Services

Past Consulting Work

I've helped companies build cloud systems and solve technical problems. This work taught me how to think like a customer and understand what problems really matter - experience that makes me better at full-time roles.

Cloud Architecture Work

I help companies plan and move to the cloud. I match technology choices to business needs to build practical solutions.

• Cloud readiness checks and migration planning
• Azure architecture design and setup
• Kubernetes planning and deployment
• Application modernization planning
• Cost optimization for cloud infrastructure

Technology Advice

I help executives and technical teams make smart decisions about technology investments.

• Technology selection and evaluation
• Technical due diligence
• Team structure and capability assessment
• Build vs. buy analysis
• Technical debt management
• Cloud migration planning

Technical Leadership

I work with technical teams to improve processes, solve complex problems, and deliver quality solutions.

• DevOps setup and improvement
• Quality improvement frameworks
• Technical mentoring for senior developers and architects
• Architecture reviews and recommendations
• Project rescue and recovery

Speaking

I speak about cloud architecture, technical leadership, and building systems. My talks combine practical advice with real examples from 20+ years in the industry.

Speaking topics include:

• Building reliable cloud architectures
• Kubernetes in enterprise environments
• Leading technical teams through change
• Quality engineering in cloud-native applications
• DevOps culture and practices

Current Focus

I'm looking for full-time roles where I can build long-term systems and work with great engineering teams. The consulting experience helps me understand how customers think and what problems really matter.

If you'd like to discuss architecture challenges or my background:

Email: jonathan@jonathangardner.io
Phone: +1 (832) 588-0072
LinkedIn: Profile

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