Philip Harris
About Philip Harris
Philip Harris is a Principal Enterprise Architect at N-able, where he leads the architecture for the N-able Analytics portfolio and serves as the primary architect for the MSP Manager product. He has extensive experience in software architecture, having previously held positions at ePsolutions Inc, SolarWinds MSP, and Motorola Semiconductor.
Current Role at N-able
Philip Harris serves as the Principal Enterprise Architect at N-able, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Austin, Texas, he leads the architecture for the N-able Analytics portfolio. His work involves implementing advanced technologies such as PowerBi Embedded, Snowflake, Azure AKS, and ServiceFabric custom microservices. Additionally, he is the primary architect for the N-able PSA product, MSP Manager, which is currently undergoing expansion.
Previous Experience at ePsolutions Inc
Prior to his current role, Philip worked at ePsolutions Inc as the Chief Software Architect from 2009 to 2013. During his four years there, he contributed to various software development projects, enhancing the company's technological capabilities and solutions.
Experience at Motorola Semiconductor
Philip's career includes a significant tenure at Motorola Semiconductor, where he held the position of CIM Staff Manager and Senior Member Technical Staff from 1989 to 1996. His seven years at Motorola involved overseeing critical technical operations and contributing to the company's semiconductor technology advancements.
Role at SolarWinds MSP
From 2015 to 2021, Philip served as the Director of Software Architecture at SolarWinds MSP in Austin, Texas. In this role, he was responsible for guiding software architecture initiatives and ensuring the alignment of technology strategies with business goals.
Education in Physics and Mathematics
Philip Harris studied at Auckland University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Physics and Mathematics. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which he applies in his professional roles.
Technical Leadership and Mentoring
At N-able, Philip provides technical leadership and mentoring within the technical community, particularly as part of the MSP spinoff. He is recognized for his support and guidance to students, assisting them with doubts and problems during their courses. He is also involved in training programs that include interview preparation, contributing to the development of future professionals in the field.