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Overview

As an Assistant Software Developer within The Integrated Manufacturing Group (IMG), you’'ll deliver cutting-edge research projects spanning robotics, automation, and digital transformation. Based in The AMRC's state-of-the-art Factory 2050, our expanding team is seeking talented placement students to contribute to our diverse and growing project portfolio.

You'll collaborate with industry-leading manufacturers on initiatives involving Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), machine learning and AI, advanced automation, and HMI technologies.

Our software development teams work across the software stack from containerised backend systems of services running in kubernetes and cloud services, to adaptive front end XUI systems including state of the art AR and VR systems. You’ll be welcomed into these experienced agile development teams, helping to deliver cutting edge solutions to our partners.

We're seeking a motivated STEM student with a strong grasp of digital technology applications and a desire to learn about manufacturing environments. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain practical experience with emerging technologies while supported to contribute to projects that shape the future of UK manufacturing.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Plan and undertake software development research vital to achieve project aims, with the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Deliver a diverse range of projects, while supported by senior engineers, with ample opportunities to present findings to industrial stakeholders.
• Continuously monitor and check progress against project milestones and targets.
• Co-ordinate with industrial collaborators to agree project deliverables and update on project progress.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure all project equipment is available for set timescales.
• Work closely with the IMG team to deliver quality solutions.
• Report on project work, both written and verbally to the team and to customers.
• Ensure all processes align with The AMRC’s quality standards.
• Provide technical mentorship and assistance to other members of staff on projects as appropriate.
• Research novel technology and its application through into industry to support new technology implementation in manufacturing.
• Connect with customers to discuss Research & Development activities.
• Adhere to The AMRC’s standard methodologies for development.
• Travel as necessary to support project activities.
• As a member of staff, you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and are respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Further Information

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in April 2026. This will consist of an interview, including a brief presentation, followed by a short tour of the facility. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage on the week commencing 13th April. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact imgplacementenquiries@amrc.co.uk.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with a Technical Career route.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page:- sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates (opens in a new window).

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