About Me
Joel Ambass
Swiss Software Engineer. Currently working remotely for GitHub as a Senior Engineer on Enterprise Server, previously on Actions and Packages.
- 14+ yrs shipping
- Remote since 2018
My Story
My journey into software engineering started with a curiosity about how things work. From building small projects to working on systems used by millions at one of the world's largest software companies, I've always been drawn to solving meaningful problems.
Along the way I learned that great engineering is about more than code. It's about understanding people, communicating clearly, and making thoughtful decisions under uncertainty. I care as much about how a team works together as I do about what we build.
Experience
Senior Software Engineer
2022 - PresentGitHub · Remote
Shipped across Actions, Packages, and Enterprise Server. Enabled GitHub's largest Enterprise customers to adopt GitHub Actions, drove Actions initiatives focused on supply chain security, and maintained GitHub Container Registry (ghcr.io, 1B+ requests/day). On-call for cloud and on-prem, supporting Fortune 500 and major tech companies. Promoted from Software Engineer III to Senior Software Engineer.
Software Engineer
2018 - 2022ElectricFeel AG · Remote
Part of a 3-person engineering team building and maintaining a shared mobility platform serving over 1M end-users. Focused on backend architecture, distributed systems, and feature delivery, with additional responsibilities in on-call operations, technical support, and product strategy.
Software Engineer
2016 - 201808EINS AG · Chur, Switzerland
Developed ERP and compliance management software using Ruby on Rails, Node.js, TypeScript, and Angular. Designed and implemented infrastructure and deployment solutions for diverse software architectures.
IT & Software Engineering Apprenticeship
2012 - 2016mcs engineering AG + Vocational School Chur · Chur, Switzerland
Federal Diploma in Software, Systems & IT Operations. Combining practical work experience with theoretical education: system engineering, software projects, OOP with UML, and development with .NET, Python, Ruby and C++.
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Philosophy & Values
Human-Centered Design
Technology should serve people, not the other way around. Understanding how humans think, communicate, and make decisions is the foundation of everything I do, from reading what people truly need to designing systems and solutions that fit naturally into how they work.
Continuous Learning
The field evolves constantly, and so should we. I actively seek out new technologies, patterns, and perspectives, not just to stay current but to challenge my own assumptions. Growth comes from curiosity and the willingness to be wrong.
Thoughtful Engineering
Great engineering is knowing when to move fast and when to slow down. Every decision involves trade-offs, and the best outcomes come from understanding them clearly. I focus on building the right thing the right way, adapting my approach to what the situation actually demands.
Better Together
The best solutions come from diverse perspectives. I believe in creating an environment where people feel safe to challenge ideas, share openly, and learn from each other. Strong teams are built on trust, transparency, and genuine respect for different viewpoints.
✨ I Also Have Hobbies!
Outside of work, you'll find me 📚 reading tech books, 📷 enjoying photography, or 🌿 out in nature.
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