Patric Fornasier
About Patric Fornasier
Patric Fornasier serves as the Chief Technical Officer (CTO) at air up since May 2022, bringing extensive experience in software engineering and leadership from various global companies. His background includes roles at Google, ThoughtWorks, and NICTA, along with a strong foundation in computer science and engineering.
Current Role at air up
Patric Fornasier serves as the Chief Technical Officer (CTO) at air up, a position he has held since May 2022. He operates from Zurich, Switzerland, and has been instrumental in leading the company's technical strategy and engineering efforts. His role involves overseeing the development of innovative solutions that align with air up's mission to provide a unique hydration experience.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Technology
Before joining air up, Patric Fornasier accumulated extensive experience in various engineering roles. He worked at Google as a Staff Software Engineer and Engineering Manager from 2019 to 2022 in Zurich, Switzerland. Prior to that, he served as Head of Engineering at siroop from 2016 to 2017 and as Principal Engineer at Springer from 2013 to 2014. His early career included a significant tenure at ThoughtWorks as a Software Engineer and Technical Lead from 2007 to 2013.
Education and Academic Background
Patric Fornasier holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Research from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he studied Computer Science and Engineering from 2006 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science and Software Engineering from Berner Fachhochschule BFH, completing his studies from 2000 to 2005.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Patric Fornasier possesses a diverse skill set in programming languages, including Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Scala, and Go, along with some experience in Clojure. He has a strong foundation in agile methodologies, systems thinking, and continuous delivery. His expertise encompasses building, shipping, and running Internet-scale software systems and products, with a proven ability to create scalable cloud-native applications.
Leadership and Influence
In his professional journey, Patric Fornasier has demonstrated the ability to drive systemic and cultural change within organizations. He is known for influencing teams and stakeholders effectively, often without requiring formal authority. His passion for both technical and non-technical roles enables him to make a significant impact in various environments.