Part Time Student - Software Engineer - Urbandale, IA
Part Time Student - Software Engineer - Urbandale, IA
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) - Iowa - Urbandale
Function: Engineering (CA)
Title: Part Time Student - Software Engineer - Urbandale, IA - 113354
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 an Embedded Software Engineer, for the John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG-Urbandale), you will develop C++ for applications utilizing perception software, machine learning, or advanced algorithms on John Deere vehicles. In addition, you will:
- Work with other Deere units to commercialize perception solutions on platforms.
- Accelerate application opportunities that require a mix of image processing & machine learning. This position will have a focus on C++ software development for applications and integration of the advanced algorithm into the application software that runs on embedded hardware.
- Assist in building and deploying data collection kits on machine in the field.
This position is NOT available to students on immigration visas
What Skills You Need
- Ideally you will be pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in an Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering; others may apply
- Experience programming in Embedded C software
- Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university
- Graduation date of May 2026 or later
- Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
- Available to work during the academic year 10-20 years a week
- Available to work during the summer full time (40 hours per week). Exceptions will be made for planned vacation.
- Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience programming in C++ in Linux OS
- Excellent collaboration/communication skills (verbal, written, listening and presentation)
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrated experience analyzing and solving complex application problems
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