Ed Francis

Ed Francis is a seasoned Solutions Architect currently working at Methods since December 2025. Previously, Ed held various leadership and architectural positions at QinetiQ from November 2018 to December 2025, where contributions included establishing a multi-disciplinary architecture team and leading the transformation of legacy systems towards scalable hybrid cloud environments. Ed's expertise spans cloud architecture, security operations, and data analytics, with a solid history of fostering collaboration and innovation across cross-functional teams. Earlier roles include Technical Architect positions at the Met Office and DVLA, as well as software engineering and consulting roles across several companies. Ed's educational background includes studies at Bracknell and Wokingham College from 1999 to 2001.