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Brad J.

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Head of Data, Engineering & VoteShield at Protect Democracy
📍 United States

Brad is the Head of Data, Engineering & VoteShield at Protect Democracy, where he leads technical teams. He holds a Masters in Human Centered Design and Engineering from the University of Washington, specializing in UX design and product management. People who have worked with him describe him as enthusiastic, open, and innovative.

He is deeply committed to civic engagement, having led an innovative team focused on helping U. S. citizens navigate voting requirements. His work is driven by a passion for applying a user-centered approach to solve complex challenges within the democratic process, blending technology with a strong sense of public service.

Unique fact: Brad is the recipient of a Cannes Bronze Cyber Lion for his work.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Head of Data, Engineering & VoteShield
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United States
Personality Overview

How Brad shows up

ROI Driven
Friendly But Slow
Curious But Skeptical

They are often friendly and nice, but can sometimes suprise you with their piercing questions They typically tend to be late adopters even when they seem friendly and excited about what you have to sell They are unlikely to ever become strong champions even when the conversations are going well; you should focus on cultivating other champions

Priorities

Topics Brad cares about

Election Integrity
Leads VoteShield at Protect Democracy, a program dedicated to securing elections. His feed shows a consistent focus on hiring engineers who care about this cause.
Human-Centered Design
Holds a Master's degree in Human Centered Design & Engineering and is recognized by colleagues for applying a user-centered approach to solve problems.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
Head of Data, Engineering & VoteShield
Protect Democracy
1-2022 - 5-2025
Head of VoteShield
Protect Democracy
1-2019 - 1-2022
Director of Product
Protect Democracy
3-2017 - 11-2018
Senior Experience Strategist
R/GA
7-2015 - 3-2017
Experience Strategist
R/GA
In the press

Media appearances

Brad Jacobson – Protect Democracy Profile. Featured in Protect Democracy
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Education
2013 - 2015
Master of Science (M.S.)
University of Washington Human Centered Design & Engineering
2009 - 2013
Bachelor's degree
Dartmouth College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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