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Embedded Software Engineer

John Deere
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 May 2026
💰 $112,476/yr($74,988/yr$112,476/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, including disabled & veterans.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa  - Urbandale  
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Embedded Software Engineer - 119106
 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Embedded Software Engineer for Intelligent Solutions Group Urbandale located in Urbandale, IA, you will:

 

  • Be a member of an embedded development team working to build functionality for John Deere Precision Tech related to mapping and recording work information.  
  • Collaborate with a product team and other software teams within the John Deere Tech Stack to design, build and test software for a broad spectrum of Deere equipment.
  • Learn how customers use Precision Tech and apply those lessons to future designs and features.
  • Provide product support and defect triage of those systems.

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

 

  • 1+ years of practical experience or academic project experience in embedded software development using C++, Python, Java or other Object-Oriented languages.
  • 1+ years of experience in design, development and testing software applications.
  • Exposure to network protocols and tools.
  • Understanding of real-time operating system and multi process/thread concepts.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a distributed team environment. 

What Makes You Standout

 

  • Knowledge of IoT or similar messaging protocols.
  • Experience with unit testing frameworks.
  • Exposure to different database technologies. 

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • BS Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering. 

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 susp

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