The Judge Group

We're partnering with a leading financial services organization in Chicago that is seeking an
End User Computing (EUC) Architect
to drive the strategy, architecture, engineering, and modernization of its enterprise desktop environment.
This is a highly visible role where you'll partner with business, IT, and security leaders to deliver innovative solutions across Windows, virtual desktop infrastructure, Microsoft 365, application delivery, automation, and end-user technologies.
What You'll Do
<ul>
<li>Design and implement enterprise desktop engineering solutions and EUC architecture.</li>
<li>Lead technical projects from concept through implementation and support.</li>
<li>Architect and manage application delivery using technologies such as
VMware AppStacks
, application layering, and modern endpoint management tools.</li>
<li>Develop technical standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices.</li>
<li>Manage and maintain Windows operating system base images, updates, patching, and vulnerability remediation.</li>
<li>Support and optimize virtual desktop platforms while preserving user profiles and settings.</li>
<li>Troubleshoot complex desktop, application, and Microsoft 365 issues across enterprise environments.</li>
<li>Drive automation initiatives using PowerShell, Python, Terraform, or similar technologies.</li>
<li>Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend strategic improvements.</li>
<li>Serve as the highest-level escalation point for desktop engineering issues.</li>
<li>Partner with business, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and leadership teams to define requirements and improve the end-user experience.</li>
<li>Mentor desktop engineering team members and provide technical leadership.</li>
<li>Provide both tactical and strategic input into the future state of end-user computing.</li>
<li>Participate in on-call support rotations as needed.</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>5+ years of experience in Desktop Engineering, End User Computing, or related infrastructure roles.</li>
<li>Strong experience supporting enterprise-scale
Windows desktop environments
.</li>
<li>Experience deploying and managing applications across large desktop estates.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with desktop management and endpoint administration platforms.</li>
<li>3+ years of experience supporting
Microsoft 365 (O365)
environments.</li>
<li>Advanced desktop and application troubleshooting expertise.</li>
<li>Experience with scripting and automation using
PowerShell, Python, Terraform
, or similar tools.</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in desktop architecture, design, and engineering.</li>
<li>Experience working within a
DevOps-oriented environment
.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of operational risk, controls, and governance practices.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, identify risks, and drive solutions.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Microsoft certifications such as:</li>
<li>Microsoft 365 Certified</li>
<li>MCSE</li>
<li>Windows Virtual Desktop Specialty</li>
<li>VMware certifications including:</li>
<li>VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility (VCP-DTM)</li>
<li>Experience with virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), modern workplace technologies, and enterprise automation initiatives.</li>
</ul>

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