Brad Johnston
About Brad Johnston
Brad Johnston is a Data Engineer with extensive experience in database management and software development. He has worked for several companies, including CDK Global and RideCo, and has a background in Electrical Engineering from Queen's University.
Work at RideCo
Brad Johnston has been employed at RideCo, an on-demand transit company, as a Data Engineer since 2021. His role involves managing and analyzing data to support the company's transit solutions. He continues to contribute to the development of data-driven strategies that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in the transportation sector.
Previous Experience at CDK Global
Before joining RideCo, Brad Johnston worked at CDK Global as a Database Administrator in Tactical Software Development from 2012 to 2020. During his eight years in this role, he was responsible for maintaining database systems and optimizing software performance. His contributions were essential in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the company's database infrastructure.
Career at Manulife
Brad Johnston served as a Data Engineer at Manulife from 2020 to 2021. In this position, he focused on data management and engineering tasks that supported the company's financial services. His work involved implementing data solutions that facilitated better decision-making and improved data accessibility.
Education and Expertise
Brad Johnston earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Queen's University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation in technical principles and analytical skills, which he applies in his roles as a Data Engineer and Database Administrator.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Throughout his career, Brad Johnston has developed technical skills in database management and automation. He collaborated with a software vendor to enhance a database upgrade utility, achieving a 90% reduction in execution time. Additionally, he developed PowerShell scripts for automating configurations on Windows servers and played a key role in scripting DML and DDL database changes using TSQL.