Engineer, Software

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive base pay

401K and Defined Contribution

Health benefits with company HSA

Job summary

John Deere in Waterloo, IA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for our Tractor Software Teams. You will develop software for drive strategy, work with experienced engineers, and contribute to the full product lifecycle on high-visibility projects.

The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering innovative solutions that balance efficiency and productivity in agriculture. Onsite in Waterloo with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience with embedded software development in MATLAB Simulink and C.
• Experience developing embedded applications and troubleshooting control systems.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills for global teams.
• Experience with testing across HIL, SIL, and VIL environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in a global team.

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 meet customer needs.
• Tune vehicle performance for efficiency and productivity.
• Analyze issues found during lab and field testing.

Skills

Embedded software development

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Testing software

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB Simulink

C

MBSD

System simulation

J1939

ISO 11783

CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols

Job description

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, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo

Function: Product Engineering (CA)

Title: Engineer, Software - 122241

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As an Embedded Software Engineer for John Deere Tractor Software Teams located in Waterloo, Iowa, you will develop software within the drive strategy team working on innovative, high visibility projects transforming agriculture. Our team is committed to designing innovative solutions that unlock customer value through balancing overall efficiency with productivity to meet customer needs. You will have the opportunity to work with experienced engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to every aspect of the product development lifecycle. We encourage our teams to take ownership of their work, prioritize their tasks, and push boundaries.

• Develop embedded software in MATLAB Simulink and C as part of a global team executing drive strategy.
• Be responsible for testing software in multiple environments HIL, SIL, and VIL.
• Be responsible for collaborating with system engineers to design software that meets customer needs.
• Be responsible for tuning vehicle performance to achieve efficiency and productivity goals.
• Analyze issues and drive for resolution of issues found during lab and field testing

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Experience with software product development through practical work experiences, relevant internships or academic experience
• Demonstrated exposure to developing embedded applications using MATLAB Simulink and C.
• Demonstrated exposure to working on and troubleshooting control systems.
• Demonstrated technical problem solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working in a global team environment.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experienced with and comfortable with using large AG equipment
• Strong passion for embedded engineering, learning new technologies, experimentation.
• Experience in Model Based Software Design (MBSD) and/or system simulation.
• Experience in automotive communication protocols such as J1939 and ISO 11783 for CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
• Experience relating to the design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems.
• Experience with continuous integration development and automated build tools.

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with equivalent 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
• 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
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$74,988.00 - $112,476.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

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