Dave Rodriguez
About Dave Rodriguez
Dave Rodriguez serves as the Lead Database Engineer at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked for 13 years. He has a background in engineering and data analytics, with experience managing teams and collaborating on database solutions across multiple countries.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Dave Rodriguez has served as the Lead Database Engineer at Thomson Reuters since 2011, contributing over 13 years of experience in Eagan, Minnesota. In this role, he has managed teams of engineers in both operations and research and development environments across multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and India. His leadership has focused on fostering collaboration and enhancing team performance.
Education and Expertise
Dave Rodriguez holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida. He furthered his education by completing a Data Analytics and Visualizations Bootcamp at the University of Minnesota from 2019 to 2020. His academic background supports his expertise in database engineering and analytics.
Background in Engineering
Before his tenure at Thomson Reuters, Dave Rodriguez worked as a Nuclear Test Engineer at Norfolk Naval Shipyard from 1990 to 1996 in Portsmouth, Virginia. He also spent 15 years as a Senior Database Consultant at Northrop Grumman Information Systems, where he worked in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area and Eagan, Minnesota. His diverse engineering background includes a focus on database management and operations.
Achievements in Database Engineering
Dave Rodriguez received the 2016 Q3 Data Center & Infrastructure Services Global Outstanding Performer award for his advocacy of the DevOps business model. His efforts promoted collaboration across various business divisions, highlighting his commitment to improving operational efficiency. Additionally, he has authored documentation that has enabled engineers with limited experience to complete complex tasks.
Collaboration with Oracle Corp.
In his role, Dave Rodriguez collaborated with product managers from Oracle Corp. on feature enhancements for future versions of GoldenGate. This collaboration reflects his engagement with industry leaders to improve database solutions and enhance functionality.