Pratik Shah
About Pratik Shah
Pratik Shah is a Director and Senior Development Manager at Safe-Guard Products International, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in software engineering and holds a Master's degree in Computer Information Science from Cleveland State University.
Work at Safe-Guard Products International
Pratik Shah has been employed at Safe-Guard Products International since 2014, holding the positions of Director, Senior Development Manager, and Development Manager. In this role, he has directed cross-functional teams of over 15 members in the development and delivery of AWS cloud-based applications utilizing the Unqork platform. He has played a significant role in strategic IT planning, vendor evaluations, and SOC audits. His contributions have been pivotal in enhancing operational productivity and streamlining processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at CONNECTURE
Before joining Safe-Guard Products International, Pratik Shah worked at CONNECTURE from 2006 to 2014 in various roles including Software Engineering Manager, Software Team Lead, and Senior Software Engineer. His tenure at CONNECTURE spanned eight years and took place in Brookfield, Wisconsin. During this time, he developed significant software solutions and contributed to the company's technological advancements.
Education and Expertise
Pratik Shah earned a Master of Science degree in Computer Information Science from Cleveland State University, where he studied from 1999 to 2001. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering at Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software development, IT management, and cloud-based solutions.
Key Projects and Implementations
In his current role, Pratik Shah has implemented several key projects that have significantly improved operational efficiency. He successfully replaced a 20-year-old system with a Contract Cancellation platform. Additionally, he conceptualized and developed adjudication rules that led to a 30% growth in operations productivity by reducing claim settlement time. He also executed the Cash Application and Reconciliation System (CARS) to enhance cash application processes and reconcile bank deposits.
Technical Skills and Innovations
Pratik Shah possesses advanced-level expertise in developing domain-driven microservice APIs and managing contract cancellations. He has utilized technologies such as Elastic Search and MuleSoft to enhance system functionalities. His technical skills have been instrumental in driving innovation and improving the efficiency of software applications within his organization.