Simon Daykin serves as the Principal Director of Engineering at Microsoft, where he leads the International Sovereign Platform Team within Azure Edge & Platform. In this pivotal role, Simon is responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of critical infrastructure and high assurance products and...
Simon Daykin serves as the Principal Director of Engineering at Microsoft, where he leads the International Sovereign Platform Team within Azure Edge & Platform. In this pivotal role, Simon is responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of critical infrastructure and high assurance products and services within the hyper-scale Azure cloud environment. His extensive expertise in Microsoft Azure, virtualization, and network architecture enables him to drive innovative solutions that meet the diverse needs of customers across various industries.
Under Simon's leadership, the team is focused on enhancing disaster recovery capabilities and ensuring robust network security, which are essential for maintaining the integrity and availability of cloud services. His commitment to service delivery excellence and operational efficiency has positioned the Azure Edge & Platform team as a leader in the cloud computing space. Simon's approach is characterized by a compassionate and curious leadership style that fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture, empowering team members to innovate and excel.
In addition to his technical acumen, Simon is a skilled public speaker, often sharing insights on the future of cloud technology and its implications for businesses. His passion for unified communications and IT operations further underscores his dedication to transforming digital landscapes. As a visionary and transformational technology executive, Simon Daykin continues to shape the future of cloud infrastructure, ensuring that Microsoft remains at the forefront of digital and engineering transformation.
