A Day in the Life of an EBSCO Development Director: Get to Know Pranjal Mahajan

We had the opportunity to speak with Pranjal Mahajan , Agile Development Director at EBSCO, to gain insights into the experience of working in technology within the library solutions industry. An EBSCO Information Services employee for almost 15 years, Pranjal says one of the most important lessons he’s learned in his career was to continuously be open to learning.

What is your role at EBSCO?

Agile Development Director - Reliability Engineering and Operations

What inspires you about your work and your team?

What inspires me most about my work is the opportunity to solve problems?and make complex information accessible to people, driving meaningful?change. Being customer-focused allows me to be a catalyst for continuous improvements and success within the organization. Supporting creative?projects and having the chance to empower and inspire others fuels my passion for what I do.

Do you have a favorite EBSCO memory?

One of my favorite memories at EBSCO was shortly after I joined in 2011. During the “Festivus” holiday celebration, everyone dressed up and participated in fun activities, like competing to build the best mini-golf track, a Yankee swap, and pie throwing—where the management team volunteered to get pie’d! There was also a live music jam session and plenty of food. It was amazing to see everyone come together and celebrate like a big family.

When did you first know you wanted to pursue a career at EBSCO Information Services?

Twenty years ago, I began my career in performance testing, helping customers ensure their web applications were optimized for end users. After completing my master’s in information systems, I joined EBSCO in 2011. Over the years, I’ve taken on various roles, but the common thread throughout has been my passion for problem-solving. Now, in the reliability space, I have the opportunity to tackle challenges across all departments in the organization.

What are some important lessons you’ve learned in your career?

Over the years, I've taken on various roles in different teams, both in my previous organization and at EBSCO. One of the key lessons I've learned is the importance of continuous learning, embracing change, and solving problems. Whether you're in a technical or non-technical role, in a professional setting or even in personal life, the ability to adapt, take on new challenges, and move forward is crucial.

What would your perfect weekend look like?

My perfect weekend is an unplanned road trip with my family to a new location, exploring and being amazed by whatever surprises nature has in store for us.

What is something surprising that not many people know about you?

I have a sweet tooth and love indulging in desserts, but I can't stand chocolate-flavored ones—especially chocolate ice cream! The only exception is actual chocolate bars.

“Sooner or later I'm going to die, but I'm not going to retire.”?

Margaret Mead?