Richard Burnison
About Richard Burnison
Richard Burnison is a Senior Database Administrator at Clio, specializing in the development of highly concurrent, low-latency systems. He has extensive knowledge of the Java Virtual Machine, MySQL/InnoDB, and Linux, and is dedicated to solving complex scale-related challenges.
Work at Clio
Richard Burnison has served as a Senior Database Administrator at Clio, a cloud-based legal technology company, since 2021. In this role, he focuses on creating and evolving highly concurrent, low-latency systems. His responsibilities include managing database performance and ensuring system reliability to support the company's legal technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
Richard Burnison studied Computer Programming at Humber College from 2004 to 2007. His education provided a foundation in programming principles and practices, which he has built upon in his professional career. He possesses a deep understanding of the Java Virtual Machine (Hotspot), MySQL/InnoDB, and Linux, which supports his specialization in database administration.
Background
Richard Burnison has a strong background in database management and software development. He is passionate about solving scale-related problems and refactoring existing systems to meet evolving business demands. His approach to mentorship is distinctive, focusing on fostering excitement in software development rather than adhering to traditional teaching methods.
Technical Skills
Richard Burnison has extensive technical skills that include a deep understanding of system internals. He utilizes this knowledge to address complex problems that development organizations often find challenging. His expertise in highly concurrent systems and low-latency environments positions him as a valuable asset in database administration.