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Crescens Inc

Network Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

This position will be the Architect and subject matter expert (SME) capacity. Endpoint Security ... Operational experience with various operating systems in both a physical and virtual environments.

Crescens, Inc.

Network Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

This position will be the Architect and subject matter expert (SME) capacity. Endpoint Security ... Operational experience with various operating systems in both a physical and virtual environments.

Ask IT consulting

Network Architect

Raleigh, NC

$63 - $84.25/hr

... Architect contractor role to assess/design changes to current DES network to support/monitor ... IP, virtual machines, and/or server/network infrastructure etc. Must have at least 10 years ...

Nvidia

Senior I/O Specifications Architect

Durham, NC · On-site

Understanding of system architecture, virtual addressing/translation, interrupts, and cache coherence protocols * Experience working in industry standards bodies is a plus * Ability to identify ...

Align Technology

Solution Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$61.25 - $80.75/hr

Solution Architect Department: Information Technology Employment Type: Full Time Location: US-North ... Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy - Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18 ...

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Curam Architect

Durham, NC

This resource will provide technical consultation to business partners, developers and architects ... and IP-based virtual hosts, and cluster ? Experience in J2EE-specific application hosting ...

Infojini Inc

Network Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

Network Architect Location: Raleigh, NC (27605) Duration: 3 months Client: Direct DAILY DUTIES ... virtual machines, and/or server/network infrastructure experience in network design, development ...

Align Technology

Solution Architect

Morrisville, NC · On-site +1

$166K - $228K/yr

Collaborate with other architects and software developers globally * Foster innovation through ... Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy - Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18 ...

Align Technology, Inc.

Solution Architect

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$59 - $77.75/hr

Collaborate with other architects and software developers globally * Foster innovation through ... Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy - Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18 ...

Nvidia

Senior System Simulation Architect

Durham, NC · On-site

... virtual reality, and autonomous vehicles? Come join the CPU performance architecture team as a ... Senior System Simulation Architect and help us push performance boundaries for NVIDIA's line of CPU ...

Innosoul inc

Power Apps Architect

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

NC-0623) Hybrid/Local PowerApps Architect (PL-400/15+) with Virtual Agent, Dataverse, SQL Server structure, Azure SQL, data governance, security, DLP policies, ALM, T-SQL, tuning, APIs, Power BI ...

NetApp

Senior Cloud Security Architect (26185)

Durham, NC · Hybrid

$61.75 - $82/hr

The Senior Security Architect is expected to have a thorough understanding of complex IT systems ... virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual architect in Raleigh, NC is $129,975.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,100.00 and $161,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Virtual Architect’s day often starts with virtual meetings to review project updates and coordinate with clients, engineers, and other designers. You’ll spend much of your time working on digital design tasks, refining architectural models, and preparing detailed plans using advanced BIM and visualization software. Effective communication with distributed teams and managing deadlines across different time zones is common. The role involves balancing creative design with technical problem-solving, and most projects rely on seamless digital collaboration to ensure everyone stays aligned. This flexible yet structured workflow allows Virtual Architects to contribute to projects from anywhere while maintaining high standards of quality and innovation.

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A Virtual Architect designs and plans digital environments, such as virtual spaces, simulations, or 3D models for industries like gaming, real estate, or virtual reality. They use specialized software to create immersive and functional virtual experiences. Their work may involve architectural visualization, user experience design, or metaverse development.

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To excel as a Virtual Architect, you need strong expertise in architectural design, 3D modeling, and building information modeling (BIM), typically supported by a degree in architecture or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Autodesk Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and virtual collaboration platforms is highly beneficial, and certifications like LEED or Autodesk Certified Professional can enhance your profile. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to collaborate remotely are essential soft skills. These combined abilities enable successful project execution, client satisfaction, and efficient teamwork in a virtual environment.

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Citrix / Azure Virtual Desktop Architect

Citrix / Azure Virtual Desktop Architect

UNC HEALTH

Morrisville, NC • On-site, Remote

$47.90 - $68.86/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary:
UNC Health is seeking a Citrix / Azure Virtual Desktop Architect to lead the strategy, architecture, support and modernization of our enterprise virtual desktop and application delivery platforms in a large, complex healthcare environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of virtual end-user computing for a health system supporting caregivers, clinical operations, and business teams across North Carolina. The environment is primarily Citrix-based, and this position will help guide ongoing modernization, including evaluation of hybrid and cloud-hosted delivery models such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). The platform supports approximately 30K+ concurrent users, making this an excellent opportunity for an architect who enjoys enterprise-scale design, technical leadership, and long-term technology planning in a mission-driven organization. .
What You'll Do:
Platform Architecture & Strategy
  • Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for the enterprise virtual application and desktop platform.
  • Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards, reference designs, capacity models, and lifecycle strategies for virtual desktop platforms.
  • Evaluate platform options, including Citrix enhancements and Azure Virtual Desktop, and provide architecture guidance, trade-off analysis, and recommendations.
  • Design and support on-premises and hybrid architecture aligned with UNC Health's infrastructure and cloud strategies.

Citrix Platform Architecture & Engineering
  • Design, implement, and support Citrix infrastructure, including the following core technologies:

- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS), including Azure based deployment strategies
- Citrix StoreFront
- Citrix Studio and Citrix Director
- Citrix Workspace Environment Manager (WEM)
  • Architect high availability, resiliency, and scalability across multiple Citrix sites.
  • Serve as the technical escalation point for complex platform issues affecting performance, stability, and availability.

Azure & Cloud Integration
  • Partner with cloud and infrastructure teams to design hybrid Citrix and cloud architecture.
  • Participate in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) evaluations or pilots from a platform architecture perspective.
  • Ensure integration with identity, networking, security, and monitoring frameworks.
  • Bring a strong understanding of cloud architecture, design patterns, and operational models.

Profiles, Policy & Platform Optimization
  • Architect and support profile management solutions such as Citrix UPM and FSLogix.
  • Use Microsoft Group Policy and Citrix WEM to implement standardized and scalable configuration management.
  • Drive platform performance, logon optimization, and session reliability improvements.

Monitoring, Automation & Operations
  • Monitor infrastructure health using Citrix Director, Citrix Studio, ExtraHop, UberAgent, and related tools.
  • Analyze platform performance and usage data to support capacity planning and root cause analysis.
  • Develop PowerShell automation to streamline platform administration and improve operational efficiency.

Technical Leadership
  • Mentor Citrix and virtualization engineers on architecture patterns, standards, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, security, and application teams on platform initiatives.
  • Contribute to platform roadmaps, major upgrades, and architectural decision-making.

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience with Windows client/server networking, including Windows domain and authentication, Active Directory, logon scripts, policies, and client and network security.
  • 5+ years of experience with server configuration and installation, performance and network monitoring tools, operating system upgrades and migrations, and advanced troubleshooting across hardware and software.
  • 5+ years of experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop, Citrix Workspace Environment Manager (WEM), Citrix StoreFront, and Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop.
  • Experience with Citrix PVS, including Azure deployment strategies.
  • Experience with Citrix StoreFront. • Experience with Microsoft Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
  • Experience with authentication methods and identity integration.
  • Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
  • Relevant certifications such as ITIL, Citrix, or Microsoft Azure certifications.

Other Information
Education Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management or related field (or equivalent combination of education, training and experience).
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
• No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
• If a Bachelor's degree: Five (5) years of relevant experience.
• If an Associate's degree: Seven (7) years of relevant experience.
• If a High School diploma or GED: Nine (9) years of relevant experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
• Excellent analytical and communication skills. Ability to work well in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Highly responsive to internal customers.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Shared Services
Organization Unit: ISD Network Services
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $47.90 - $68.86 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Remote
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Morrisville
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Health Care System, in a department that provides shared services to operations across UNC Health Care; except that, if you are currently a UNCHCS State employee already working in a designated shared services department, you may remain a UNCHCS State employee if selected for this job.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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