virtual desktop engineer (citrix).

Job Title: Senior Virtual Desktop Engineer (Citrix)
Location: London, UK
Work Type: Contract (6 months with potential extension)
Work Mode: Hybrid

About the Role: We are hiring a Virtual Desktop Engineer for a leading enterprise to design, implement, and optimise high-performance multisession Citrix Cloud environments. You will lead end-to-end platform design, drive migrations to the cloud, and ensure high availability and security across the infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture (HLD/LLD) and deployment of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) on Citrix Cloud.

• Manage image lifecycles, patching, and storage optimisation using Machine Creation Services (MCS).

• Integrate Citrix Cloud with Azure, focusing on identity (Entra ID), networking, and resilient failover designs.

• Troubleshoot large-scale performance bottlenecks, logon times, and session reliability using Citrix Director and Azure Monitor.

• Lead engineering workstreams and collaborate closely with architecture, security, and application teams.

Must-Have Skills:

• Citrix Cloud & CVAD: Strong hands-on expertise with Cloud Connectors, StoreFront, Workspace/Gateway, and HDX protocol optimisation.

• Provisioning & Profiles: Expert in MCS, Citrix UPM/WEM, and Ivanti AppSense for multisession environments.

• Application Delivery: Proven experience with Microsoft App-V (sequencing and lifecycle governance).

• Cloud Infrastructure: Azure ecosystem integration, Zero Trust security controls, and PowerShell scripting for automation.

If you are interested please apply with a copy of your CV

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.