Jean Malan
About Jean Malan
Jean Malan is a Senior Backend Engineer at Patchwork Health, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in software development and accounting, with expertise in Ruby on Rails, Node.js, and Vue.
Work at Patchwork
Jean Malan has been serving as a Senior Backend Engineer at Patchwork Health since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing backend solutions that support the company's healthcare initiatives. His experience in software development and engineering contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of Patchwork's technology offerings.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Patchwork Health, Jean Malan held various positions in software development. He worked as a Full Stack Developer at Samewave for two months in 2019. He also served as a Software Engineer at 2U for a total of nine months across two separate tenures in 2020 and 2021. Additionally, he was a Ruby on Rails Developer at Shuntyard Technologies from 2017 to 2018 and a Software Engineer at Superbalist.com from 2019 to 2020. Jean also founded Orderbly, where he worked for 11 months.
Education and Expertise
Jean Malan holds a Master of Science in Management & Finance from the University of Aberdeen, which he completed from 2021 to 2023. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management from the University of South Africa from 2013 to 2016. His technical expertise includes programming languages such as Ruby on Rails, Node.js, and Vue, which he has applied in various web application development projects.
Career Transition
Jean transitioned from a career in accounting to software development, aiming to create innovative software solutions for small to medium enterprises. His background includes four years as an Accountant at EMA Cape Town CC, where he also worked as an Accountant | Developer for ten months. This shift reflects his commitment to leveraging technology in business.
Interests in Emerging Technologies
Jean Malan has a keen interest in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and fintech. He is enthusiastic about exploring their potential impact on various industries and is dedicated to staying informed about advancements in these fields.