Embedded Software Engineer, Displays
Date: May 28, 2026
Location: Dubuque, Iowa, US, 52001
Company: John Deere
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.
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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque
Function: Product Engineering (CA)
Title: Embedded Software Engineer, Displays - 120793
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As a Embedded Software Engineer, Displays for JD Dubuque Works located in Dubuque, IA, you will:
As an Embedded Software Engineer for John Deere Dubuque Works, located in Dubuque, Iowa you will be part of a global team designing, developing, and delivering innovative and high-quality display software solutions. In addition, you will:
• Utilize the TDP, ISDP, and PDP processes to ensure all activities and plans are formulated and followed, in order to launch new vehicle programs into production.
• Utilize your problem solving skills to support prototype and current production machines
• Operate in an Agile software development team
• Be proactive with and collaborate on analyzing and identifying potential impact to performance and/or quality.
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
• Experience with embedded software product development
• Experience developing Linux software applications and APIs
• Experience with C++ or similar object-oriented embedded development language
• Experience with Agile software development processes
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a diverse distributed team environment
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
What Makes You Stand Out
• Experience working with display software on off-highway equipment
• Experience with Qt/QML, OpenGL
• Experience with CAN communications protocol and the J1939 standards
• Experience with technology solutions utilized in the construction industry, such as grade control and GNSS, telematics, etc.
• Experience with Ethernet protocols including TCP, UDP, MQTT, DHCP, HTTP
• Experience with real time, embedded, multi-threaded systems
• Experience or understanding of best practices for source control (e.g. GitHub, etc.)
• Experience working with a cross functional team(s) that delivered major product content to production
• Experience within an automotive, agricultural, or industrial machine setting
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, or Electrical 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.
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