Yuri Zygala
About Yuri Zygala
Yuri Zygala is a Principal Technical Architect with extensive experience in IT operations and infrastructure. He has held various leadership roles at Copado and previously worked at Facebook and other companies, demonstrating a strong background in technical architecture and IT service management.
Work at Copado
Yuri Zygala has held multiple roles at Copado, demonstrating a significant career progression within the organization. He served as Director of Information Security for four months in 2019, followed by a role as Director of IT Global Infrastructure for seven months in 2020. He then transitioned to the position of Senior Technical Lead for Cloud Infrastructure from 2021 to 2023. In 2023, he became the Principal Technical Architect, a role he currently holds. His tenure at Copado reflects his extensive experience in IT operations and infrastructure.
Previous Experience at Facebook
Before joining Copado, Yuri Zygala worked at Facebook as an Application Engineer and Force.com Engineering Lead from 2012 to 2015. During his three years at the Menlo Park, CA location, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the platform's capabilities. His experience at Facebook provided him with a strong foundation in application engineering and systems architecture.
Education and Expertise
Yuri Zygala studied Architectural Engineering Technology at Wentworth Institute of Technology from 1990 to 1991. His educational background complements his extensive experience in IT service management, virtualization, and systems architecture. These areas of expertise are crucial for his current role as Principal Technical Architect, where he manages complex IT operations.
Leadership Roles in IT Operations
Throughout his career, Yuri Zygala has held several leadership positions in IT operations. He served as Chief Technology Officer at 1218 Inc. from 2016 to 2019 and as Director of Systems Engineering at Convectus Solutions during the same period. Additionally, he worked as Director of IT Operations at Cross Country Healthcare from 2006 to 2008. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with the skills necessary to oversee complex IT infrastructures.
Background in IT Infrastructure
Yuri Zygala has a comprehensive background in IT infrastructure, having worked in various capacities across multiple companies. His roles have included Director of Web Development at theglobe.com and Director of Application Development at Intelligent Content Corp. His extensive experience in IT operations and infrastructure management has contributed to his effectiveness in leadership positions.