Phil Thomas
About Phil Thomas
Phil Thomas is a Senior Solutions Architect with over 15 years of experience in digital agencies across the UK and Australia. He has held various technical roles, including Technical Director and Head of Development, and possesses multiple professional certifications in cloud and open-source technologies.
Current Role at Amdaris
Phil Thomas serves as a Senior Solutions Architect at Amdaris since 2024. His role involves designing and implementing solutions that leverage open source and cloud technologies. He works in the City of Bristol, England, and collaborates with a diverse range of clients, including startups and large enterprises.
Previous Experience at Proctor + Stevenson
Phil Thomas has an extensive history with Proctor + Stevenson, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Senior Developer from 2012 to 2014, then progressed to Application Team Lead from 2014 to 2018. Following that, he served as Head of Development from 2018 to 2021, and finally as Technical Director from 2021 to 2024. His roles involved overseeing development teams and managing technical projects.
Early Career at IE Agency
Phil Thomas began his career at IE Agency in Melbourne, Australia, where he worked as a Developer from 2007 to 2010. This three-year experience contributed to his foundational skills in software development within a digital agency environment.
Education and Expertise
Phil Thomas studied at the University of Bristol, where he earned a BSc in Physics with Astrophysics from 2001 to 2004 and an MSc in Computer Science from 2004 to 2005. He also completed A-Levels in Physics, Maths, Further Maths, and General Studies at Sedbergh School from 1995 to 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and problem-solving.
Professional Certifications
Phil Thomas holds several professional certifications that validate his skills and knowledge in technology. These include AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Acquia Certified Developer - Drupal 7, Core Elasticsearch Developer, Zend Certified Engineer - PHP5, and Sitecore 6 .NET Developer. These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining industry standards and enhancing his technical capabilities.