Principal Desktop Engineer
Core
Hands-on engineering leader responsible for designing, building, and operating enterprise endpoint platforms (Windows, macOS, VDI) for a global asset management firm.
Role type
Principal Desktop Engineer (Engineering Leader)
Builds
Enterprise endpoint platforms, VDI solutions, and automation tools for a hybrid workforce.
Domain
Financial Services / Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Required skills
Windows/macOS lifecycle management, Microsoft Intune/SCCM, VDI (Citrix/VMware/Azure), PowerShell/Python automation, endpoint security, team leadership, OS modernization strategy
Preferred skills
Financial services regulated environment experience, vendor/financial management, budgeting and licensing optimization
Technologies
Windows, macOS, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft SCCM/MECM, Citrix, VMware Horizon, Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Autopilot, PowerShell, Python
Responsibilities
Define enterprise roadmap for end-user computing and OS modernization; Lead design and standards for endpoint platforms; Champion automation and zero-touch provisioning; Act as senior technical escalation for complex issues; Manage and mentor a team of 20–25 engineers; Oversee large-scale initiatives like OS migrations and hardware refreshes; Establish KPIs, SOPs, and runbooks for operational excellence.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities