Summary
Steven Laan is a seasoned machine learning engineer and product-oriented technology lead with 14 years of experience building AI-driven solutions for banking and finance. With a Master's in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Amsterdam, he combines strong software skills in Python, Scala and Java with hands-on product ownership across ING, de Volksbank and now ASN Bank. He has a track record of moving models and analytics into production—often bridging DevOps, realtime analytics and product priorities—and concurrently freelances on data science and visualization projects. Based in the Netherlands, he pairs deep academic roots in AI education and teaching with practical delivery in regulated banking environments, making him adept at translating complex models into auditable, business-ready systems. An understated detail: he sustained parallel careers of coaching and tutoring early on, which shaped his collaborative leadership and mentoring approach.
14 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
Gymnasium, NG & NT, Gymnasium, Gymnasium, NG & NT, Gymnasium at Martinus College
Master's degree, Artificial Intelligence, Master's degree, Artificial Intelligence at University of Amsterdam
Dutch, English