Harish Wairagade

Harish Wairagade is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in software engineering and digital technology across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Michaels Stores since August 2023, Wairagade previously held significant roles at Tailored Brands, Inc., where responsibilities included managing web and mobile applications and leading engineering efforts for custom clothing systems. Earlier positions include Director of Analytics Engineering at Gap Inc., where leadership in advanced analytics development was demonstrated, and roles at Walmart encompassing eCommerce architecture and feature development. Career beginnings include a tenure at SkillNet Solutions Inc., focusing on multi-channel retailing and eCommerce solutions, coupled with foundational experience as an Assistant Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services. Wairagade holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani.