At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Azure Virtual Desktop initiatives and design scalable enterprise solutions.
- Company: Join FinXL, a premium Australian IT services firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive pay, and long-term project opportunities.
- Other info: Great career growth potential and a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Shape innovative cloud solutions and make a real impact in the tech industry.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen with AVD expertise and cloud infrastructure skills.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 143000 $ per year.
About FinXL IT Professional Services
FinXL IT Professional Services is a premium Australian IT services and consulting firm. We partner with Australia's leading enterprise and public sector organisations to deliver complex, high-impact cloud and digital infrastructure programs. When you join FinXL, you gain access to a dedicated national IT practice network, long-term project pipelines, and strong candidate support.
About the Role
FinXL are seeking an experienced Microsoft AVD SME / AVD Cloud Engineer to join our team and take ownership of an enterprise Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) initiative; working with our federal government client. In this technical specialist role, you will lead the initial Proof of Concept (PoC) phase to evaluate requirements, establish feasibility, and design a scalable, secure, and production-ready enterprise solution. You will provide deep engineering expertise across design, implementation, optimisation, security, FinOps/cost management, and service transition-ensuring the AVD platform delivers exceptional user experience and operational reliability.
Note: Candidates must be an Australian Citizen to be considered for this position due to security clearance and client compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Proof of Concept & Solution Design: Lead the Azure Virtual Desktop Proof of Concept (PoC), evaluate performance, and design the end-to-end target state enterprise solution.
- AVD Strategy & Engineering: Define host pool strategies, image management standards, FSLogix profile container configurations, application delivery methods, and identity integrations.
- Environment Deployment: Deploy, configure, and maintain AVD host pools across Development, Test, and Production environments.
- Azure Service Management: Implement and govern supporting core Azure infrastructure, including:
- Azure Virtual Machines & Compute
- Azure Storage (Azure Files, NetApp Files, FSLogix)
- Azure Networking (VNets, ExpressRoute, VPN, NSGs)
- Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Insights
- Azure Backup & Disaster Recovery
- Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Intune & Microsoft Endpoint Manager
- Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop infrastructure automation scripts and deployment pipelines using PowerShell, Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps.
- Gold Image & Packaging Management: Develop, collaborate on, and maintain gold image management workflows, patching rhythms, and application packaging/delivery processes (e.g., MSIX app attach).
- Optimization & Governance: Drive platform performance tuning, session density optimization, cost management (auto-scaling), security hardening, and operational handover.
Key Requirements
- Essential: Candidates must be an Australian Citizen to be considered for this position due to security clearance and client compliance requirements.
- Specialist AVD & PoC Expertise: Proven track record running Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives and designing full lifecycle enterprise Azure Virtual Desktop solutions.
- FSLogix & Identity Integration: Deep hands-on experience configuring FSLogix profile management, RBAC, and Entra ID / Active Directory identity integrations.
- Cloud Infrastructure Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge across supporting Azure core services (Virtual Machines, Storage, Virtual Networking, Monitoring, Backup, and Intune).
- Infrastructure Automation: Hands-on automation skills using PowerShell, Bicep, ARM templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps pipelines.
- Image Management & Packaging: Demonstrated experience establishing gold image build standards, application packaging, and automated maintenance processes.
Desirable Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty (AZ-140)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
Why Apply?
- Greenfield / PoC Ownership: Shape the end-to-end strategy from initial Proof of Concept through to full solution delivery.
- Long-Term Visibility: Initial 3-12 months+ contract window with strong prospective ongoing extensions.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy a balanced hybrid work schedule with a convenient Sydney West location.
Microsoft AVD SME/ AVD Cloud Engineer in Sydney employer: FinXL Professional Services Pty
FinXL is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic and flexible working environment, allowing you to thrive in a modern hybrid setup while contributing to high-impact enterprise technology initiatives. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you'll have the opportunity to lead critical projects within a supportive team culture, ensuring your skills are continuously enhanced in the rapidly evolving field of Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Located in Brisbane CBD, this role not only provides a chance to work on significant projects for a major utility provider but also fosters a collaborative atmosphere where innovation and excellence are celebrated.
Contact Details:
FinXL Professional Services Pty Recruitment Team
