Software Developer Digital Merchandising

Description

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring a Software Developer for our Digital Merchandising team!

This position reports into our office in Champaign, IL location. Local candidates preferred. However, we may consider hybrid/remote work arrangements.

The typical pay for this position is $70,000-$90,000 annually. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected. This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range.

• Publish new apps for sale on multiple platforms. Potential marketplaces include:
• iOS App Store
• Google Play Store
• Windows Store
• Mac App Store
• Epic Games Store
• Steam
• Xbox Store
• Play Station Store
• Develop code within Horizon Hobby apps to integrate with the app store, for purposes like:
  In-app purchases (IAP)
• Connection to APIs on other services
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop effective store assets and copy
• Work with QA and Production to ensure all new features and fixes are ready for release
• Test other developers’ features and fixes as appropriate
• Exceptional candidates will have graphic design skills to design and produce product images for store pages

Required:

• Documented experience successfully publishing apps to marketplaces
• Strong proficiency with C++
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Helpful:

• Proficiency in graphic design and tools
• Familiarity or proficiency with model aviation
• Experience and/or interest in RC hobby vehicles

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• HSA and FSA options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Internal Rewards
• Discounts on Products
• Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance.

Horizon Hobby is a progressive, innovative company and, as such, is constantly reevaluating and reinventing the processes and procedures associated with each job. The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time. In addition, employees may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of Horizon.

Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected and appreciated.

Horizon Hobby, LLC is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

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