Finnos: An open and creative workplace

Meaningful work in an important field

Essi Rautasalo works in Finnos's development department, focusing on the post-processing of data generated by scanners. When a log passes through a Finnos scanner, a vast amount of data is collected. Essi's role as a software developer is to figure out how to use algorithms to calculate key results for each customer from this data. This ensures that the sawmill's raw material is utilized as efficiently as possible, minimizing waste. Solutions are often brainstormed and discussed within the team, but the day-to-day work is largely carried out independently through remote work. The work of a computational software developer involves mathematics, processing data and algorithms, testing, and finding suitable computational methods.

The best part of the job is solving challenging problems, both individually and as part of a team. It's motivating to see how one's own contribution directly benefits the client, and it's meaningful to be involved in important work in a significant field. It's also great to have a support network of skilled people around you., He tells.

The lumber industry was once an unfamiliar field for Essi before Finnos, but she has found a spark of interest in it too. Essi was well-introduced to the field and, for example, got to visit a sawmill to see how log sorting works in practice.

What sets Finnos apart from other companies in the industry?

Essi started at Finnos in 2018 as a summer intern. She heard about the job opportunity through LUT University, where she was studying technical mathematics and intelligent computing. Essi continued working at Finnos after her summer internship and is now employed as a full-time software developer.

Over five years at Finnos, Essi has witnessed the company's growth and development. According to Essi, Finnos stands out from the crowd as an industry pioneer, and the company's greatest strength is its open communication.

Just like in math, this field requires openness and creativity. At Finno, we don't get stuck in traditional formulas, but constantly seek new ways to utilize the latest technology. We look at the big picture, and proceed boldly with that in mind., She answers.

Finnos's success is also supported by a skilled work team and a flexible work culture. The work culture encourages creativity – if you need your own space, you can have it. On the other hand, help is always available, and team members support each other. Solutions are often brainstormed together, but there's no need to stress about unnecessary meeting marathons. Essi also recommends Finnos to others.

Here you can do interesting work and learn new things. Because Finnos is at the forefront of development, working here also ensures that you don't fall behind in technological advancements yourself., Rautasalo states.