Manager Software Deployment

John Deere; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Highly competitive base pay

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

John Deere is seeking a Manager Software Deployment to lead a global engineering team responsible for deployment platforms, OTA systems, and factory provisioning. You will translate strategy into actionable plans, manage complex initiatives, and drive software delivery pipelines with CI/CD and modern engineering practices.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-functional collaboration with product, hardware, and cloud teams, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across

Qualifications

• Leading engineering teams and delivering complex systems in scaled environments.
• Experience with embedded or cyber-physical systems (automotive/industrial/agricultural).
• Experience with software deployment infrastructure, tooling, and large-scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global, cross-functional team responsible for deployment platforms and OTA systems.
• Translate strategy into actionable plans aligned to business goals.
• Drive scalable deployment capabilities for embedded systems across factory and engineering environments.

Skills

Leadership

Embedded systems

CI/CD

Agile

Global teams

Strategy

Roadmaps

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering/CS

Tools

CI/CD tooling

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.

Primary Location: United States (US) – Iowa – Urbandale Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Manager Software Deployment – 121396 Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead a global, cross-functional engineering team responsible for deployment platforms, OTA systems, and factory provisioning
• Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with broader mission and goals
• Manage a portfolio of complex engineering initiatives aligned to business objectives and delivery commitments

Technical Delivery & Execution

• Lead development and implementation of reprogramming infrastructure and deployment tools supporting embedded systems across factory, engineering, and aftermarket environments
• Drive delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable deployment capabilities for embedded and cyber-physical systems
• Ensure software releases meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Foster adoption of modern engineering practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and observability

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Establish metrics and feedback loops to monitor deployment success, system health, and customer impact
• Manage project portfolio, resources, and budgets to deliver against business objectives
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, systems, and engineering practices

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing global engineering organization, including managers and technical professionals
• Set clear performance expectations, provide coaching, and ensure accountability for results
• Build organizational capability through development planning, training, and mentoring

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Partner closely with Product Management, Architecture, hardware, embedded, and cloud engineering teams
• Build trusted cross-functional relationships and act as a key engineering leader across the organization

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• 5 years experience leading engineering teams delivering complex systems in scaled environments
• 5 years experience in embedded or cyber-physical systems (e.g., automotive, industrial, agricultural)
• Extensive experience with software deployment infrastructure, tooling, and large-scale technology initiatives
• Strong knowledge of software delivery pipelines (CI/CD, release management, versioning)
• Proven ability to lead global, distributed agile teams and drive cross-functional alignment
• Experience developing and executing technology strategies and roadmaps
• Strong planning, execution, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What Makes You Standout

• Experience with OTA software deployment or connected device ecosystems
• Ability to drive innovation in infrastructure, deployment tools, and engineering practices
• Experience building vision and translating strategy into execution plans
• Familiarity with software-defined-vehicle (SDV) systems and service oriented or platform-based architecture
• Experience with observability, telemetry, or reliability engineering practices

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Formal Systems Engineering education or experience is a strong plus

What You’ll Get At John Deere

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 $162,240.00 – $243,348.00 Benefits Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL

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. 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. ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice 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.