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Engineer, Software

United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Aug 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 - Waterloo
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Engineer, Software - 122241
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As an Embedded Software Engineer for John Deere Tractor Software Teams located in Waterloo, Iowa, you will develop software within the drive strategy team working on innovative, high visibility projects transforming agriculture. Our team is committed to designing innovative solutions that unlock customer value through balancing overall efficiency with productivity to meet customer needs. You will have the opportunity to work with experienced engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to every aspect of the product development lifecycle. We encourage our teams to take ownership of their work, prioritize their tasks, and push boundaries.

You will

· Develop embedded software in MATLAB Simulink and C as part of a global team executing drive strategy.
· Be responsible for testing software in multiple environments HIL, SIL, and VIL.
· Be responsible for collaborating with system engineers to design software that meets customer needs.
· Be responsible for tuning vehicle performance to achieve efficiency and productivity goals.
· Analyze issues and drive for resolution of issues found during lab and field testing

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

· Experience with software product development through practical work experiences, relevant internships or academic experience
· Demonstrated exposure to developing embedded applications using MATLAB Simulink and C.
· Demonstrated exposure to working on and troubleshooting control systems.
· Demonstrated technical problem solving abilities
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working in a global team environment.

What Makes You Stand Out

· Experienced with and comfortable with using large AG equipment
· Strong passion for embedded engineering, learning new technologies, experimentation.
· Experience in Model Based Software Design (MBSD) and/or system simulation.
· Experience in automotive communication protocols such as J1939 and ISO 11783 for CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
· Experience relating to the design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems.
· Experience with continuous integration development and automated build tools.

Education

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

· Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with equivalent 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
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance