VMware to XenServer Migration Engineer

Job Title : VMware to XenServer Migration Engineer

Duration : 1+ month , till end of December

Location : Fully Remote

Overview

We are seeking a contractor to assist with a critical migration effort, moving workloads from VMware to Citrix XenServer within our Citrix VDI environment . This is a tactical role focused on execution, ensuring virtual desktops and supporting infrastructure are migrated smoothly with minimal downtime or disruption to end users.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on migration of VMs from VMware vSphere into XenServer, with a focus on Citrix VDI workloads.

Validate and test migrated desktops and supporting infrastructure for performance, stability, and compatibility.

Coordinate with internal teams to plan and execute migration windows.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during migration, including VDI-specific challenges.

Document migration processes, configurations, and outcomes.

Ensure minimal impact to production VDI services during the transition.

Requirements

Strong experience with VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter) .

Strong experience with Citrix XenServer / Citrix Hypervisor .

Hands-on experience supporting or migrating Citrix VDI environments (Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops / XenDesktop).

Proven background in VM migration projects.

Solid understanding of virtualization networking, storage, and resource allocation.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

Experience with Citrix Cloud or Citrix Director.

Experience with automation / scripting for migrations (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

Prior experience in large-scale VDI or data center migrations.