Michał Olszewski — Principal Solutions Architect Specializing in Cloud, VDI & Digital Workspaces

Azure Solutions Architect Expert | Enterprise End-User Platform Design

Cloud Transformation & Virtualization Architecture

DaaS Platform Architecture & Delivery

Digital Workspace Solutions for Financial Services

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Michał Olszewski - Principal Solutions Architect

Principal Solutions Architect

Cloud · VDI · Workspace · Azure · DaaS

Designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient end-user platforms for global enterprises in the financial and technology sectors. Two decades of experience spanning cloud transformation, virtualization, security, and automation — enabling organizations to achieve operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and cost optimization.

About

Architecting the Future of Digital Workspaces

Enterprise Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient end-user platforms for global enterprises in the financial and technology sectors. Extensive background defining long-term architecture, evaluating emerging technologies, and guiding engineering teams through complex transformation programs, including integration of enterprise platforms following organizational change and large-scale cloud platform consolidation.

Trusted by senior stakeholders and engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges, balance business and technology priorities, and develop architectures that remain scalable, secure and resilient over time. Combines deep expertise in Azure, end-user computing, virtualization, security and automation with a strong interest in AI and emerging technologies that improve digital workplace experiences. Known for translating complex technical concepts into practical business solutions, influencing technology direction, and providing architectural leadership from strategy through implementation while working closely with engineering, product and delivery teams..

Driven by curiosity and a commitment to technical excellence, I continuously explore emerging technologies — from AI integration in workspace platforms to sustainable and resilient infrastructure design. My approach combines strategic vision with hands-on technical depth, ensuring solutions that work in practice, not just on paper.

Areas of Expertise

Technical Capabilities & Domain Knowledge

Cloud & Infrastructure
  • Azure Architecture & Solutions
  • Cloud Migration & Transformation
  • Infrastructure Design & Resilience
  • Business Continuity Planning
Virtualization & Workspace
  • VDI Architecture (Citrix, Azure)
  • DaaS Platform Design
  • End-User Platform Integration
  • Remote Access Solutions
Security & Identity
  • Identity & Access Management
  • Network Security Architecture
  • Compliance & Regulatory Standards
  • Zero Trust Framework Implementation
Automation & Operations
  • DevOps & CI/CD Pipelines
  • GitLab & Automation Frameworks
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Agile & Collaborative Delivery
Strategy & Architecture
  • Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF)
  • Technical Strategy & Roadmaps
  • Vendor Assessment & Integration
  • IT Service Management (ITIL)
Sustainability & Scalability
  • Sustainable IT Architecture
  • Scalable Platform Design
  • Cost Optimization Strategies
  • Performance Engineering

Professional Experience

Leadership in Enterprise Platform Architecture

Global DaaS Platform Architecture
Financial Services · Global Scale

Leading the architecture of Desktop-as-a-Service platforms for global financial institutions. Responsible for expanding DaaS delivery across international organizations and integrating legacy systems into unified modern workspace solutions.

  • Designed and delivered global workspace platforms serving enterprise user bases
  • Led integration of acquired entity systems into unified service architecture
  • Collaborated with Agile engineering teams to deliver scalable, robust solutions
  • Ensured compliance with internal policies and external financial regulations
Virtual Desktop Environment Strategy
End-User Services · VDI & Remote Access

Architected and unified diverse end-user computing products into cohesive Workspace offerings. Defined technical strategy, roadmaps, and standards for virtual desktop and application delivery platforms.

  • Designed global VDI solutions for strategic outsourcing customers
  • Unified disparate EUS products into integrated Workspace services
  • Assessed third-party solutions and shaped vendor offerings
  • Defined service standards and delivery frameworks for DaaS offerings
Enterprise Cloud & Virtualization
Strategic Outsourcing · Consulting

Provided architecture consulting for enterprise cloud and virtualization initiatives. Delivered Smart Business Desktop Cloud solutions and consulted on European VDI deployments for strategic outsourcing clients.

  • Consulted on enterprise VDI and cloud architecture across Europe
  • Architected Smart Business Desktop Cloud solutions
  • Defined DaaS service standards and delivery models
  • Led technical solution architecture for Wintel and Citrix environments
Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise
Enterprise Environment · Technical Enablement

Served as Subject Matter Expert for Windows on Intel (Wintel) and Citrix technologies. Provided technical leadership, administration, and solution architecture for enterprise-scale environments.

  • SME for Citrix technologies and Wintel platforms
  • Technical Solution Architecture for enterprise deployments
  • Harmful Code Process enablement and security initiatives
  • Enterprise software distribution and quality assurance

Certifications

Professional Credentials

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect Azure Administrator Associate Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty Azure AI Engineer Associate Azure AI Fundamentals Azure Security Fundamentals TOGAF 9 Certified ITIL V4 Foundation

Education

Academic Background

Master of Science in Informatics from Silesian Technical University