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Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - Waterloo
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Engineer, Software - 124677
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
As an Engineer, Software for John Deere Product Engineering Center located in Waterloo, IA or Moline, IL, you will:
- Deliver embedded software for electro-hydraulic based steering and braking systems on tractors to provide customers with features that add value to their operation while meeting functional safety goals.
- Become deeply knowledgeable on the features of steering and braking systems to support current product and develop future designs.
- Be part of a team that develops and delivers high quality software features for Ag Engineering Module steering and braking subsystem applications.
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
- Demonstrated technical problem-solving abilities with electro-hydraulic control systems
- Demonstrated expertise in developing embedded applications using C
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working in a team environment.
- Experience writing and reviewing software requirements.
- Experience with a software development process for embedded applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Experience with steering and braking control system design and analysis on agricultural applications
- Demonstrated experience leading Scrum teams, coordinating backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and work tracking through Azure DevOps (ADO).
- 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 in automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
- Experience using laboratory equipment such as Logic Analyzers and Oscilloscopes
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, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
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.
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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Skills Required
- Technical problem-solving abilities with electro-hydraulic control systems
- Expertise developing embedded applications using C
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience writing and reviewing software requirements
- Experience with an embedded application software development process
- Ability to work independently
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience in software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Experience with steering and braking control system design and analysis in agricultural applications
- Experience leading Scrum teams and coordinating backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and work tracking through Azure DevOps
- Experience with mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system design and diagnostics
- Knowledge of electronic circuits and components, including reading schematics and datasheets
- Experience with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols
- Experience using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with union‑represented employees retaining high‑value plans with no premiums or deductibles under the 2021–2027 agreement. Company materials also highlight broad medical options, wellness resources, and inclusive care navigation.
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k) with company match and, for many represented roles and some salaried groups, access to a defined‑benefit pension. Contract updates and company filings indicate sustained retirement programs with enhancements for covered employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation scales up to five weeks with additional holidays, and some units allow purchasing extra time off. Materials also reference paid parental and caregiver leave alongside flexible work arrangements where roles allow.
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