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Placement summary

Interested in code but fed up of just making mobile websites? Come and create some toys! Exciting opportunity for a graduate lead software developer, within our innovative team. Hippotrix specialise in digital toys and games for children and need the right person for our exciting projects. This would be ideal for a graduate desiring more creative autonomy. This is a 9 month placement with view to permanent hire, based in North Berwick, East Lothian.

Job description

Hippotrix Ltd started out doing media production and film making and we have now branched out into creating digital toys for kids. We have gained funding, in collaboration with a number of arts organisations, including Creative Scotland, to create new, artistic, fun applications for kids. Have a look at examples of our work here: http://www.hippotrix.com/apps/seasons/ We have a lively creative working environment and graduate Mobile iOS Developer will have a major contributing role in the growth of the company, through the production initially of a number of performing arts-related apps.

The main objective is to output key arts-related apps for Hippotrix clients, as well as assisting in the suite of Hippotrix digital toys. Success will be determined by output and contribution to Hippotrix growth.

As the successful graduate, you will work with the Creative Director to get up to speed on the project, and will have the opportunity to work with experienced consultants, as necessary, to give additional training. This will, however, very much be your project and you will be able to take ownership of the creative coding to bring these cheeky, fun games to life.

Key tasks will include:
Coding apps and software development
Testing code & debugging
Assisting in achieving high quality products

Qualifications

Minimum undergraduate degree in Computer Science or other relevant discipline

Skills / Experience

Relevant academic background- Computer Science or equivalent Specific skills & competencies- e.g. programming languages or software knowledge.

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of Objective-C
• Good understanding of iOS SDK and with Xcode and Instruments
• Good understanding of iTunes Connect
• Excellent object oriented design skills and experience with Core Graphics / Core Animation
• Ability to work to and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute new ideas

Ideal:

• Some experience of building iOS apps Fluency with a “deliver once, publish everywhere” engine
• Uses and appreciates a test driven development approach
• Understands Agile methodology
• An interest in early years apps
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Be part of a highly creative app development team. Work on a wide range of exciting projects. Many clients/projects are arts-based, so work is demanding but always inspiring. Training in film and animation techniques may be available if desired. Placement Benefits: As part of the ScotGrad Graduate Placement Programme, the candidate will benefit from support from the ScotGrad team and may have access to training.

Additional information

Location: North Berwick, East Lothian

Preferred start date: 14/10/2013

Company information

As an SME within the field of digital media and with long-standing relationships with many arts organisations, we can offer many benefits to graduates, including networking with key players in the arts in Scotland, opportunities to boost employability by developing new skills in areas such as animation and film media, and exposure to creative and business decision-making.

Placement contact details: Jonathan Charles
+44 7973 797220

This placement may result in a permanent employment afterwards