Andrew Sowada

Andrew Sowada, MBA, is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in embedded software and firmware development, particularly in the medical device sector. Currently serving as Principal Field Clinical Engineer and Lead Firmware Engineer at ShiraTronics, Inc., Andrew manages firmware development for neuromodulation devices. Previous roles include Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Sparton, where Andrew contributed to significant business wins and developed the software architecture for a new respiratory therapeutic device. Andrew's early career includes positions at Xirgo Technologies, Eaton, and internships that laid a strong foundation in firmware and software engineering. Andrew holds an MBA in Management and Finance from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering with a focus on Embedded Systems.