How to work with me

I am a constant inventor, but with a twist. I am not tinkering with obscure data or reconfiguring trendy technology. Instead, I am initiating. I spend my time on novel undertakings that stretch the boundaries of current thinking and practice. I see the gaps in others’ solutions and offer many (sometimes conflicting) alternatives and paradoxical insights. I prioritize volume over the perfectly packaged idea, confident that the model solution lies somewhere within my mass of insights. I generate idea after idea, leaving others to hone my thinking. Throw me in the deep end. If there’s a project that lacks details or data, I can get it off to a good start. I am resourceful and can fill gaps more quickly than most. Let me tackle new territory. If it’s never been done before, I am at my best.

Recent Achievements

  • Implemented a pipeline for static WHOIS feed processing for Cisco Crosswork Cloud.
  • Designed and developed a Docker-based architecture for the Cisco Software Manager.
  • Invented a new Domain-Specific Language (DSL) for running pre- and post-software upgrade tests.
  • Built a strong customer trust relationship, resulting in a multimillion-dollar, 3-year service contract with Liberty Global.
  • Awarded the 2013 “Best Support & After Sales” Liberty Global vendor award.
  • Awarded the 2015 “Sustainable Supplier” Liberty Global vendor award.
  • Served as lead architect and team leader in networking project for UPC Switzerland (Liberty Global), establishing PBB-EVPN as the standard for all Liberty Global country rollouts.
  • Designed networks for major European and Middle Eastern service providers: Vodafone (Romania, Albania, Egypt), Magticom, UTG (Georgia), and Turkcell (Turkey).

Capabilities

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Proven ability to build trust relationships with customers.
  • Effective collaboration within multicultural and virtual teams.
  • Strong understanding of diversity and inclusion principles.
  • Lateral and creative thinking.
  • Proficient in presenting to large audiences.
  • Quick learner of new technologies and features.
  • Capable of working effectively under time pressure and in stressful situations.
  • Highly accountable and self-disciplined.

Experience

Senior Technical Leader, Engineering, March 2007 - ongoing

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cloud Services Engineering

  • Designed and developed new features and software components for Cisco products.
  • Led the development of the Cisco Crosswork Cloud product.
  • Oversaw the design and development of the Cisco Software Manager.
  • Provided advanced support to customers facing complex issues.

Solutions Integration Architect, September 2012 – February 2017

Cisco Systems, Inc., Customer Services

  • Position the value of Cisco solution options in addressing business problems.
  • Engage deeply with customers to build and maintain long-term technology and operations roadmaps.
  • Responsible for delivering Cisco’s technical strategy and facilitating necessary practice and solution organization interlocks.
  • Design top-down future state architectures and develop the associated Cisco technical strategy.
  • Evaluate the introduction of new technologies within the customer environment, ensuring a broad understanding of customer requirements and business objectives.
  • Support the development of technical solutions proposals.
  • Align customer new technology introductions with business requirements.

Network Consulting Engineer, December 2005 – September 2012

Cisco Systems, Inc., Customer Services

  • Deliver complex networking project to the Customer in EM region
  • Build expertise and knowledge in Carrier Ethernet and Core Technologies
  • Demonstrate of Cisco products, solutions and technical architectures
  • Provide technical advice for largest SP customers in the region
  • Engage in pre-sale opportunities and provide technical expertise

Account Manager, Jun 2003 – November 2005

ComputerLand SA, Utilities Line of Business

  • Manage business relationships at C-level
  • Daily interaction with existing and potential customers.
  • Demonstrate product offerings
  • Develop prospect for new customers

Systems Engineer/Senior Consultant, 1996 – 2003

ComputerLand SA

  • Design LAN and WAN networks focused on Cisco technology and hardware equipment.
  • Specialization in core routers, switches and new technologies like VoIP, MPLS, CDN, IP Telephony and Security.
  • Install networking equipment from Cisco, IBM, HP and 3Com

Education

Master, Computer Science, 1994 – 1998

Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland

Electronics Technician, 1990 – 1990

Technical College, Katowice, Poland

Certificates and Trainings

  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert #4294 R&S (Emeritus)
  • ITIL Foundation certificate in IT Service Management
  • Machine Learning by Stanford University on Cousera
  • Consultancy Development Program