Joyful Craftsmen

At JC, we all started around a single table. But in recent years, that’s changed. We've grown and matured. To mark our 10th anniversary, we treated ourselves to an epic party and opened a new office in Switzerland. We remain committed to continuously improving our craft, while also refining our internal processes, as we plan to grow further.

Beyond business, maintaining our unique company culture is something we care about dearly. So far, we've succeeded thanks to the very passionate people on our team. A "srdcař" is someone who truly lives our values – not just seeing them as empty words on the wall, but as a daily guide for decision-making. Every month, we organize various activities and workshops focused on one of our core values, ensuring we remember them in everything we do.

And what else has growth brought us? We have an even bigger know-how and more experts to brainstorm and exchange ideas with, and draw inspiration from. Parties with more people have something to them as well! 

When we founded Joyful Craftsmen, we all had experience from previous companies that did not suit us. We lacked a few key elements – joy in our work, professionalism, and the desire and space to grow, meaning the opportunity to constantly improve ourselves. What motivated us to start JC were two books. The first is Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship by Robert C. Martin, one of the creators of the Agile Manifesto. The second is Joy, Inc.: How We Built a Workplace People Love. Both books focus on craftsmanship and finding joy in work. As a result, our core cultural values are reflected directly in our name.

We are building a modern, smart company that is firmly based on culture, high professionalism, and excellent relationships with our clients.

Like any company, we want satisfied clients and to deliver real value. But we don’t want those to be just empty buzzwords. While happy clients are great, as data experts, we know it's even better to understand what that satisfaction actually means for each specific client. That’s why we’ve developed a detailed CX methodology that we use regularly. Our goal is for everyone in the team to see data as a tool for building stronger client relationships. This allows us to spot pain points early and provide solutions before they become problems. We want to be sure our work makes sense and delivers the exact value our clients' businesses need.

Craftsmanship is all about continuous improvement, expanding know-how, and finding smarter ways of doing things. In our previous workplaces, we were frustrated by the lack of active support for employee development. That’s why, from the very beginning, we’ve placed a strong emphasis on education. We believe that the growth of our people strengthens the entire company, allowing us to deliver the best to our clients.

We’ll give you plenty of time and budget for your development. You can attend training sessions, go to conferences, read books, take online courses, or attend lectures. You can basically grow, even during working hours. We’ve developed a detailed growth matrix so you know exactly what you need to become an expert in your field – whether you’re moving from junior to mid-level or to senior. Around each specialization, we’ve introduced "circles," with each circle having its own leader to help guide your development. In regular one-on-one meetings, you can set goals together, deciding which trainings or certifications you should focus your energy and time on.

We don’t want to be a cold, impersonal company focused solely on financial results. More than your experience, what matters most to us is how well we’ll connect. How do you know if you’ve got Craftsman blood in your veins? You’re fascinated by BI and the world of data, that’s a given. You probably have an insatiable desire to learn new things, never miss any industry news, and constantly read, excited to discuss the latest news with your colleagues.

Don’t worry if you don’t have much experience yet. Sometimes people hesitate to reach out because they feel they don’t know enough. There’s no need for that! We’re looking for anyone who wants to achieve something, isn’t afraid of teamwork, and is eager to grow. We’re the best team, and for us, the most important thing is the chemistry between us.

Our work has meaning, and it’s visible. We're still a smaller company where no one can hide, and everyone is responsible for how well or poorly the company is doing. JC is a place where your effort and initiative won't go unnoticed. If you come up with a good idea that helps your colleagues or the company, you can bet you'll find others who are eager to join you. We love debating together, and anyone with the time and experience to contribute can jump in. Life at JC is incredibly diverse because of it. Many of us wear multiple hats; you can get involved in different projects or technologies if they interest you, whether you want to broaden your expertise or just step off the beaten track for a while.

We aim to be pioneers and test new trends. When a new technology emerges or someone publishes an article outlining a fresh approach, we jump in and experiment. We’ve set aside a specific budget and time to focus on these innovations. Once a week, we hold Knowledge Sharing meetings where people share technical presentations with one another. Every now and then, we add soft skills training – like how to handle a difficult client or improve business communication for example. 

If this sounds interesting to you, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Joyful Craftsmen

Communication is the foundation of our company culture. It’s key to creating an environment where everyone can be themselves and express their opinions. Once a month, we hold an all-hands meeting where Zdeněk and other leaders present the latest results, share updates, and reflect on what went well and what didn’t. We discuss projects, clients, and what’s planned for the coming months. Every opinion matters! We regularly gather feedback and actively work with it. Some might argue that we’d be more efficient if we talked less. We disagree. This open communication is what makes JC a friendly and authentic environment. Plus, the all-hands meeting is always a great opportunity to get together, have lunch at Kantýna, or grill something on the terrace.