Desktop Application Performance Engineer

Description:

We are looking for someone with a deep background in the Windows operating systems. Ideally the Windows client OS, although many skills will be transferable from server / desktop and/or workstation. Candidate must be a fast learner and have a passion for teaching others. This position is primarily focused on Windows Desktop performance in a VDI / XenApp environment with strong knowledge in Windows OS, Windows performance metrics, Application Performance diagnostics / troubleshooting and networking. The position is highly technical and hands-on. The candidate should have very strong technical foundation as well as a strategic mindset, good communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with others.

Overview

* Help get the best performance possible in a Windows virtualized environment.

* Grow the overall team understanding of Windows including tools and techniques required to measure and analyze performance.

* Work hand in hand with the Desktop/ Virtualization / Remote Access and SCCM teams to uncover new techniques for accelerating desktop performance and adoption of VDI and server-based applications running in a terminal service / XenApp environment

* Work closely with the teams to identify architectural changes / optimizations vital to get extreme performance from the Microsoft OS.

* Propose changes to memory, storage systems, I/O systems, file systems and operating system scheduling that improve performance.

* Conduct system performance testing to ensure system reliability, capacity and scalability

* Analyze test results and coordinate with development teams for bug fixes

* Analyze root causes of performance issues and provide corrective actions

* Review and recommend improvements to existing test procedures

* Report defects found in testing diligently, promptly, and accurately

* Compare and contrast system performance with varying levels of system resources (RAM, CPU cores, disk caches, network and compute nodes)

* Windows Desktop General Engineering and Hardware evaluation

* Creation of desktop, laptops and virtual machine performance baselines for the Windows Desktop

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Enterprise Windows Expertise:**

- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems within an enterprise context.

- Optimize Windows desktop configurations, group policies, and settings to enhance performance and security.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline Windows desktop deployments and management.

2. **Tanium Integration and Utilization:**

- Showcase expertise in Tanium, leveraging its capabilities for real-time visibility and control over desktop endpoints.

- Utilize Tanium for performance analysis, monitoring, and fine-tuning to maximize efficiency.

- Implement automated remediation actions within Tanium for addressing performance issues.

3. **Desktop Performance Enhancement:**

- Identify and proactively resolve performance bottlenecks and issues across our large-scale enterprise desktop environment.

- Ensure efficient resource management, including CPU, memory, and disk, while adhering to best practices.

- Implement performance optimizations based on Tanium insights.

4. **Security and Compliance:**

- Seamlessly integrate Tanium into security and compliance strategies, ensuring desktops meet industry standards and internal policies.

- Collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams to implement security measures without compromising performance.

- Leverage Tanium for vulnerability assessments and automated remediation.

5. **Application Management:**

- Oversee application packaging, distribution, and compatibility testing, optimizing software deployment using Tanium.

- Resolve complex application-related performance issues through Tanium-driven solutions.

- Implement Tanium-based strategies for software management and updates.

6. **Troubleshooting and Support:**

- Provide advanced technical support for desktop performance-related incidents.

- Investigate and resolve hardware and software challenges efficiently.

- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base for performance-related solutions.

7. **Documentation and Reporting:**

- Maintain detailed documentation of desktop configurations, Tanium implementations, and performance enhancements.

- Generate and present regular reports on desktop performance and optimization efforts.

**Qualifications:**

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).

- 10 years of experience as a Desktop Engineer, with a strong focus on optimizing Windows desktop performance in enterprise environments and utilizing Tanium.

- Proficiency in Windows desktop operating systems, performance tuning tools, and Tanium solutions.

- Certifications such as MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure and Tanium certifications are highly desirable.

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Skills:

Automation, Windows10, powershell, Python, performance analysis, Troubleshooting Application, Plug-in

Top Skills Details:

Automation,Windows10,powershell,Python,performance analysis,Troubleshooting Application,Plug-in

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Must sit in Austin or Newport location hybrid 4/1

Looking for someone who does everything. They are looking for expert talent with someone that has great communication and troubleshooting skills, that works well with a team and love to coach and teach others

Some key words:

•Windows performance analyzer

•Sysinternals, which is a popular windows troubleshooting tools

Experience Level:

Expert Level

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.