Martin Podhola

Gaining hands-on experience collaborating with small development teams focused on vision systems, AI, and machine learning software delivery.

• Lead the IT & DevOps department, managing internal infrastructure built on Linux and other open-source technologies Proxmox, K3s.
• Drive infrastructure automation and the transition to IaC Terraform, Ansible, bash, improving scalability and deployment efficiency.
• Support development teams with vision, AI systems, ensuring smooth production delivery.
• Support and maintain software development environments, including CI/CD pipelines Jenkins, Gerrit and container orchestration and artificial repos Dockerhub, Nexus.
• Oversee network operations, security Crowdsec, general linux hardening, Routeros, monitoring Prometheus, Grafana, backups PBS, Borg, and corporate IT assets across multiple OS environments.
• Contribute to the design and support of vision and IoT systemshardware designing deployed for clients.
• Ensure ISO 9001 / ISO 27001 compliance through process and security improvements Department capacity planings.

• IT budgeting, vendor management, and procurement.

  Key achievements include:

  • Rebuilt deployment automation for delivery of IoT vision systems.
  • Migrated from VMware ESXi → Proxmox.
  • Enhanced perimeter security and led infrastructure relocation.
  • Advanced internal IaC workflows and automations.

Worked with cutting-edge technologies at one of Central Europe’s leading VFX studios.

• Managed and maintained Linux/Unix,servers, workstations, hypervisors xcp-ng, xen, and storage systems, including hardware troubleshooting and performance monitoring.
• Designed and delivered core infrastructure and storage solutions critical for production pipelines.
• Participated in automation initiatives Ansible, bash to streamline system deployment and maintenance processes.
• Designed and optimized a high-availability database mysql, percona backup cluster with integrated online backup and restore for key pipeline applications.

• Handled network diagnostics and optimization to improve infrastructure reliability.

  Key achievements include:

  • Built and implemented the IT infrastructure for UPP’s Budapest branch.
  • Contributed to the design and development of 3D scanning and rendering infrastructure used in production workflows.

Provided part-time IT support for small offices, handling diverse technical challenges.

• Provided comprehensive IT infrastructure services for small businesses, including medical, post-production, and audiology companies.
• Designed, deployed, and maintained Linux-based systems, virtualization platforms Proxmox, MikroTik network environments.
• Implemented Nextcloud and other open-source platforms to enable secure data sharing and collaboration.
• Managed databases MySQL, PostgreSQL and ensured system reliability, monitoring, and disaster recovery readiness.
• Strengthened perimeter and endpoint security, introduced centralized management, and optimized network performance.

Key achievements include:

• Built and implemented the IT infrastructure for small offices from the ground based on client requirements.

Working at IBM was a great opportunity to gain experience with unique technologies in a mission-critical environment.

• Maintained and supported Oracle Database environments with RAC clusters on AIX Unix systems.
• Managed IBM Power Systems hardware, including diagnostics and performance tuning.
• Troubleshot SAN storage, tape libraries as IBM TSM backup environments.
• Contributed to system automation initiatives ksh, bash and backup strategy design to improve reliability and efficiency.

Key achievements include:

• Successfully led several critical incident resolutions, minimizing downtime.
• Deploy automation scripts that improved system management efficiency.
• Participated in major system upgrades and migrations with minimal disruption.

Gained valuable insight into the internal operations of a large banking institution.

• Developed and maintained APIs and integration workflows on a custom-built Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) platform.
• Troubleshot and resolved system and integration issues to ensure service reliability.
• Worked with Oracle Databases for data processing, reporting, and system optimization.
• Created technical documentation and project reports.

Key achievements include:

• Improved integration processes, enhancing data flow efficiency.
• Contributed to the successful implementation of new banking services.

During my time at T-Systems, I gained essential insight into service-oriented architecture and first-hand experience in leading projects and taking responsibility for key services.

• Supported and maintained applications and databases for enterprise clients using IBM WebSphere Application Server, Apache Tomcat, and MS SQL.
• Provided technical troubleshooting and performance optimization across multiple environments.
• Acted as Project Manager and Service Owner for the development and support of internal business applications.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure service reliability, change management, and process improvement.

Key achievements include:

• Successfully managed several high-impact projects, improving application performance and reliability.
• Developed expertise in application server technologies and enterprise IT solutions.

Working at H&D was a valuable learning experience that introduced me to the Unix world and gave me insight into how IT operates within large multinational corporations such as Volkswagen.

• Provided application support for Siemens Teamcenter Engineering PLM and IBM WebSphere Application Server running on Sun Microsystems infrastructure.
• Monitored, maintained, and optimized enterprise systems supporting Volkswagen AG’s engineering operations.
• Collaborated with international teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure high service availability.
• Served on-site in Wolfsburg, gaining valuable international experience working directly for Volkswagen AG.

Key achievements include:

• Successfully resolved critical application issues, minimizing downtime for engineering teams.
• Gained international work experience and enhanced cross-cultural communication skills.

Faculty of Mechatronics, Informatics and Interdisciplinary Studies

During my time at TUL, I developed key skills such as teamwork and working to tight deadlines, which I have applied throughout my career. I enjoyed my university experience and gained valuable insight into maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Electronic Computer Systems

During my studies in high school, I acquired the foundational knowledge of electricity and computers, which has been essential to my career.