Embedded Systems Engineer — Impactful Code, Dubuque

John Deere; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

401K & retirement benefits

Healthcare benefits

Adoption assistance

Employee assistance programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan

Job summary

John Deere in Dubuque, IA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for the Construction & Forestry division. You will develop and maintain embedded software for machine control systems, deliver features and diagnostics, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery.

This onsite role requires strong C/C++ skills in real-time embedded environments. Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally is expected.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems
• Understanding of real-time embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware/software interactions
• Knowledge of CAN/J1939 protocols and vehicle networks
• Ability to debug, test, and validate software defects using structured problem solving

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for machine control systems
• Deliver software features, diagnostics, and technical documentation
• Identify and resolve software defects through testing and validation
• Integrate software solutions with cross-functional teams to support product delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git (GitHub)

Job description

John Deere in Dubuque, IA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for the Construction & Forestry division. You will develop and maintain embedded software for machine control systems, deliver features and diagnostics, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery.

This onsite role requires strong C/C++ skills in real-time embedded environments. Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally is expected.