Shreyas S Patwardhan
About Shreyas S Patwardhan
Shreyas S Patwardhan is a Manager of QA Automation at Encyclopaedia Britannica, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in software engineering and quality assurance, having previously held positions at companies such as Motorola Mobility, Cognizant Technology Solutions, and Mindtree Ltd.
Current Role at Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Shreyas Patwardhan currently holds the position of Manager, QA Automation at Encyclopaedia Britannica, where he has worked since 2019. In this role, he oversees the QA recruitment process and mentors direct reports to facilitate clear career development paths. His responsibilities include conducting code reviews and creating test strategies for over 15 applications, which contribute to ensuring high-quality software delivery.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current role, Shreyas Patwardhan gained valuable experience in various software engineering positions. He worked at Mindtree Ltd. for five months in 2009 and at Cognizant Technology Solutions for nine months from 2009 to 2010, both in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. He also served as a Mobile Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) at Motorola Mobility from 2011 to 2012 in Libertyville, Illinois.
Education and Expertise
Shreyas Patwardhan earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Information Technology & Management from the Illinois Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. His academic background supports his expertise in software quality assurance and automation.
Contributions to QA Automation at Encyclopaedia Britannica
During his tenure at Encyclopaedia Britannica, Shreyas Patwardhan has made significant contributions to QA automation. He implemented API automation and performance testing, which resulted in a 70% reduction in testing time and a 50% decrease in costs. Additionally, he achieved a 95% reporting accuracy and reduced regression testing time by over 1000 hours by maximizing automation coverage.
Career Development and Mentorship
In his current role, Shreyas Patwardhan emphasizes the importance of career development for his team. He actively mentors his direct reports, ensuring they have clear paths for professional growth. His involvement in the QA recruitment process further highlights his commitment to building a skilled and effective team within the organization.