Virtualization Architect

FOCUS: AZURE VIRTUAL DESKTOP END TO END ARCHITECTURE - IF YOU ARE NOT EXPERT LEVEL IN THIS SKILLSET THIS WILL NOT A BE A FIT. Description Senior Desktop Platform Experience Architect / Lead Engineer Position Overview The Senior Desktop Platform Experience Architect will lead the transformation of the organization's end-user computing environment, with a strong focus on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Windows 11 modernization, and overall employee experience. This individual will provide both strategic architecture leadership and hands-on engineering execution to redesign and optimize the desktop experience across virtual and physical environments. Key Responsibilities Assess and redesign the current Azure Virtual Desktop ecosystem to improve performance, stability, usability, and supportability. Lead the Windows 10 to Windows 11 migration strategy for virtual desktop environments. Define and implement a long-term EUC roadmap focused on improving employee productivity and user satisfaction. Architect and support integrations between Azure Virtual Desktop, physical endpoints, Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, Nerdio, FlexApp, and FSLogix. Investigate and resolve complex desktop engineering issues including connectivity, authentication, application delivery, profile management, and Microsoft 365 user experience challenges. Identify root causes of recurring end-user issues and establish sustainable solutions rather than temporary workarounds. Partner directly with business users and stakeholders to understand pain points and build confidence in IT's ability to improve the user experience. Provide leadership, guidance, and technical direction to other desktop engineering resources. Develop architecture standards, technical documentation, implementation plans, and operational procedures. Drive projects from initial assessment through design, deployment, optimization, and operational transition. Collaborate with networking, infrastructure, security, and service desk teams to troubleshoot and improve end-user computing services. Serve as a technical advocate capable of challenging existing approaches and driving modernization initiatives. Required Skills Strong Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) architecture and engineering experience. Hands-on experience with Nerdio administration and automation. Experience with FlexApp or similar application layering technologies. Strong troubleshooting background spanning desktop, virtualization, identity, authentication, and networking. Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications in virtual desktop environments. Working knowledge of Intune and Windows Autopilot. Experience designing and supporting Windows endpoint environments. Ability to balance architecture responsibilities with hands-on implementation work. Preferred Skills FSLogix profile management experience. Endpoint management and device lifecycle expertise. Windows 11 migration experience. Financial services or highly regulated industry experience. Soft Skills Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Ability to engage directly with business users and executive stakeholders. Strong ownership mentality and accountability. Ability to influence teams and challenge existing assumptions constructively. Empathetic, consultative, and solutions-oriented mindset. Skills Powershell, Automation, Active directory, Windows, Virtualization, azure virtual desktop, azure virtual machines, golden images Top Skills Details Powershell,Automation,Active directory,Windows,Virtualization,azure virtual desktop,azure virtual machines,golden images Additional Skills & Qualifications Nerdio Administration & Automation Nerdio Manager for AVD administration Host pool management Image management AVD automation and operational optimization Cost and performance management FlexApp Application Layering FlexApp application packaging and delivery Application layering strategy Application lifecycle management Integration with AVD environments Troubleshooting application delivery issues Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $115.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.