Brad Cook
About Brad Cook
Brad Cook is a Software Engineer at Shine Solutions Group in Canberra, Australia, with extensive experience in software development and geosciences. He has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including Geoscape Australia and Geoscience Australia, and holds a Bachelor of Science and an Advanced Diploma in Video Game Development.
Work at Shine Solutions Group
Brad Cook has been employed as a Software Engineer at Shine Solutions Group since 2022. He has contributed to various projects and initiatives within the organization, leveraging his expertise in software development. His role involves utilizing modern technologies and methodologies to deliver solutions that meet client needs.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Shine Solutions Group, Brad Cook worked at Geoscape Australia as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2022. He also held positions at Geoscience Australia as a Software Developer for nine years, where he supported applications for the Joint Australian Tsunami Warning Centre. Additionally, he served as a Consultant at UNIFY Solutions and as a GIS Research Assistant at the University of Wollongong.
Education and Expertise
Brad Cook studied at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment, where he earned an Advanced Diploma of Video Game Development with a focus on Game Programming from 2015 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Geosciences from the University of Wollongong, completed between 2005 and 2008. His educational background supports his proficiency in various technologies, including Unreal Engine 4 and Unity3D.
Technical Skills and Tools
Brad Cook is proficient in multiple version control systems, including Git, GitHub, BitBucket, and GitLab. He utilizes Concourse CI pipeline and Terraform for AWS infrastructure deployment. His skills extend to test-driven development and technical debt reduction. He has developed an AWS-hosted geospatial data pipeline using services such as S3, Lambda Functions, Kinesis data streams, and Fargate.
Project Management and Collaboration
In his professional roles, Brad Cook has experience using project management tools like Trello, JIRA, and Asana. He regularly collaborates with product managers and analysts to plan and execute sprint tasks, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and effectively.