Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS - Cary, NC

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) - North Carolina - Cary

Function: Engineering (CA)

Title: Part-Time Student - Software Engineer, Embedded OS - Cary, NC - 113079

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 Software Engineer, Embedded OS, Part Time Student for John Deere Research & Development Center located in Cary, NC, you will:

Develop automated tests for John Deere's Real Time Operating System (RTOS) utilizing python and custom test automation frameworks

Create test application software in embedded C to validate RTOS features

Deploy unit and integration tests for software features in multiple environments (virtual, hardware, hybrid)

Refactor RTOS features into modules to improve deployment efficiency

This position is not available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need

Currently enrolled in courses towards completion of a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering.

Knowledgeable in python or similar programming languages

Experience with software development workflows

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders

Ability to work 16-20 hours during the academic year

Ability to work 30-40 hours during the summer semester

Ability to commute to Cary, NC year round on a daily basis

What Makes You Stand Out

Knowledgeable with C and python programming languages

Familiar with git version control and GitHub Actions or Jenkins workflows

Ability to read electronic hardware schematics

Experience with CAN communications protocols such as the J1939 and ISO 14229 standards

Technical experience relating to design and diagnostics of electro-hydraulic systems

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 discount programs for personal use

$15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level.

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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 suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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