Jean Francois René
About Jean Francois René
Jean Francois René serves as the Chief Technology Officer at ScalePad, where he has contributed to the company's growth since 2016. With over two decades of experience in early-stage technology companies, he emphasizes innovation and agile development within his engineering teams.
Work at ScalePad
Jean Francois René has served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at ScalePad since 2016. He joined the company during its early stages and has played a significant role in its evolution into a widely recognized tool within the IT sector. René leads the product and engineering teams, focusing on high-velocity product development. He promotes the establishment of small, autonomous engineering teams to foster innovation and challenge established industry leaders. Under his leadership, ScalePad has developed a work culture that allows teams to design, develop, quality assure, and release new features within a single sprint.
Previous Experience at Bidou.ca
Prior to his role at ScalePad, Jean Francois René was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bidou.ca from 2010 to 2013. During his three years in this position, he operated out of Montréal. His leadership contributed to the company's strategic direction and operational management during its formative years.
Previous Experience at Liki
Jean Francois René served as the CEO of Liki from 2011 to 2016, also based in Montréal. Over the course of five years, he guided the company through various stages of growth and development. His experience at Liki further solidified his expertise in leading technology companies in fast-paced environments.
Education and Expertise
Jean Francois René has accumulated over two decades of experience in early-stage technology companies. His extensive background equips him with a deep understanding of product development and engineering management. René emphasizes the importance of innovation and agility in technology, advocating for practices that enable teams to operate efficiently and effectively.
Leadership Philosophy
Jean Francois René's leadership philosophy centers on fostering an environment where motivated developers can thrive. He actively seeks to build an agile engineering team at ScalePad, encouraging collaboration and innovation. René believes in disrupting the status quo through technology, which drives his commitment to helping partners succeed and advancing the capabilities of his teams.