Patrick Shelly
About Patrick Shelly
Patrick Shelly is a Senior Manager of Solutions Engineering at The Qt Company, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in the automotive sector, having held various engineering and management roles at companies including Altia, QNX Software Systems, and Ford Motor Company.
Current Role at Qt
Patrick Shelly serves as the Senior Manager of Solutions Engineering at The Qt Company since 2018. In this role, he focuses on architectural initiatives for Qt for Android Automotive and ISO 26262 functional safety. He actively promotes automotive domain controllers and simplified electronic architectures in vehicles, contributing to advancements in automotive technology.
Previous Experience in Automotive Engineering
Prior to his current position, Shelly held various roles in the automotive engineering sector. He worked as a Senior Solutions Architect at Altia, Inc. from 2016 to 2018, and as a Senior Manager of Application Engineering at Mentor Graphics from 2012 to 2016. His experience also includes positions at QNX Software Systems, Freescale Semiconductor, and Ford Motor Company, where he developed expertise in automotive systems.
Educational Background
Patrick Shelly studied Computer Science at Wayne State University, where he earned both a Master of Science (M.Sc.) and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), graduating summa cum laude. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in solutions engineering and automotive technology.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Shelly has hands-on design experience with various automotive systems, including Infotainment, Driver Information, Telematics, Propulsion, Active Safety, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. He routinely conducts public presentations and technical training for automotive OEMs and major Tier One Suppliers globally, showcasing his expertise in the field.
Role in Partner Coordination
In his current role, Patrick Shelly coordinates partner activities related to new opportunities in The Americas. He manages technical relationships with semiconductor, operating system, and middleware partners, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment on automotive projects.