Engineer, Software

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Engineer, Software - 121792  
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Platform Automation team within Ag Engineering Embedded Software located in Urbandale, IA or Waterloo, IA,  you will support technical efforts on innovative, high‑visibility projects that are transforming modern agriculture. Our team designs autonomy‑enabled software that allows farm equipment to navigate fields, plant, and harvest with minimal human intervention.

Additionally, you will:

• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and cross‑functional partners to deliver production‑ready embedded software across the full product development lifecycle. We value strong technical ownership, thoughtful prioritization, and engineers who are motivated to solve complex, real‑world problems at scale.
• Develop embedded software in C and Simulink with AI-assisted coding tools to deliver an optimized and validated customer facing automation solution
• Collaborate closely with experts developing precision Ag guidance solutions that direct a vehicle along a planned path and with experts developing drivetrain software
• Execute unit and integration testing of software in multiple environments (virtual, lab and on-vehicle)
• 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

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

What Makes You Stand Out

• Strong passion for embedded engineering and learning new technologies
• Experience with AI‑assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Copilot CLI).
• Experience with control systems design and analysis on agricultural applications
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools such as Real-Time Workshop
• Experience in automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and software test automation using ecu.test
• Experience relating to the design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems
• Knowledge of electronic circuits and components with the ability to read schematics and data sheets
• Experience with continuous integration development and automated build tools
• Experience with embedded systems tools such as emulators, compilers, and simulators
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as Logic Analyzers and Oscilloscopes 

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, Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering

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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