Chris Rivers

Chris Rivers has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Chris is currently working as a Mobile Lead at Hyper, where they manage development teams for iOS and Android. Chris leads the development, deployment, and advocacy of the SpaceKit SDK, which brings spatial navigation experiences to commercial spaces. Prior to this, Chris worked as an iOS Lead at Hyper from 2021 to 2023.

Before joining Hyper, Chris was a Co-Organizer at Hacking With Swift Live, a global conference for Swift developers. Chris was responsible for organizing an inclusive and community-driven event that featured international speakers, workshops, and social activities. All profits from the conference were donated to charity.

Chris also has experience at Dyson, where they worked as an Advanced iOS Developer from 2019 to 2021 and as an iOS Developer from 2017 to 2019. At Dyson, they contributed to the development of iOS applications. Prior to Dyson, Chris worked at Future plc as a Software Engineer focusing on Apps and .NET from 2017 to 2017. Chris also served as an Android Developer and Junior iOS Developer for FutureFolio during their tenure at Future plc.

Chris started their career as a Pro Audio Sales Consultant and Tech Support at DV247/Digital Village from 2009 to 2013. Chris then worked at Avid Technology as an International Sales Administrator from 2007 to 2009. Prior to that, Chris worked at Turnkey Media Tools as a Pro Audio Purchaser from 2003 to 2006 and as a Pro Audio Sales Demonstrator from 2002 to 2003.

Overall, Chris Rivers has demonstrated a strong background in mobile development, project management, and event organization throughout their career.

Chris Rivers attended Dauntsey's School in Wiltshire from 1991 to 1998. Chris then went on to study Music Technology at Staffordshire University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1998 to 2001.