Samuel Hills – Software Developer & iOS Specialist in Zürich, Switzerland

Passionate software developer and apprentice crafting innovative solutions with Swift, React, JavaScript, and cutting-edge technologies. Based in the Zürich area, 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 & 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.

View the Tactile Maps Project

Technical Skills

Proficient in Swift, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, Java, and Kotlin. Experienced with iOS development, web frameworks, databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Firebase, Google Cloud), and DevOps tools (Docker, Git, CI/CD).

Featured Projects

A portfolio of innovative software projects spanning mobile apps, web platforms, and health technology:

  • Lehrshare – AI-powered Swiss apprenticeship platform connecting the Swiss apprenticeship community with innovative solutions.
  • ZÜRI – Swiss-focused iOS social media app connecting locals and fostering community with location-based features.
  • HopeTrack – Comprehensive wellness and mental health tracking application with mood monitoring and analytics.
  • Vitacalc – Smart health calculator combining BMI tracking with personalized calorie recommendations.

Current & Future Projects

Exploring the cutting edge of robotics with NVIDIA Isaac Sim, building next-generation robotic arm solutions with Arctos Robotics, and developing AI-powered news aggregation platforms.

Press & Media Mentions

Featured in Swiss publications including the Zürcher Unterländer, Bülach Stadtblatt, Glattfelder App, and Dorfblatt 8192 for innovative work in apprenticeship technology and the Lehrshare platform.

Get in Touch

Interested in collaboration, project inquiries, or discussing technology? Samuel Hills is available for freelance projects, apprenticeship mentoring, and tech conversations. Based in the Zürich area, available Monday through Friday, 9AM–6PM CET.