Veliyan Georgiev

About Veliyan Georgiev

As Chief Solutions Architect, I lead the vision, strategy, and execution of enterprise-wide solutions architecture across diverse domains including cloud, DevOps, integrations, security, and healthcare IT. I guide high-performing architecture teams, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and innovation that supports strategic business objectives.My role spans designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that align with organizational goals. I drive technology strategy, lead build vs. buy evaluations, oversee proof-of-concept development, and provide hands-on leadership in resolving complex technical challenges. I collaborate with executive leadership, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive architectural standards, enable high-quality delivery, and support business growth.Key Focus Areas- Leading and developing architecture strategy, teams, and operational excellence- Driving innovation in cloud-native design, DevOps practices, and system modernization- Coaching and mentoring architecture and engineering talent across the organization- Shaping enterprise technology roadmaps and aligning tech with business needs- Leading due diligence, feasibility analysis, and performance optimization- Building scalable, resilient, and secure solutions for long-term success- Engaging with external communities through conferences, open-source, and thought leadershipWith a passion for building forward-thinking solutions and empowering technical teams, I aim to create measurable business value through modern architecture and engineering leadership.

Experience

1. Chief Solutions Architect

   Upmc Enterprises

   Apr 2022 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

   Provides strategic vision and leadership, aligning architecture goals with UPMC’s mission. Fosters a high-performance, inclusive, and accountable culture. Leads the Solutions Architecture team, overseeing strategy, hiring, budgets, and process improvement. Builds strong cross-functional relationships and mentors staff.Designs and evaluates scalable, resilient, and secure solutions. Guides DevOps strategies, cloud optimization, and technical debt resolution. Defines and reviews non-functional requirements, technical specifications, and architecture templates. Leads POC development and engages in hands-on problem-solving.Assesses application performance, scalability, and infrastructure integration. Identifies and resolves performance bottlenecks. Conducts code-level security reviews and recommends test automation approaches to ensure quality and reliability.Collaborates across departments, customers, and partners to align technology with business goals. Acts as a liaison to internal engineering teams and external stakeholders. Maintains a network of internal and external experts. Supports business development and participates in release governance.Leads technical evaluations, feasibility studies, and due diligence efforts. Sets architectural standards and long-term technology direction. Stays current with emerging technologies and contributes to the broader tech community through mentorship, open-source, and presentations. Develops innovative services and drives continuous improvement across teams.

Education

• Carlow University

  Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

• Indiana University of Pennsylvania

  BA, Computer Science

  2001 — 2004