John Siah
About John Siah
John Siah is a Senior R&D Engineer at MoneyLion in Kuala Lumpur, with a background in software engineering and experience in developing innovative financial solutions.
Title and Current Position
John Siah is currently serving as a Senior R&D Engineer at MoneyLion in Kuala Lumpur. In his role, he focuses on developing cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance MoneyLion's financial services platform. His contributions include improving user experience and engagement through innovation and advanced technical skills.
Professional Experience at MoneyLion
John Siah has been with MoneyLion since 2019. He initially joined as an R&D Engineer and held the position for two years before being promoted to Senior R&D Engineer. During his tenure, he developed a proprietary algorithm that significantly improved the user experience on MoneyLion's platform. Furthermore, he played a crucial role in the successful launch of a mobile app feature that increased user retention by 15%. John also participated in a company-wide hackathon, leading a team that secured first place for innovative financial solutions and has mentored junior developers to enhance their skills.
Previous Roles and Freelance Work
Before joining MoneyLion, John Siah amassed valuable experience as a Freelance Android Developer at 2feet.co in Bangsar, and as a Software Engineer (Intern) at Fave. He also worked at Harvest Camasu Sdn Bhd, first as a Software Engineer (Intern) and later as a Freelance Android Developer. His roles at these companies allowed him to broaden his technical skill set and gain hands-on experience in various aspects of software development.
Education and Academic Background
John Siah earned his BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering from Nottingham Trent University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his career in software development and research and development. The comprehensive education he received equipped him with the technical knowledge and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in the field.
Technical Contributions and Presentations
In addition to his professional roles, John Siah has made notable technical contributions, including developing an algorithm for MoneyLion's platform and launching a feature that enhanced user retention. He has also shared his expertise beyond the company. John presented a technical paper on advanced machine learning techniques at a regional tech conference in Kuala Lumpur, showcasing his deep understanding and knowledge of the latest trends in the technology sector.