Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Deere John Capital
St Paul, MN · Posted September 23, 2026
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About the job
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) - Minnesota - St Paul Function: Technology (CA) Title: Staff Embedded Software Engineer - 124410 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer at Sentera located in St. Paul, MN , you will
Develop high-quality software for our drone and sensor platforms. You will be responsible for researching, designing, andleading integration of reliable guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) subsystems,communications, and payload management subsystems.
Duties will include managing interfaces with external partners and suppliers, enterprise data management platforms, and ground control systems.
You’ll also play a key role in implementation and management of development processes and lifecycle management of advanced, complex embedded systems.
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
• 7 or more years of experience in embedded software product development, with real-time experience strongly preferred • 2 or more years of control systems preferred, or advanced degree equivalent • Working familiarity with the PX4, Ardupilot, or similar software platforms • Working familiarity with Pixhawk or similar flight controller hardware platforms • Experience with GNSS integration into location-aware embedded products • Familiarity with the MAVLINK protocol; ROS preferred as well • High proficiency in C/C++ and Python • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, marketing) to translate customer needs into software requirements and solutions • Strong collaboration and communication skills
What Makes You Stand Out
• Experience designing scalable and reusable software architectures across multiple product lines • Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, and continuously grow your skills • Passion for building innovative technical solutions that solve real customer problems • Experience developing applications on Linux • Familiarity with common peripheral interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, USB, CAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet) • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and experience building client/server software • Knowledge of digital image processing techniques
Education
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
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
$123,804.00 - $185,700.00 + 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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