Vacancy: Graduate App & Software Developer

GRADUATE APP & SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

We are looking for a graduate with knowledge and experience in all aspects of modern software development, particularly the principles and practices related to iOS App Development, to join our small team based in Inverness. The ideal candidate will also have a broad understanding of other supporting technologies and tools used in the development stack including database management, user interface (UI) design, version control and software testing.

You’re keen to get stuck into an exciting role that will challenge and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic working environment where you will have the chance to make your mark.

You’re reliable, curious, innovative, keen to solve problems, and looking for a challenge.

A BIT ABOUT US

H+I Adventures is the leading provider of guided mountain bike adventures. From our base in the Scottish Highlands we craft and deliver life-affirming MTB and E-MTB tours all over the world. We’re a small, but highly productive and innovative team, which is demonstrated by our recent purchase of an app and software platform that brings together the whole mountain biking community.

Our aim is to develop one single app that will do everything that the mountain biking community, land managers, and destination managers want it to do.

We will also develop functionality to enhance the experience of customers coming on tours with us.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Working in close partnership with our senior Android and database developers, you will help to develop the iOS version of the app, as well as user interfaces in the software platform.

You will use your knowledge and skills in app development to help deliver the objectives for the app and software platform, ensuring consistently high quality of work at all times.

Full-time

Initially one year, but with the potential to be permanent thereafter.

Based at our HQ near Inverness, but with the possibility to work from home one day a week after the initial training period.

You must have graduated in the last 4 years, i.e. no earlier than 2020.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Take a proactive and hands-on approach to all tasks
Develop the in-app user interface for all user groups using best practices and guidelines for this type of development
Work with colleagues to implement clean design that respects the platform and is on-brand
Work with colleagues to scope out and develop functionality and user interface for H+I Adventures customers
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with the app, working with the team to find optimal solutions
Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Solid experience (minimum 2 years) in iOS development
Experience with mobile development, including building responsive designs for various screen sizes and adhering to design systems
Strong understanding of different testing phases for iOS applications, including unit testing, end-to-end testing, and performance optimisation.
Knowledge of RxJava/reactive programming techniques.
Ability to find solutions to complex problems
Proficiency in integrating third-party APIs and working with networking concepts such as RESTful services and JSON/XML.
You can contribute to discussions on technical architecture and design.
You want to learn new technologies and are comfortable discussing them with your peers.

DIVERSITY, EQUALITY AND INCLUSION

At H+I Adventures we value diversity in our team, and are always looking to enhance this through our recruitment process. If the details of this role resonate with you and you think you would be a great addition to our small team, we welcome and encourage you to apply, regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, health conditions or impairments, or any other characteristic.

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

Salary: £25,000 per annum
30 days holiday per annum (including public holidays)
Personal development opportunities, including joining an H+I Adventures tour anywhere in the world (land costs covered)
Working in a fantastic, semi-rural office environment with a small and supportive team
Primarily office-based in our HQ near Inverness
3% pension contribution
Private health and travel insurance (after qualifying period)
A range of bike industry discounts (after qualifying period)

HOW TO APPLY

If you think you have the skills, personality, and experience to excel in this position, we’d love to hear from you.

Send us your CV and a cover letter clearly detailing why you are interested in this role and working for H+I Adventures, and outlining your skills and experience pertinent to the position.

Please note that we are not in a position to offer sponsorship for this role. As such, a right to work in the UK is required in order to apply.

Closing date for applications is Friday 24th January 2025 at 17:00.

If you’d like to discuss the role in advance of applying please contact Catherine Shearer on catherine@mountainbikeworldwide.com.

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