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2025122 -Senior Software System Engineer

John Deere
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Dec 2025
💰 $173,550/yr($163,550/yr$173,550/yr)

About the role

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, 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.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) – TX - Austin

Function: Technology

Title: Senior Software System Engineer - 2025122

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Senior Software System Engineer for John Deere in Austin, TX, you will:

 

  • Design and implement core infrastructure components and solutions to support our John Deere vehicle systems;
  • Drive integration and software development activities around infrastructure systems (embedded operating systems, reprogramming, networks, and diagnostics) into John Deere products;
  • Provide technical leadership and lead the development of proof-of-concepts and technologies;
  • Support first adopters on application of new core technologies;
  • Participate in and lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to choose new technologies;
  • Resolve system issues through analysis and its impact on hardware and software.
  • Up to 20% domestic travel required.

 

What Skills You Need

 

  • 4 years of experience in analyze, debug and test CAN-based and LIN-based vehicle networks using Vector Tools (CANoE / CANalyzer)
  • 2 years of experience in design and architect Automotive CAN Networks with multiple control units and CAN busses in a secure network
  • 6 years of experience in write software in Visual Studio environment using fluent programming skills in C, C++ and Python
  • 2 years of experience in generate detailed technical Software Systems Engineering requirements for embedded software solutions
  • 3 years of experience in design systems that adhere to the Universal Diagnostic Service (UDS) Protocol to ensure stable and diagnose-able systems
  • 6 years of experience in debug deep technical software issues on microcontrollers for embedded vehicle electronics controllers using Greenhills debugger or equivalent
  • 3 years of experience in develop drivers for EEProm and XCP Drivers in Embedded Operating System
  • 4 years of experience in develop and debug Real-time Operating Systems (RTOS) and deeply understand how it is used by vehicle control systems. Including multi-core applications

 

Education/Experience

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field plus 6 years related experience.

 

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 and performance bonuses
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance

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