Joonas
Senior Software Engineer, Helsinki

I have always been interested in programming and computers from a very young age. I am a completely self taught programmer. So one day I decided I would apply for a developer job. Surprisingly I got the job. Now I have been in the industry for a little bit over 5 years.

I am a Senior Software Engineer. So I mostly do development work but my responsibilities are wide and I also do software architect stuff and some project managing.

I’d say my main passion is technology. Before I started work I used to code from 10 AM to 12 AM. That was crazy. I do not do that anymore. I am still passionate about technology though but I try to do that in moderation like learning some new development framework or language every once in a while. I also like powerlifting and do some boxing as well.

Boxing is fun. It is refreshing to overcome yourself physically every once in awhile when you work in an industry that is not very physical. I also like model sculpting and painting dioramas. It is very relaxing and gives me a way to express myself artistically.

In terms of the things that motivate me, I’d say technology, my girlfriend, natural beauty and general life progress motivate me. They’re the reason I get out of bed in the morning.

The last big realisation I had about myself was "Wow. I am almost 30."

Joonas, Senior Software Engineer at Eficode since 2017.