For our project at the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy, imaginary institute is looking for highly motivated and diverse talent to join the team.

Candidates are required to work in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, and flexible environment and collaborate within our international and trans-disciplinary team that creates and facilitates the learning experience the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy and associated Apple Foundation Programs based on the Challenge Based Learning framework. For more information about the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy, visit www.developeracademy.unina.it/en.

The position requires general experience in the field of mobile app development for iOS, visionOS, watchOS, iPadOS, tvOS or MacOS and knowledge of the Apple technology ecosystem. Ideal candidates also provide experience in mentoring individuals and collaborating in groups from diverse backgrounds. The candidate will be involved in creating learning materials, technical demos or solutions and conducting training activities, mentoring students on their learning journey and facilitating the overall learning experience. 

Responsibilities:

• Creating learning materials and conducting activities with support of experienced trainers

• Providing hands-on design support for students in their development projects

• Providing mentorship to individuals or groups of students

• Providing constructive feedback on student artifacts and deliverables

• Writing technical/design documentation for app development related topics

• Executing daily operational tasks as required by the company

• Sharing personal experience and expertise with others

• Working independently with clearly defined deliverables

• Collaborating cross-functionally with other team members

Key qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in user interface and user experience design for mobile apps

• Knowledge of Human Interface Guidelines and other best practices for mobile app design

• Experience in visual or interaction design for the Apple technology ecosystem

• In-Depth lnowledge of UI/UX theories, design principles (e.g. typography, colors, iconography etc.)

• Extensive experience in user-centered design principles, creating user stories, prototypes, wireframing etc.

• Basic Knowledge of Swift, user interface development with SwiftUI and UIKit

• Expertise in collaborating with programmers using distributed repositories (e.g. Git)

• Experience with the Challenge Based Learning framework for learning or similar approaches

• 1+ year of job experience or formal training in a programming-related field (e.g. university, training etc.)

• Professional or personal experience in collaborating with diverse groups of people

• Ability to work in a highly-dynamic environment and collaborate as a team player

• Excellent verbal and written communication as well as presentation skills

• Proficiency in English (C1 or C2)

  
  

• BA or equivalent degree required

• Former experience as a student at the Apple Developer Academy is a plus

• Former industry experience as UX/UI Designer is a plus

• Experience in editorial writing of technical/design content is a plus

Additional Information:

The role is a temporary full-time position and is to be filled as soon as possible. The position requires on-site presence at the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy in Napoli, Italy, and the ability to work within Italy (EU citizenship or working permit required). 

imaginary institute is a powerful collective of developers, designers, transformers and imaginative thinkers. We work at the intersection of technology, design, education & innovation.

All qualified applications will be considered for the position. Applications will be reviewed as needed and until all open positions are filled. imaginary institute is happy to receive your application with a CV and Cover Letter in English at jobs@imaginary.institute or through the form below. 

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