Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS - Cary, NC

John Deere; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K

Tuition assistance

On-site gym

Job summary

John Deere is seeking a Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS in Cary, NC. The role supports embedded OS testing and development while you finish your studies.

You will write Python tests, develop embedded C test apps, and run unit/integration tests across environments, with onsite work year-round. This is a student program with 16-20 hours/week during the academic year and 30-40 hours/week in summer; relocation not provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an engineering or CS degree program.
• Must be registered as a full-time student in a US local college/university.
• GPA 2.8 or above.
• Graduation Spring 2028 or later.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated tests for RTOS using Python and test frameworks.
• Create embedded C test applications to validate RTOS features.
• Deploy unit/integration tests across environments (virtual, hardware, hybrid).
• Refactor RTOS features into modular components.

Skills

Python

Git version control

GitHub Actions

Jenkins workflows

Collaboration with internal stakehol-?

Education

Engineering/CS degree program

Full-time student status

GPA 2.8+

Graduation Spring 2028 or later

Tools

Git

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Python testing frameworks

Job description

Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS - Cary, NC

Location: Cary, North Carolina, US, 27511

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)- North Carolina - Cary
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS - Cary, NC-125428
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, Embedded OS, Part Time Student for John Deere Intelligent Solutions located in Cary, NC, you will:

• Develop automated tests for John Deere's Real Time Operating System (RTOS) utilizing python and custom test automation frameworks
• Create test application software in embedded C to validate RTOS features
• Deploy unit and integration tests for software features in multiple environments (virtual, hardware, hybrid)
• Refactor RTOS features into modules to improve deployment efficiency

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Currently enrolled in courses towards completion of a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering.
• Must be registered as a full-time student at a U.S. local accredited college/university.
• Knowledgeable in Python or similar programming languages
• Experience with software development workflows
• Ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders
• Graduation date of Spring 2028 or later.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.
• Available to work during the academic year 16-20 hours/weekly.
• Available to work during the summer semester 30-40 hours/weekly.
• Must be able to commute to the work location in Cary, NC on a daily basis year-round.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Knowledgeable with C and python programming languages
• Familiar with git version control and GitHub Actions or Jenkins workflows
• Ability to read electronic hardware schematics
• Experience with CAN communications protocols such as the J1939 and ISO 14229 standards
• Technical experience relating to design and diagnostics of electro-hydraulic systems

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:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
• 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

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
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