Lee Downing

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ABOUT LEE DOWNING

Dedicated Cloud and Infrastructure Team Manager with a proven track record in orchestrating operational Cloud Infrastructure solutions at an enterprise level. Adept at staying abreast of current technology trends and methodologies, encompassing both Public and Private Infrastructure domains. Demonstrated success in ensuring alignment with standards and governance for seamless Service Transition processes, delivering first-class services to Sainsbury’s Retail Business Customers, Colleagues, and Key Stakeholders.In summary, my leadership of Cloud Teams characterised by a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, people-centered leadership, results-driven execution, and effective communication. By leveraging these attributes, I am committed to driving innovation, delivering value, and empowering our Engineering Community to thrive.Core Competencies:• Proficient in coaching, mentoring, and fostering team development, instilling a collaborative ethos and leveraging Agile Frameworks for swift value delivery.• Skilled in Project Delivery requirements with a comprehensive understanding of Agile and SRE methodologies, enabling effective strategy execution quicker, cheaper and more secure• Experienced in managing and assessing CAPEX/OPEX budget lines ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial prudence.• Collaborative partnership with Leadership Teams to devise comprehensive Roadmaps and Cloud Frameworks while defining Core Competencies essential for Cloud initiatives.• Adept at representing teams and facilitating effective communication with stakeholders across all organizational levels, including external Cloud Suppliers and other key vendor partners.• Proficiency in IT Infrastructure Operational Service management, encompassing Change, Problem, and Incident resolution.• Strong problem-solving acumen and decisive decision-making capabilities, ensuring stakeholder engagement and delivery of substantial value propositions.