation processes clearly
• Collaborative mindset with proactive communication