For our project at the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy, the 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, 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 is expected to support students in their development projects and work alongside experienced Mentors to support them in mentoring students on their learning and facilitating the overall learning experience.

Responsabilities:

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

• Supporting experienced team members in the labs on operational tasks

• Providing mentorship to individuals or groups of students

• Providing constructive feedback on student artifacts and deliverables

• 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:

• Knowledge of Swift and optionally other programming languages

• Expertise in computational thinking and advanced programming logic

• Experience in app development for the Apple technology ecosystem

• Expertise in development of user interfaces with SwiftUI and UIKit

• Knowledge of the Human Interface Guidelines for Apple Platforms

• Expertise in development of concurrent code, API integrations etc.

• Knowledge of building and deploying software with Xcode and 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)

• BS or equivalent degree desired, but not required

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

• Experience in editorial writing of technical 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. 

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