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.