Job Description

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School of Agri-Food Technology & Manufacturing

Location:

Lincoln

Salary:

From 27,644 per annum


Please note, this post is fixed-term until 31 March 2026 and part-time at 18.5 hours per week.

Closing Date:

Sunday 05 October 2025

Interview Date:

Thursday 16 October 2025

Reference:

CHS253

Are you an experienced in supporting cutting-edge developments in agricultural robotics research? The University of Lincoln seeks a Junior Software Engineer to support our software development efforts in our Agri-OpenCore project, funded by Innovate UK, and embedded in our Lincoln Centre for Autonomous Systems, which hosts more than 300 robotics software packages.


As a Junior Software Engineer, you'll support a team developing high-quality, reusable software components for agricultural robotics. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of agri-robotics software, working with world-leading researchers and industry partners in the UK's largest Agri-Robotics Research Cluster.


You'll need:

Graduate degree or HND (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field Software engineering experience, particularly in robotics Expertise in ROS2, containerisation, and CI/CD practices Experience with DevOps practices and infrastructure management Proven track record in delivering sustainable software solutions and working in a team

Based at our Riseholme Campus, you'll have access to exceptional facilities including robotics labs, GPU clusters, and a working farm for real-world testing. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation and personal development are strongly encouraged.


In support of our commitment to developing colleagues by providing opportunities for internal movement and promotion, applications for this opportunity will only be accepted from people who are currently employed by the University of Lincoln, our current students, and any currently engaged agency workers who have been with us for more than 12 weeks. We actively encourage applications from all colleagues across the University with the relevant skills and experience.


For more information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Professor Marc Hanheide at mhanheide@lincoln.ac.uk.