Jan Steemann
About Jan Steemann
Jan Steemann is a developer with extensive experience in software development and project management. He has worked at ArangoDB since 2014, contributing to its core team and specializing in query language and performance optimization.
Work at ArangoDB
Jan Steemann has been a key contributor at ArangoDB since 2014, where he currently holds the position of Senior Software Developer. He has been part of the ArangoDB core team since its initial version 0.1, playing a significant role in its foundational development. His expertise includes query language and query processing, distributed querying, and performance optimizations. Steemann is based in the Cologne Area, Germany, and has dedicated ten years to advancing the capabilities of the ArangoDB database.
Previous Experience at Globalpark GmbH
Jan Steemann worked at Globalpark GmbH in various roles from 2003 to 2011. Initially, he served as an IT Project Manager from 2003 to 2006, where he managed technology projects. He then transitioned to a Team Manager role from 2007 to 2011, overseeing team operations for four years. His experience at Globalpark GmbH contributed to his development skills and project management capabilities.
Experience at triAGENS
Before joining ArangoDB, Jan Steemann worked as a Senior Developer at triAGENS from 2012 to 2014. During his two years in this role, he enhanced his software development skills and contributed to various projects. His experience at triAGENS helped prepare him for his current responsibilities at ArangoDB.
Education and Expertise
Jan Steemann studied at the University of Bremen from 1995 to 2000, where he earned a Diplom-Ökonom in Economics. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which he applies in his software development work. His expertise in query language, query processing, and performance optimization is a direct result of both his education and professional experience.
Early Career at Universität Bremen
Jan Steemann began his career as a Student Assistant at Universität Bremen from 1998 to 1999. This role allowed him to gain early experience in an academic environment, contributing to his development skills and understanding of software applications. His time at the university laid the groundwork for his future roles in the tech industry.