Embedded Software Engineer
$86.89k - $130.33kJohn Deere
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 - Dubuque
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Embedded Software Engineer - 124505
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As an Embedded Software Engineer in the Earthmoving Embedded Software organization in Dubuque, IA, you will become a contributing member of a software engineering team, focused on the development of embedded software applications for earthmoving equipment. In addition, you will:
Design, develop, test, and debug software components used for electronically controlled systems on various earthmoving products, while complying with a defined development process and coding standards
Participate and guide Agile-based software development teams and collaborate with cross-functional product design teams developing various features, such as electro-hydraulics, powertrain, and/or operator interfaces
Perform embedded systems engineering tasking including requirements analysis, concept development, software architecture and design reviews.
Utilize software tools and electronic instruments to troubleshoot and debug embedded systems
Provide technical support to the factory, Supply Management, and Product Support during key product development phases
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
Programming proficiency in C or C++ Experience with IDEs or code editors, such as Microsoft Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code
Experience with CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins pipelines and GitHub.
Experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors and hardware interfaces
Ability to read data sheets and schematics for electronic components
Experience using software agile planning tools, such as Azure DevOps
Experience with CAN communications and UDS protocol
Experience with JDOS or Emb32 development platforms
Strong mathematical and analytical problem-solving skills
Effective communicator with teamwork experience
What Makes You Standout
Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems, such as FreeRTOS
Proficiency in Model Based Software Design, preferably Mathworks (Simulink/Stateflow/Real-Time Workshop)
Experience with compilers and in-circuit-debuggers
Technical experience with electrohydraulic or electromechanical systems
Experience developing software architecture
Experience providing mentorship/coaching to team members on various aspects of embedded software development
Strong project management skills and leadership experience
Education
Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
- Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Equivalent
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
$86,892.00 - $130,332.00 + 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.
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.
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