Part-Time Student - Software Systems - Ames, IA
John DeereAbout 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, including disabled & veterans.
Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - Ames, IA
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Software Systems - Ames, IA - 117972
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 in Software Systems for JD Intelligent Solutions Group located in Ames, IA, you will:
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- Develop embedded software in C and MATLAB Simulink in collaboration with the team to deliver an optimized and validated customer facing automation solution.
- Design, develop, test, and debug software components used for electronically controlled systems 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
- 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 and maintain the current product and product documentation
This position is not available to students on immigration visas
What Skills You Need
- Develop embedded software in C and MATLAB Simulink in collaboration with the team to deliver an optimized and validated customer facing automation solution.
- Provide technical support and maintain the current product and product documentation
- Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering Major. Others may apply
- Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university
- Graduation date of May 2027 or later.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.
- Available to work 16-20 hours/weekly during the academic year.
- Available to work 30-40 hours/weekly during the summer semester
What Makes You Standout
- Experience in developing embedded applications using C/C++ or MATLAB Simulink.
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 disco
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