Software Design Engineer

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) - North Dakota  - Fargo  
Function: Engineering (CA)
Title: Software Design Engineer - 104929 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change. 

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Software Design Engineer for Intelligent Solutions Group located in Fargo, ND, you will...

 

• Gather and format requirements directly from customers with assistance from others. Review and provide proper feedback about the requirements.
• Create and review innovative software designs for challenging problems with support from supervision. This includes breaking the original requirements down into the proper high level and mid range architecture and then creating detailed design notes from the results.
• Perform analysis and make recommendations and design decisions based on results with assistance from others. Review the designs of others to ensure proper application of design techniques.
• Implement software using proven programming techniques specifically for Linux systems. Solve tool suite set up problems. Solve integration issues that involve multiple software modules, code bases, and/or multiple developers. Critically review others’ software.

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position

What Skills You Need

 

• Understanding of embedded software development
• Understanding of C or other programming languages
• Understanding of microcontroller operation and memory organization
• Understanding of compilers, linkers, and locators
• Understanding Development and debugging tools (source level debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multi-meters, etc.)
• Understanding Microcontroller peripherals and systems (PWM outputs, boot loaders, A/D converters, watchdog timers, interrupt and trap functions, serial and parallel interfaces, etc.)
• Good written and verbal communications skills (English)

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Product development
• Real-Time Operating System concepts, task schedulers, and application development (Linux, OpenRTOS, Android)
• Experience with high speed and wireless communication networks (e.g. Ethernet, USB, Bluetooth, Wifi, etc.)
• Communication networks (e.g. CAN, Ethernet, LIN)
• Communication protocols (e.g. J1939, ISO11783, UDS, TCP/IP)
• Other programming languages (Python, Shell Scripting, C++, etc.)

Education

 

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

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent degree.

 

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
• 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 per