VMware to XenServer Migration Engineer

Job Title: VMware to XenServer Migration Engineer

Duration: 1+ month , till end of December

Location: Fully Remote

Overview

VMware to Citrix XenServer

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.