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Software Test Engineer - Embedded Software

Deere John Capital

Dubuque, IA · Posted October 7, 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) - Iowa - Dubuque Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Software Test Engineer - Embedded Software - 123953 Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Software Test Engineer – Embedded Software for John Deere's Construction & Forestry (C&F) division in Dubuque, IA you will:

Support a global team of Embedded Software and Electronics developers working to meet the technology demands of our customers

Execute the validation and verification processes for John Deere Construction products, with a specific emphasis on embedded software and controls.

Analyze and approve software requirements

Design and execute test plans for emerging technologies

Plan, coordinate, and perform testing on machine, in simulated environments, or on a bench

Develop test automation tools, test cases, and scripts for automated testing

Work with the system and software engineers to resolve issues found during testing

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

Demonstrated problem-solving skills to resolve technical problems such as troubleshooting software, electrical, and/or mechanical issues

Understanding of real-time embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware/software interactions

Knowledge of vehicle communication networks and diagnostics, including CAN/J1939 protocols

Demonstrated project leadership and decision making

Ability to work in a self-directed mode

Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with systems, product design, validation, and vehicle engineering teams

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 10%

What Makes You Stand Out

Experience in software testing such as unit testing, software automation, Hardware-in-Loop, Software-in-Loop, Model-in-Loop, black box, etc.

Experience with electrical hardware, software, and their interaction with mechanical systems

Experience developing tools in Python

Experience developing embedded software (design or test) including C/C++

Experience developing control systems (design or test) in MATLAB Simulink or similar

Experience with automotive/aviation/off road mobile equipment software development (design or test)

Experience with technology solutions used in the construction industry, such as grade control and GNSS, telematics, etc.

Familiarity with operating Construction, Forestry, or Ag off-road equipment

Education

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

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering with a Computer Science minor, or equivalent

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.

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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