2026
Next.jsTypeScriptCloudflare
Screenshot Cleaner
A utility for sorting, deduplicating, and organizing screenshot-heavy workflows with a focused UX.
- Fast local-first flow
- Clean classification logic
- Designed for daily use
Open to relocate to Germany
Hello,
I'm Jianping Zhan
Mechanical Engineer
Building reliable software, beautiful applications, and practical AI solutions.
I bring engineering rigor, calm execution, and product-minded software delivery for teams that care about reliability, clarity, and long-term quality.
10+ Years
Engineering Experience
Systems Discipline
Military Engineering Background
Full Stack, iOS, AI
Primary Focus
Available for Software Engineer, iOS Developer, and AI Engineer roles
Professional portrait
Engineering discipline with modern software focus
Product delivery
Calm execution, modern UX, clear architecture.
AI mindset
Practical tools, not speculative demos.
Germany-ready profile
Professional, international, and engineered for trust.
Software systems
Code in public
Ready to interview
Why Me
Why Companies Hire Me
I am not only changing careers into software. I am bringing a mature engineering mindset into software teams that need dependable execution.
Engineering Thinking
10+ years solving real engineering problems with structure, precision, and responsibility.
Software Development
Build modern web and iOS applications with clear architecture and polished user experience.
AI Products
Develop practical AI-powered tools focused on workflow value instead of demos.
Fast Learning
Adapt quickly, document clearly, and become productive in unfamiliar domains.
Selected Work
Projects That Show How I Build
Each project emphasizes dependable execution, clear product thinking, and practical engineering outcomes.
2026
SwiftUISupabaseCharts
BabyPulse
A thoughtfully designed tracking app for parents who need calm, reliable logging instead of clutter.
- Mobile-first UX
- Calm visual language
- Clear data summaries
2025
OpenAIPrompt EngineeringNext.js
AI Character Generator
An AI workflow for generating consistent character concepts, prompts, and assets for creators.
- Structured prompt system
- Reusable generation flow
- Productized AI interactions
2025
ReactTypeScriptSQLite
ETF Tracker
A lightweight investment dashboard with clear summaries, historical views, and disciplined interaction design.
- Readable analytics
- Fast loading
- Simple long-term maintainability
2025
PythonData AnalysisBacktesting
Small Cap Quant Strategy
A research-driven strategy project exploring screening logic, portfolio constraints, and execution tooling.
- Research framework
- Structured metrics
- Decision support tooling
2026
Next.jsMDXTailwind
Portfolio Website
A premium multilingual portfolio engineered to help hiring managers understand my value in minutes.
- Internationalized content
- Performance-aware design
- Content-driven architecture
Engineering Journey
From Engineering Systems to Software Systems
My path is coherent: I have always been drawn to systems, reliability, and meaningful problem-solving.
2012
Bachelor
Mechanical Engineering
Built a strong technical base in systems, mechanics, analysis, and engineering discipline.
2013
Radar Maintenance Engineer
Military Engineering
Worked in a high-responsibility environment where precision, process, and reliability mattered every day.
2018
Component Verification
Quality and Testing Experience
Strengthened my attention to detail, validation rigor, and documentation quality.
2022
Software Development
Web Applications
Transitioned into software through real projects, modern tooling, and product-focused delivery.
2024
iOS Development
Mobile Products
Expanded into native app experiences with a focus on quality, usability, and thoughtful interactions.
2025
AI Applications
Practical AI Delivery
Built useful AI-powered tools aimed at workflow improvement rather than novelty.
2026
Independent Developer
Germany-Focused Career Move
Combining engineering maturity, software execution, and AI capability for software opportunities in Germany.
Technical Expertise
Focused, Practical, and Production-Minded
I prefer tools that help teams ship clearly, operate calmly, and scale maintainably.
Mobile
SwiftSwiftUIUIKitCombineXcode
Web
ReactNext.jsTypeScriptNode.jsTailwind CSS
AI
OpenAIClaudeGeminiPrompt EngineeringRAG
Cloud
CloudflareVercelDockerGitHub ActionsCI/CD
Data
SQLiteD1MySQLSupabaseREST APIs
GitHub & Open Source
How I Work in Public
I value clean commits, practical tooling, and repositories that show problem-solving instead of noise.
18
Repositories
0
Stars
0
Followers
Contribution cadence
Languages
HTMLJavaScriptPythonSwiftTypeScript
Pinned Repositories
Open GitHubWriting
Notes on Software, AI, iOS, and the Germany Job Search
I write to clarify ideas, document decisions, and show how I think through engineering tradeoffs.
Resume
A Career Story Framed for Software Teams
My resume is strongest when seen together with the projects, engineering journey, and product decisions behind it.
Target Roles
Software Engineer, iOS Developer, AI Engineer
Strength
Engineering rigor with product-oriented software execution
Location
Open to Germany relocation and international teams
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I bring engineering rigor, calm execution, and product-minded software delivery for teams that care about reliability, clarity, and long-term quality.
Experience profile
Engineering maturity with modern software focus
Interview angle
Strong systems thinker entering software with real projects
Contact
Let’s Build Useful Software
If you are hiring for a thoughtful engineer who combines systems discipline, software craftsmanship, and practical AI delivery, I would love to talk.