About Us We are Ocado Technology and we empower global grocery retailers with cutting-edge cloud, robotics, AI, and IoT. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) powers highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs), enabling efficient, single-pick online grocery delivery About the Role We are looking for a Control Engineer to join our robotics research team working on the research, design and development of sensor-guided robotic manipulation systems, in order to demonstrate the ability of novel technology in this domain to further enhance the already highly automated Ocado Smart Platform. In order to be at the forefront of what robotics can achieve we have been involved over a number of years in cutting edge robotics research projects funded by the Horizon Europe programme (e.g. SoMa, SecondHands, Sestosenso, Softenable and Intelliman) and more recently by the UK funding body the Advanced Research and Invention Agency. We are looking for candidates with expertise to enhance our ability to deliver the next generation of robotic systems that such projects help define. Participate effectively in investigating and implementing sensor-guided robotics solutions to specific automation problems. Perform mathematical modelling and algorithm development to achieve real-time sensor-guided robot motions. Develop software that implements novel and sophisticated solutions to specific robotic applications. About you Proficient in programming with C/C++ and Python with exposure to Unix shell scripting and ROS 2. Strong mathematical skills and experience of using them in the development of software A Bachelors or Masters degree Software engineering tools for continuous integration What we offer We believe in supporting our people with meaningful, flexible benefits that prioritise well-being and work-life balance. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect: Time to recharge : 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 after 5 years), plus the option to buy more – and 30 days a year to work from anywhere in the world. Health & wellbeing : Private Medical Insurance from your first month, wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP, plus Income Protection and Life Assurance. Family-first policies : 22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (after qualifying period). Financial support : Pension with employer matching up to 7%, share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE), and interest-free loans for train tickets. Commuter perks : Cycle to Work Scheme and free shuttle buses to/from Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City stations. Exclusive discounts : 15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery (starting in your first month). Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status. LI-Hybrid