Jilong Kan
About Jilong Kan
Jilong Kan is the Senior Director of Engineering at Flexport in Shanghai, China, with extensive experience in engineering leadership and software development across major tech companies including Amazon and JD.COM.
Current Position at Flexport
Jilong Kan is currently serving as the Senior Director of Engineering at Flexport in Shanghai, China. In this role, he oversees several critical engineering domains including Forwarding Platform, WMS, Document Platform, Transportation Compliance, Data Engineering, Product Analytics, Infrastructure, and DevX. His responsibilities entail leadership and strategic direction in these areas to drive efficiency, innovation, and performance within the organization.
Previous Roles at Flexport
Before his current role, Jilong Kan worked as the Director of Engineering, Site Lead at Flexport from 2021 to 2024 in Shanghai, China. During his tenure, he was responsible for a wide range of engineering functions and contributed to significant project deliveries and process improvements, guiding the engineering teams with his leadership and technical expertise.
Experience at JD.COM and Amazon
Before joining Flexport, Jilong Kan held the position of Director of Engineering / Principal Engineer at JD.COM for six months in 2021 in Beijing, China. He also has substantial experience from his time at Amazon, where he progressed from Software Development Engineer in Beijing to Senior Software Development Engineer in Seattle, Washington, over nearly a decade (2012-2021). His roles at Amazon included various technical and leadership responsibilities, equipping him with a robust background in software development and engineering management.
Educational Background in Computer Software Engineering
Jilong Kan holds a Master's degree in Computer Software Engineering from Peking University, which he achieved between 2009 and 2012. Prior to that, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Software Engineering from Northeastern University (CN) from 2005 to 2009. His academic qualifications have laid a strong foundation for his career in software development and engineering leadership.
International Work Experience
Jilong Kan has garnered a rich international professional experience by working in various locations including Beijing, Seattle, and Shanghai. This cross-cultural exposure has equipped him with unique insights and adaptability in diverse professional settings, enhancing his leadership and collaborative capabilities across different geographic and cultural landscapes.