2025072 Senior Robotics Engineer

John Deere; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer to innovate and enhance automation solutions in agriculture and construction. This role involves developing cutting-edge software applications using C++ and Python, while also engaging in multi-threaded applications and automated testing. The company fosters a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and exploration of new projects. With a focus on addressing global challenges, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. If you are passionate about technology and looking to contribute to meaningful advancements, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Performance bonuses

401K and Defined Contribution

Healthcare benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in C++ software application design.
• 2 years of experience in Real-Time Operating Systems.
• Experience operating large agricultural equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver automation solutions in agriculture and construction.
• Create C++ based embedded software applications.
• Conduct automated testing for embedded software.

Skills

C++ Programming

Embedded Systems Development

Automated Testing

Multi-threaded Application Development

Linux Development Environment

Python Scripting

Real-Time Operating Systems

Data Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

GDB

Valgrind

CMake

Visual Studio

QtCreator

PyCharm

Google Test

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There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Primary Location: United States (US) – IA - Urbandale

Function: Technology

Title: Senior Robotics Engineer - 2025072

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Robotics Engineer for John Deere in Urbandale, IA, you will:

• Develop, enhance, and deliver fast, efficient, and reliable automation and autonomy solutions in John Deere’s agricultural and construction industrial fields using cutting-edge digital technologies;
• Develop C++ based embedded software applications, (including modern C++ syntax, patterns, practices);
• Develop automated tests and framework for embedded software applications;
• Develop python and bash based scripts to supplement the software development;
• Interface with Linux development environment;
• Develop multi-threaded software applications;
• Data storage, analysis and management.
• Up to 20% domestic travel required.
  
  

What Skills You Need

• 2 years of experience in design, develop, and debug software for embedded systems using tools like GDB or Valgrind
• 5 years of experience in design software application and framework in C++ programming language using tools like Cmake, compiler toolchains and various Integrated Development Environments like Visual Studio, QtCreator, or PyCharm
• 2 years of experience in design, debug and analyze Real-Time Operating Systems
• 2 years of experience in design and develop multi-threaded software applications handling concurrency, task scheduling and low-level hardware interaction
• 5 years of experience in write test frameworks to perform unit testing, functional testing, integration testing and automated testing for C++ based software applications using Google Test
• 2 years of experience in ability to operate large agricultural equipment such as Combines and understand the various necessities and steps involved in agricultural harvest
  
  

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field plus 5 years related experience.
  
  

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
  
  

$128,960- $138,960 per year + Benefits

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Please apply on-line at www.JohnDeere.com/USJobs and search for Job Posting Number 2025072

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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