VDI Architect

ABOUT VIGILANT

Vigilant is the Preferred & Trusted Oracle & Microsoft Technology Partner in North America, delivering comprehensive solutions across application, automation, infrastructure, data & analytics, security & networking, and application modernizations. Founded in 1999, Vigilant is a global company with deep experience in both traditional and disruptive technologies. We are headquartered in Troy, Michigan, and have offices in Toronto, Canada, and Hyderabad, India. As a trusted Oracle Platinum Partner, our team supports virtually all Oracle products and modules. Vigilant also partners with Microsoft, Amazon Web Services and Blue Prism on business applications, cloud services, analytics, robotic process automation and artificial intelligence technologies. Our team is also highly skilled at developing custom solutions for unique challenges. Whats more, our significant staffing practice provides the world’s largest companies with talented IT professionals.

( Website : https://vigilant-inc.com/ )

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. VDI Architecture & Design: Develop and maintain robust VDI architecture using VMWare Horizon, App Volumes, DEM, and Cloud Pods. Lead the development and refinement of templates, AppStacks, and User Writable volumes to support diverse business needs.
2. Strategic Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for VDI architecture, offering technical guidance and strategic insights to align VDI solutions with business goals.
3. Quality & Standards: Drive best practices in VDI by setting high standards for performance, scalability, and reliability. Regularly evaluate and improve the user experience within VDI environments.
4. Technical Oversight & Mentorship: Act as a technical advisor, mentoring team on VDI and related technologies, including integrations with VMWare ARIA.
5. Upgrades & Optimization: Oversee planning and execution for VDI upgrades, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal impact on end-users.
6. User Experience Focus: Prioritize user experience within VDI design and support, ensuring high performance and reliability across all user interactions.

SKIILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Proficiency in VMWare Horizon, App Volumes, DEM, and Cloud Pods.
2. Experience with VDI architecture and template design, building and managing AppStacks, and User Writable volumes.
3. Strong understanding of Active Directory (AD) integration with VDI environments.
4. Proven experience with VDI user experience enhancement and performance optimization.
5. Experience with VMWare ARIA for VDI is a plus.
Ability to set and uphold high standards for quality and consistency in VDI environments.