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Virtual Desktop Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

VMware Engineer

Chicago, IL

$53.50 - $67/hr

VMWare Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3+ Months We work with businesses and consumers to ... Network and Storage teams to create/support the virtual platform Desktop Support as part of ...

Systems VMware Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$53.50 - $67/hr

Network and Storage teams to create/support the virtual platform Desktop Support as part of ... What you'll bring As a VMware Systems Engineer Lead, you should have 5+ years progressive x86 ...

VMware Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$53.50 - $67/hr

VMWare Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3+ Months We work with businesses and consumers to ... virtual platform • Desktop Support as part of supporting the overall virtual desktop ...

Primary focus areas include Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 (W365), with ... Engineer application packaging and deployment, software update management (ADRs), task sequencing ...

Endpoint Architect

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$240K/yr

Primary focus areas include Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 (W365), with ... Engineer application packaging and deployment, software update management (ADRs), task sequencing ...

Endpoint Architect

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$240K/yr

Primary focus areas include Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 (W365), with ... Engineer application packaging and deployment, software update management (ADRs), task sequencing ...

Endpoint Architect

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$240K/yr

Primary focus areas include Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 (W365), with ... Engineer application packaging and deployment, software update management (ADRs), task sequencing ...

Senior Cloud Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$70K - $144K/yr

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) * Plan, deploy, and manage scalable AVD environments in Azure ... engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data ...

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How much do virtual desktop engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual desktop engineer in Chicago, IL is $46.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.70 and $59.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Desktop Engineer vs Desktop Support Specialist?

AspectVirtual Desktop EngineerDesktop Support Specialist
CertificationsIT certifications like Microsoft Certified: Windows Virtual Desktop, CompTIA A+CompTIA A+, HDI Support Center Analyst
Work EnvironmentDesigning, deploying, and managing virtual desktop environments in enterprise settingsProviding technical support for end-users' hardware and software issues
Employer & IndustryIT departments, cloud service providers, large enterprisesCorporate IT support, help desks, small to medium businesses

The Virtual Desktop Engineer focuses on creating and maintaining virtual desktop infrastructure, while the Desktop Support Specialist provides direct technical support to end-users. Both roles require strong IT knowledge, but the Virtual Desktop Engineer emphasizes virtualization and infrastructure management, whereas the Desktop Support Specialist handles user issues and hardware troubleshooting.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Desktop Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,853 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer

Prophecy Technologies

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Role Overview:
Lead the technical transformation from Citrix VDI to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). You will design, build, and migrate workloads using Nerdio Manager for Enterprise.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design & Architecture: Build scalable AVD landing zones and infrastructure in Microsoft Azure.
  • Migration Execution: Migrate user profiles, applications, and workloads from Citrix to AVD.
  • Nerdio Management: Deploy and configure Nerdio Manager for automation and autoscaling.
  • Image Management: Build and optimize golden images using MSIX App Attach and Nerdio.
  • Profile Optimization: Implement FSLogix for profile container management and storage tuning.
  • Performance Tuning: Define Azure network, compute, and storage options to lower costs.
  • Troubleshooting: Solve complex issues related to Azure identity, networking, and session hosts.

Required Skills:
  • AVD Expertise: Deep knowledge of Azure Virtual Desktop components and architecture.
  • Citrix Knowledge: Strong understanding of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops for legacy migration.
  • Nerdio Tooling: Hands-on experience with Nerdio Manager for Enterprise management.
  • Identity & Security: Mastery of Azure AD (Entra ID), Active Directory, and GPOs.
  • Automation: Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Terraform for deployment.
  • Profile Management: Expert knowledge of Microsoft FSLogix configuration.

Qualifications:
  • 4-6 years of experience in enterprise VDI engineering (Citrix, VMware, or AVD).
  • Lead role in at least one Citrix-to-AVD migration project.
  • Microsoft Certification: AZ-140 (Configuring Azure Virtual Desktop) required.

Preferred Skills:
  • Nerdio certifications (NMP or NME) are highly preferred.