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Robotics Software Engineer (Python)

bayer
Ankeny, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026
Job Summary: Join an innovative team where cutting-edge technology meets agricultural research in a dynamic R&D environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to bring automated machinery to life through sophisticated software solutions. You will design and develop comprehensive systems that bridge the gap between hardware and user interfaces, creating intuitive web applications that control and monitor automated equipment. Working with a high degree of autonomy and creative freedom, you will architect databases, build robust APIs, and contribute valuable insights during product design phases. Your work will directly impact the advancement of agricultural research technology, as you develop, debug, and enhance software programs that drive automated systems. This position demands both technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, on-site environment where innovation is encouraged and your contributions will shape the future of agricultural automation. Responsibilities: • Program and control robotic systems and automated machinery • Develop web applications using Python and React for machine interaction and monitoring • Design and implement relational databases to support automated systems • Create and maintain JSON APIs for system integration and communication • Participate in product design discussions and provide technical feedback during specification processes • Develop, debug, and test software programs for automated agricultural research systems • Analyze test results and implement solutions to optimize system performance • Provide ongoing support and enhancement for existing automated system software • Document code and maintain technical specifications for developed systems Skills: • Python programming • SQL query development • Relational database design • JSON API development • React framework • Debugging and troubleshooting • Verbal and written communication • Problem-solving and analytical thinking • Vue (preferred) • Socket I/O (preferred) • CI/CD pipeline implementation (preferred) • Agile development methodologies (preferred) • Git source control (preferred) Experience: • Minimum 5 years of experience in a programming field • Minimum 2 years of hands-on Python programming experience Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of robotics, automation, and agricultural innovation. You will enjoy significant creative latitude and the chance to see your code come to life through physical automated systems. The role offers the satisfaction of working in a collaborative R&D environment where your technical expertise will directly influence product development and contribute to meaningful advancements in agricultural research technology. If you are passionate about automation, enjoy diverse technical challenges, and want to make a tangible impact through your programming skills, this position offers the perfect blend of innovation, autonomy, and purpose.

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