Samuel Hills - Software Developer and iOS Specialist in Zurich, Switzerland

About Samuel Hills

Samuel Hills is a dedicated software developer currently completing a software development apprenticeship in financial services. With a passion that started from gaming and grew into full-stack development, Samuel specializes in iOS development with Swift and modern web applications using React, TypeScript, and Node.js.

Born in England and now based in Switzerland, Samuel brings fluent English communication skills to global software projects. His philosophy centers on the symbiotic relationship between discipline and learning, driving continuous growth in the ever-evolving world of technology.

Accessibility and Impact - Tactile Maps

Developing 3D-printed tactile maps designed to help blind and visually impaired people understand physical spaces through touch. Using custom geometry, controlled elevation, and simplified layouts to prototype affordable tactile maps from real geographic data, focused on usability, reproducibility, and accessibility.

Technical Skills

Proficient in Swift, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, Java, and Kotlin. Experienced with iOS development, web frameworks, databases, cloud platforms, and modern development workflows.

Featured Projects

A selection of public products and shipped work spanning apprenticeship software, mobile apps, wellness tools, and practical web products:

• Lehrshare - AI-powered Swiss apprenticeship platform connecting the Swiss apprenticeship community with practical tools and workflows.
• ZURI - Swiss-focused iOS social media app connecting locals and fostering community with location-based features.
• HopeTrack - Wellness and mental health tracking application with mood monitoring and progress analytics.
• Vitacalc - Smart health calculator combining BMI tracking with personalized calorie recommendations.

Storied Projects

Current public project pages cover robotics, workstation hardware, electronics milestones, and long-form writeups that connect experiments, builds, and learning over time.

Press and Media Mentions

Featured in Swiss publications including the Zuercher Unterlaender, Buelach Stadtblatt, Glattfelder App, and Dorfblatt 8192 for work in apprenticeship technology and the Lehrshare platform.

Get in Touch

Interested in collaboration, project inquiries, or discussing technology? Samuel Hills is available for project conversations, apprenticeship-related ideas, and technical discussions. Based in the Zurich area, available Monday through Friday, 9AM-6PM CET.