Contact Information

• Email: pjirsa@gmail.com
• GitHub: pjirsa
• LinkedIn: phil-jirsa

Professional Summary

Cloud-first technologist with 25+ years of experience designing scalable architectures, leading AI-driven innovation, and creating technical content that empowers teams and customers. Proven track record of delivering solutions using Azure OpenAI and AI Foundry, building internal platforms to support enterprise cloud operations, and educating global audiences. Seeking a Principal Cloud Architect role to drive strategic transformation and mentor the next generation of cloud leaders.

Key Skills

• Cloud Architecture (Azure, Hybrid, Multi-cloud)
• AI & Machine Learning (Azure OpenAI, Foundry)
• Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform)
• .NET & SharePoint Development
• DevOps & Automation
• Cloud Governance & Security
• Technical Evangelism & Enablement
• Customer Success & Strategic Advisory

Professional Experience

Senior Cloud Solution Architect

Microsoft - January 2019 - September 2025

• Accelerated customer business value by designing MVP AI solutions using Azure OpenAI and Foundry
• Led strategic cloud engagements in the Health and Life Sciences industry, driving adoption and innovation
• Acted as a trusted advisor to enterprise clients, translating business needs into technical outcomes

Learning Content Author

Pluralsight - July 2018 - July 2019

• Created deep technical learning content focused on cloud architecture, development, and AI
• Reached thousands of learners globally, helping professionals upskill and certify

Senior Azure Developer

Rackspace Hosting - September 2011 - January 2019

• Built internal support tools and platforms to deliver Fanatical Support for Azure to customers
• Developed scalable solutions to streamline operations and improve customer experience
• Delivered .NET and SharePoint development consulting services to enterprise clients
• Supported custom solution development and platform optimization

Consultant

Avtex Solutions, LLC - October 2007 - September 2011

• Provided .NET and SharePoint development services as part of a Microsoft Gold Partner team
• Collaborated with clients to deliver tailored enterprise solutions

Information Technology Specialist

Winona State University - May 2000 - October 2007

• Built collaborative portal experiences for students, faculty and staff
• Developed custom Java and .NET applications to support student and faculty services

Education

• B.S. Computer Science, Winona State University, 2001

Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
• GitHub Actions
• GitHub Administration
• GitHub Copilot

Skills & Technologies

• Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Static Web Apps, Logic Apps
• Azure Kubernetes Services, Docker Containers
• Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL
• Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric
• C#, ASP.NET, MVC, Blazor, Razor, Silverlight
• ReactJS, Angular, Vue.js
• PowerBI, Power Automate
• GitHub, Azure DevOps, ARM, Bicep, Terraform
• Azure Communication Services
• Azure FHIR