Jan Wilkens

Curriculum Vitae Jan Wilkens Curriculum Vitae of Jan Wilkens Personal Details Name : Jan Wilkens Mobile : - Date of birth : 19 October 1993 Nationality : South African Language : Fluent in English & Afrikaans Health : Excellent Driver’s License : Yes (EB) (South African) E-mail address : - Academic History Secondary and Primary Education • Nelspruit Hoërskool (2008 - 2012) Matriculation Subjects: English Second Language; Afrikaans First Language; Science; Computer Programming; Mathematics; Engineering Graphics and Design Tertiary Education • Stellenbosch University - BEng Industrial Engineering -) Key Skills • Consistently punctual • Hardworking, dedicated and driven • Engage easily with new people • Ability to take charge of situations, excellent leadership skills. • Ability to function effectively in both an office environment and in the field, completing duties timeously and accurately. • Excellent team player with the ability to effectively communicate and motivate others Employment /Work Experience Software Industry Work Experience 1. Co-founder of Appulse Solutions (2015 - 2017) Responsibilities: • Lead Android Developer (Android Studio) • Project Management • Sales 2. Product Owner at Nebula (2017 - 2018) Responsibilities: • JIRA Backlog Grooming and Story Prioritisation in an Agile Environment, • Maintaining Product Roadmap and Product Vision, • Sprint Planning, • Creating Epics, Themes and Stories based on Business Value and Client Needs, • Client Expectation Management, • Creating Detailed Specifications 3. Mobile Analyst Developer (2018 – Current) Responsibilities: • Xamarin Cross-Platform development (iOS & Android) • SQL • Microsoft products • Front-End Development • Back-End Development • C# • Scrum/Agile Engineering Work Experience 2. Betafence SA (2015) Responsibilities: Focused on factory layout optimization REFERENCE: Bianca Caldeira:-. Platinum Group Metals (2014) Responsibilities: Worked with the equipment manager to optimize production. REFERENCE: Len Backhouse:- Other Work Experience 1. Vic Wilkens Chicken Farm (2012) Responsibilities: Managing workers; Organizing Deliveries, Physical work; REFERENCE: Victor Wilkens:-. Coca-Cola Promotions (2013) Responsibilities: Setup staff at promotional event. REFERENCE: Craig Eygenberger:-. KFC Promotions (2013) Responsibilities: Setup staff and entertainment at promotional event. REFERENCE: Craig Eygenberger:-. TeachMe2 Tutor (2015) Responsibilities: Mathematics (Grade 10, 11, 12) REFERENCE: TeachMe2:- 5. Penguin Tutors Tutor (2015) Responsibilities: Physical Science (Grade 10) REFERENCE: Penguin Tutors:- Interests & Hobbies • • • • • • • Programming Dance, Guitar and Socializing with Friends. Keeping fit & healthy through regular exercise. Water sports and Snow sports Attempting new things Gymnastics & Rugby Outdoor wildlife and Adventures Cultural Achievements • • Danced in Nelspruit High school major production for 3 years (Including solo pieces in 2 Duets) Choreographed Dances for Stellenbosch University Vensters Production. Sporting Achievements & Activities Nelspruit Hoërskool: • Rugby Captain (2011 – 2012) • Cricket (2010 – 2012) • Action Netball (2010) • Hostel Rugby Team (2011 – 2012) Stellenbosch University • Residence Rugby – Metanoia, Goldfields (2014, 2016) • Maties Gymnastics (2014 - 2015) Personal Assessment I am a humble, hardworking young man, full of energy and driven to excel in what I do at all times. Punctuality, good manners and respect are very important to me; however I believe that patience is a virtue. I’m always excited to try new things and to learn new skills. I enjoy being challenged and am intrigued by puzzles and practical problems. I engage easily with authority, colleagues and clients. Over the last few years my interest in engineering and software development have grown significantly and I am excited for the opportunity to apply the principles I have learnt throughout my years of study in order to gain experience and increase my understanding of the two fields mentioned.