Desktop Solution Architect

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**Windows Desktop Architect L3 Job Description (10–15 Years Experience)** **Job Title:** **Windows Desktop Architect – Level 3** **Experience Required:** **10–15 years** in End-User Computing (EUC), Windows Desktop Engineering, and Enterprise Workplace Architecture. **Role Summary:** The Windows Desktop Architect L3 is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise-scale Windows desktop environments. This role focuses on architecting secure, scalable, and automated workplace solutions, improving the digital user experience, and leading modernization initiatives across the Windows ecosystem. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design and architect enterprise Windows desktop platforms (Windows 10/11) aligned with organizational standards. - Lead large-scale OS deployment and migration projects using modern management technologies. - Develop and maintain gold images, device configuration baselines, and automation workflows. - Architect solutions using **Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune, SCCM/MECM)** for provisioning, patching, and policy management. - Drive modernization initiatives such as **Autopilot**, cloud-managed endpoints, and Zero Trust security. - Oversee application packaging, delivery, compatibility testing, and virtualization (App-V/MSIX). - Collaborate with security teams on endpoint hardening, compliance, and vulnerability remediation. - Provide L3/L4 technical expertise, root cause analysis, and performance optimization. - Create architectural documentation, standards, and governance frameworks. - Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, UEM enhancements). **Required Skills & Competencies:** - Deep expertise in **Windows OS architecture**, registry, GPOs, and troubleshooting techniques. - Strong experience with **Intune, MECM/SCCM, Autopilot**, and endpoint compliance. - Proficiency in **PowerShell scripting**, automation, and configuration-as-code approaches. - Experience in **desktop imaging**, driver management, application lifecycle management. - Knowledge of **Azure AD, Conditional Access, MFA, Zero Trust principles**. - Familiarity with **AVD, Windows 365 Cloud PC**, and virtualization technologies. - Strong documentation, solution design, and cross-functional leadership skills. - Ability to handle escalations and act as a technical SME for EUC architecture. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Microsoft certifications (MD-102, MS-102, AZ-104, AZ-140, SC-series). - Experience in large, complex enterprise environments (10,000+ users). - Exposure to ITIL processes and service delivery frameworks. **Soft Skills:** - Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management. - Ability to lead projects and mentor engineering teams. **Technical Keywords:** Windows Architect, Windows 10/11, EUC Architect, End User Computing, Desktop Engineering, Workplace Architect, Intune, MECM, SCCM, Autopilot, Windows Imaging, OS Deployment, MDT, Task Sequences, GPO, Group Policy, AAD, Azure AD, Conditional Access, Zero Trust, PowerShell, App Packaging, MSIX, App-V, Endpoint Security, Desktop Virtualization, AVD, Windows 365, UEM, MDM/MAM, Patch Management. **Experience Keywords:** 10+ years, 12 years, 15 years, Senior Analyst, L3 Engineer, SME, Technical Architect, Lead Engineer, Solution Architect.**Role & responsibilities** **Preferred candidate profile**