Embedded Software Engineer - Drive Systems (MATLAB/C)

John Deere; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive base pay

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

John Deere is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join tractor software teams in Waterloo, Iowa. You will develop embedded software using MATLAB Simulink and C, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the full product development lifecycle.

The role emphasizes testing across HIL, SIL, and VIL, tuning vehicle performance, and resolving issues identified in lab and field tests. A relevant engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software/engineering or related field.
• Experience developing embedded applications using MATLAB Simulink and C.
• Experience working with control systems and hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in MATLAB Simulink and C as part of a global team.
• Test software in HIL, SIL, and VIL environments.
• Collaborate with system engineers to design software meeting customer needs.
• Tune vehicle performance to meet efficiency and productivity goals.
• Analyze issues and drive resolution during lab and field testing.

Skills

Embedded software development

C programming

MATLAB Simulink

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software/Engineering

Tools

MATLAB Simulink

C

Job description

John Deere is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join tractor software teams in Waterloo, Iowa. You will develop embedded software using MATLAB Simulink and C, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the full product development lifecycle.

The role emphasizes testing across HIL, SIL, and VIL, tuning vehicle performance, and resolving issues identified in lab and field tests. A relevant engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills are required.