Job Description
On behalf of our client we are looking for an Intermediate Cirtix Engineer, who will be responsible for the development, configuration, piloting, remediation and deployment of Citrix virtual technical solutions hosted in Microsoft Azure and on-premises datacenter. The solution requires application enablement (production ready) in a Windows 10 single and multi-session virtual desktop environment accessed through Citrix Cloud managed services and on-premises NetScaler.
The following services are expected:
- Assist with the design, implementation and support of an end-to-end solution comprising of technical components in Citrix Cloud, Microsoft Azure and on-premises datacenter.
- Provide deep expertise in Citrix App Layering covering >1000 applications delivered through a Citrix Win 10 virtual desktop environment
- Provide deep expertise in Windows OS Image preparation and deployment using App Layering, Citrix Provisioning (PVS) and Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS) for VDI desktops hosted in Microsoft Azure and on-premises datacenter.
- Collaborate with the teams to ensure holistic end-to-end delivery of integrated virtual solutions to the client:
- Conduct end-to-end testing of proposed solutions - document use cases, test scripts and testing plans. Lead and evaluate testing activities.
- Document all technical solution architecture according to best practice and requirements.
- Lead the identification, analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues arising from implemented solutions; including conducting root cause analysis and identifying alternate technical solutions to meet requirements.
- Support project and technical change management activities.
- Participate as a key member of an agile scrum team running 2 weeks sprints where task accountability is key.
- Work closely with the Microsoft Modern Desktop project team to understand and assess Citrix desktop requirements, Citrix Policy, AD GPOs, security settings and various application specific requirements.
- Provide technical expertise in the areas of Citrix Federated Authenticated (FAS) Services, Azure network architecture, Azure Files, Microsoft FSLogix.
- Produce monitoring with alerting capabilities so all potential issues are proactively monitored and resolved.
- Conduct regular knowledge transfer sessions and sharing of information on the new VDI solution to all teams within the DMST.
- Support the development of post implementation support models (knowledge base articles, training materials, standard operating procedures, user guides).
- Work closely with the team to support a systematic technology change process within the Citrix and Microsoft architecture: dev > test > prod rollout procedure.
Qualifications :
- A degree/diploma in Computer Science or a related field.
- Experience with Citrix VDI (NetScaler, StoreFront, Controllers, VDA etc.), Thin Client setup, Windows 10 and Window 11, Microsoft Azure, Citrix Cloud.
- Strong Microsoft 365 knowledge (mainly licensing and the Office 365 suite)
- Exceptional technical documentation and presentation skills.
- Exceptional ability to translate and express technical problems, outcomes and benefits using layperson terms.
- Exceptional hands-on experience using Citrix App Layering including the sequencing and deployment of applications (core apps and elastic apps).
- Exceptional hand-on experience of Group Policy and Active Directory (AD) including AD design on an enterprise level.
- Exceptional experience preparing Citrix desktop images deployed through Citrix PVS and MCS.
- Experience integrated desktop management: FSLogix, Group Policy settings, Azure AD integration including hybrid join and Intune registration.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to effectively facilitate discussions with a diverse group of stakeholders, users, etc.
- Ability to work independently and within a team, while influencing and supporting.
- • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
- • Organizational and time management skills.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3