Jan Kratochvíl
About Jan Kratochvíl
Jan Kratochvíl is a software developer based in Jablonec n. Nisou, Czech Republic, currently working at Azul since 2022. He has extensive experience in software development, particularly in OpenJDK, and has held various engineering roles at notable companies including Barclays, Sun Microsystems, VA Linux Systems Japan, and Red Hat.
Work at Azul
Jan Kratochvíl has been employed at Azul as a Software Developer since 2022. In this role, he specializes in the development of OpenJDK, utilizing C++ and assembler. His work contributes to the ongoing advancements in Java technology and performance. Kratochvíl's preference for remote work aligns with Azul's flexible work culture, allowing him to operate effectively from his base in Jablonec n. Nisou, Liberec, Czech Republic.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Azul, Jan Kratochvíl held several positions in the software development field. He worked at Barclays as a Software Engineer for 7 months in 2021-2022. Prior to that, he was a Software Developer at VA Linux Systems Japan for 7 months in 2005. His career also includes a significant tenure at Red Hat, where he served as a Debugger Software Engineer for 15 years, from 2006 to 2021.
Quality Assurance Experience
Jan Kratochvíl began his career in quality assurance at Sun Microsystems, where he worked as a Quality Assurance Engineer for 10 months in 2004. This role provided him with foundational skills in software testing and quality control, which have been beneficial throughout his subsequent positions in software development.
Education and Expertise
Jan Kratochvíl specializes in the development of OpenJDK, focusing on programming languages such as C++ and assembler. His expertise in these areas has been developed through years of experience in various software engineering roles. His technical skills are complemented by a strong understanding of software quality assurance, which enhances his contributions to development projects.