Pat Higgins

Pat Higgins is a seasoned software test management professional with extensive experience in leading and developing software test teams. At iRobot since 2013, Pat transitioned a small team into a robust 20+ member group focused on automation solutions for various products, utilizing tools like SeeTest/Java and Selenium. Prior experience includes managing a 60+ member geographically dispersed team at EMC, overseeing automated test development and fostering cross-functional collaboration in both Agile and Waterfall environments. As Mgr System Test at Celox Networks, Pat directed a team through initial product release activities, while at Stratus, effective leadership was provided to a Build and Release group and a system test team responsible for Windows-based products. Pat holds a Master of Science in Virtual Management from Brandeis University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Fitchburg State University.