Engineering,
without drama.
Ampersand is a small Zürich studio that's been building websites, web apps and software with founders and teams since 2019. We help you turn your idea into a real product, take care of the one you already run, or step in part-time as your tech lead — and we coach the people who'd rather build it themselves.
How we help
Six ways we work with you.
Every project is led by a senior person you can talk to directly — backed by a small, trusted network of senior freelancers we've worked with since 2019.
Rent-a-CTO
A part-time tech lead, on demand
A senior tech lead at your side a few days a week — without the cost of hiring one full-time. We help you plan what to build, review what you have, hire the right people and unblock your team.
Development
Websites, web apps, platforms — built end to end
We design, build and launch real, lasting software: from marketing websites to complex platforms, mobile apps and first-version products (MVPs). Built to be grown, not rewritten.
Monthly Support
Ongoing care for live software · WordPress & Laravel friendly
Steady monthly packages for the day-to-day care of your software: bug fixes, speed improvements, security updates and new features — including WordPress and Laravel sites. A senior team you can rely on.
Solo Builder Coaching
From idea to shipped — with AI tools, no-code or code
1-on-1 coaching for people with an idea but no clear path to ship it. We help you pick the right tool — AI builders like Lovable, no-code platforms like Bubble, or real code — unblock you when you're stuck, and keep you moving forward.
Consultancy & Audits
Project reviews, AI audits and second opinions
Project reviews, second opinions on big technical decisions, AI audits, security checks and due-diligence work. You get a clear written report and recommendations you can act on.
AI Workshops
Find the AI bet worth making
Hands-on workshops to find where AI actually helps your product, sanity-check your plans, or get the team unstuck. Half-day or full-day sessions with senior people.
Trusted by founders, brands and institutions
Got an idea? Let's see if we can help.
Tell us where you are and where you'd like to go. We'll tell you the most direct way to get there — or that we're not the right fit.
Book a free 30-min call