Part-Time Student - Software Engineering - Ames, IA

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  - Ames, IA  
Function: Technology (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Software Engineering - Ames, IA - 117919 
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 Part-Time Student Software Engineering for JD Enterprise Information Technology, you will:

 

• Be part of a team working for John Deere Financial Information Security, creating software and automations that support the secure development program
• Design, build, test, deploy, and operate innovative applications/solutions
• Have an opportunity to improve your engineering skills with API's, TDD, Cloud, Containerization, Python, React/JavaScript, Git, and other languages through developing applications
• Collaborate closely with other software engineers on the team 

 

This position is NOT available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need

 

• Available to work 14-20 hours/week during the academic year
• Available to work 30-40 hours/week during the summer semester
• Experience in at least one programming language: Python, Java, Javascript
• Must be able to commute to work at ISU Research Park (available on the bus route) on a daily basis year-round 
• Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a Technology related discipline; others may apply
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
• Must be registered as a full-time student at local University
• Graduation date of May 2027 or later 

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Exposure to continuous integration and continuous deployment concepts.
• Exposure to TDD practices.
• Background in networking, infrastructure, general cloud exposure, and experience with security concepts.
• Exposure to cloud concepts and AWS/Azure services.
• Knowledge of security concepts: vulnerabilities, ethical hacking, secure design.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills 

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 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 person