Simon Downes

Simon Downes is an experienced technology professional specializing in platform engineering and DevOps. Currently serving as Lead Platform Engineer at Tillo since July 2025 and a Freelance DevOps Engineer at Sierra Delta Consulting Ltd since January 2018, Simon has held significant roles including Senior Platform Engineer at Motorway, Head of Infrastructure and Data at The Student Room Group, and Software Development Manager at HolidayTaxis Group. Simon has a proven track record in migrating infrastructures to AWS, implementing Terraform modules, and managing teams to enhance service deployment and operational efficiency across various organizations. Additionally, early career roles include Lead Developer at The Student Room Group and Senior Developer at Gamer Network, showcasing a solid foundation in software development and systems analysis.