Junior Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer

3+ years of experience with Azure Virtual Desktop or Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD)
Strong understanding of Azure services: Azure AD, Networking, Storage, NSGs, RBAC, and Identity Management
Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI)
Experience with FSLogix, Azure Files/NetApp, and multi-session optimization
Knowledge of endpoint management (Intune, GPO, SCCM)
Familiarity with monitoring and cost optimization tools in Azure
Familiarity with DEX tools such as Nexthink

Design, deploy, and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments for multi-region or enterprise-scale deployments
Optimize user session performance, auto-scaling, FSLogix profiles, and application delivery
Leverage Active Directory and Group Policy to manage access to the environment and control pieces of the environment that can include session management and security and various other needs as they arise
Automate AVD provisioning and updates using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and PowerShell
Monitor and troubleshoot performance, availability, and user experience issues using tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and third-party platforms (e.g., Nerdio Manager)
Collaborate with Security, Network, Application teams, and Helpdesk teams to ensure compliance and efficient support
Provide documentation, training, and knowledge transfer to operations teams

Microsoft certifications: AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-140 (Configuring and Operating AVD), or AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect)
Experience with third-party AVD management tools (e.g., Nerdio)
Background in security practices related to virtual desktop infrastructure
Strong problem-solving and communication skills