Salim Vhora
About Salim Vhora
Salim Vhora is a Programme Manager specializing in Cloud Enablement and Data Centre Initiatives at Liberty Global, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in cloud services, data center integration, and project management across various organizations in the UK.
Work at Liberty Global
Salim Vhora has been serving as the Programme Manager for Cloud Enablement & Data Centre Initiatives at Liberty Global since 2018. In this role, he has implemented a new operating model for cloud applications and managed the integration of on-premises data centers with AWS and Google public clouds. His work aligns with Liberty's 'Cloud First' strategy, focusing on delivering advanced cloud services. He has also led the delivery of private cloud capabilities in next-generation data centers, utilizing software-defined data center principles.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Salim Vhora worked at Liberty Global as a Project Manager for Oracle Fusion on VMWare from 2016 to 2018. He also held positions at Virgin Media as Programme Manager for Middleware Transformation and at the Department of Work and Pensions as Design Manager for Universal Credit. His experience includes a decade at BT as a Solution Architect OSS/BSS and a year at Lloyds Banking Group as Project Manager for Term Deposits and ISA Maturities.
Education and Expertise
Salim Vhora studied Telecommunications Engineering at University College London, where he earned a Master's degree from 2004 to 2007. He also holds a degree from the University of Mumbai. His educational background supports his expertise in cloud services, data center initiatives, and technology consulting, which he developed further during his six years at Accenture as a Manager in Technology Consulting.
Technical Skills and Technologies
In his roles, Salim Vhora has utilized core technologies such as VMWare and Cisco ACI fabric to deliver cloud services. His technical skills include managing complex integrations and implementing cloud solutions that enhance operational efficiency. He has delivered approximately 40 services that encompass compute, storage, database, network, monitoring, asset management, and security capabilities for Liberty Global-owned companies.