Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is a leading university for education and research and is investing heavily in digitisation. For our Software development team, we are looking for a senior Software Developer. Our software development team is developing and maintaining applications for education, operations and research. The team is developing in both high code languages (.NET, Blazor, Python) and in low code environments (Mendix). Microsoft Azure (containers) is mainly used to support building, deploying and running the software.
The rapid rise of AI-assisted development and AI-enabled applications is transforming how software is built and used across the university. In this role, you will help shape how these technologies are responsibly and effectively integrated into our systems and workflows. We view AI as a tool to augment -not replace - human expertise. As a public institution, we emphasize transparency, academic integrity, and responsible innovation. You will play a key role in ensuring that AI is used in ways that align with these values. In this role, seniority includes the ability to navigate and lead in an AI-augmented development environment - balancing speed, quality, and long-term sustainability.
You will be part of our central IT department with about 200 colleagues. Together, we deliver modern IT for students, researchers and staff, with a focus on digitisation, security, data and cloud. There is plenty of room for growth - WUR was named the best employer for IT specialists in 2024 for a reason.
What will you do?
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design and develop scalable, secure, and maintainable software systems;
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contribute to architectural decisions and technical roadmaps across projects;
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evaluate and integrate modern development tools, including AI-assisted coding, testing, and documentation tools, where they add value;
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provide technical leadership and mentorship to other developers;
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collaborate with researchers and faculty on software supporting teaching and research, including data-intensive and potentially AI-enabled applications;
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ensure high standards for code quality, testing, documentation, and maintainability;
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contribute to best practices around responsible use of AI, including privacy, security, and ethical considerations.
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HBO Bachelor in IT / Computer Science / Information Systems (or similar);
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strong experience in software engineering and system design;
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strong proficiency in .NET, Blazor, Microsoft Azure;
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demonstrated ability to evaluate and adopt new technologies pragmatically;
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understanding of the implications of AI in software development, including code quality, maintainability, and ethics;
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experience with, or interest in, AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, automated testing tools);
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ability to make sound technical decisions and clearly communicate trade-offs;
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experience mentoring developers and contributing to a collaborative team culture, by taking the techlead role in large high impact projects;
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fluent English, elementary Dutch.
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
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working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
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sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
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there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
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a fixed year-end bonus of 8,3%;
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excellent pension scheme.
In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. We offer, depending on your experience, a competitive gross salary of between € 4,045.- and € 7,068.- for a full-time working week of 36 hours, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (scale 11 or 12). Additionally, For this role a contract for 32 hours can be discussed. As for your contract, we initially offer a one-year contract with the intention to convert it into a permanent contract. Of course, we are happy to have a conversation with you if you have any questions about this.
Wageningen University & Research offers plenty of opportunities for growth and development, with a strong internal recruitment policy and excellent training programmes.
You will work on the greenest and most innovative campus in the Netherlands, in an international and open working environment.
Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees.
Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. If you come with a partner, we offer a Dual Career group program organized by our Welcome Center. This program helps your partner to get familiar with the Dutch culture, labour market and assists your partner to find a job.
Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, our Welcome Center can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example housing, opening a bank account or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.
For more information about the position, please contact Diana Hoogeveen, Department manager Development, via telephonenumber: +31 6-81182860 or via email: [email protected].
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Edvard Jongschaap, Sr Corporate Recruiter, via telephonenumber: + 31 317 – 489 178 or via email: [email protected].
Ready to apply?
Click on the application button next to the vacancy on our website. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.
You can apply up to and including Monday June 8th, 2026. Internal candidates are preferred to apply before Saturday May 9, 2026.
Welcome, safe, and valued
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where everyone's unique contribution adds to the success of our organization.
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,600 employees (6,700 fte) and 13,100 students and over 150,000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR and watch the video below to get an idea of our green campus!
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.
