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Software Design Engineer
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Full Time, Employee
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IT/Software Development |
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Share ideas that shape innovation.
One of the world's great companies and an innovative leader in technology, John Deere offers an inclusive culture where teamwork thrives and performance is rewarded. It's the perfect career destination for high-level challenge and ongoing growth and mobility.
Job Description:
Software Design Engineer
Why John Deere
Imagine a tractor that knows exactly how to get the most yield from the exact, unique acre a farmer is seeding. Imagine a communication system that links a farm's tractors, combines, sprayers and cultivators to manage productivity and maintenance. Imagine it? Do it. That's John Deere Intelligent Vehicle Systems (IVS). IVS puts tomorrow's technology on the products of today. With technology that utilizes satellite-based global-positioning, John Deere's GreenStar™ Systems and StarFire™ Network guide equipment in the field and gather a wealth of data. John Deere's commitment to the advancement of product technology is evident at IVS. Never content with the status quo, the company seeks and retains the brightest minds to bring the most advanced innovations to its products. At John Deere Decision Support Services, as a Software Design Engineer you will work on projects in the design, test driven development, training, and support of GIS data processing and decision support products for John Deere customers. In addition you will: - Analyze assignments and determine engineering specifications which must be fulfilled for projects utilizing complex georeferenced data and projects involved with the agriculture value chain.
- Work closely with the customer teams to determine their needs, clarify requirements, and take projects from concept through design and testing to completion.
- Document system requirements, design, develop, code new or existing systems and test code with scripts and automated code coverage tools.
What It Takes
We need an excellent communicator, who thrives on solving problems and working in a team environment. Ideally you will have a BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or a minimum of three years of software development experience. In addition we require: - Experience in all aspects of Software Development Life Cycle and production troubleshooting, particularly in the Microsoft .Net environment.
- Experience in design and development of desktop applications using Visual Studio .NET, C# and Microsoft SQL Server.
- Experience in design and development of Graphical User Interfaces (GUI).
A strong candidate will also have an advanced degree in a Computer Science related discipline, Microsoft Certifications, GIS systems experience and a background in farming practices and farm equipment operation. What You'll Get We offer a comprehensive relocation package to help you get started on your new career path. Learn more about our Urbandale, IA location. And we remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits & rewards that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people and an ever-changing world. Make today's technology a springboard for tomorrow.
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. An Equal Opportunity Employer, John Deere requires a diversity of people, perspectives and ideas to address the complex challenges of its global business. 
Join a company that keeps you growing.
Because we are a large, global organization with many disciplines and locations, you'll have the opportunity to explore different roles. Plus, our continued growth constantly creates new advancement opportunities.
We offer compensation based on both individual and company performance, as well as total rewards package that includes an attractive 401(k), a Defined Benefit Pension plan fully paid by the company, complete health coverage, wellness programs and a variety of other benefits designed to support your success.
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