Part-Time Student - Software Test Engineer - Morrisville, 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. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. Primary Location: United States (US) - North Carolina - Morrisville Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Part-Time Student - Software Test Engineer - Morrisville, NC - 120356 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 Part-Time Student Software Test Engineer for John Deere Morrisville Engineering Lab located in Morrisville, NC, you will be: * Support the development of embedded software & scripts for increasing Software-in-the-Loop & Hardware-in-the-Loop test automation capabilities and efficiency. * Participate in innovation efforts to define the next generation of software test ecosystem, particularly with respect to embedded software/features on autonomous/semi-autonomous and battery electric vehicles. * Collaborate with Deere's electronic hardware and embedded software developer and tester community. 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 of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or equivalent embedded systems experience; others may apply. * Passion for embedded software verification/validation. * Knowledgeable with Embedded C and scripting languages. * Solid understanding of basic electronic hardware circuits. * Graduation date of May 2027 or later. * Available to work during the academic year (16-20 hours weekly). * Available to work during the summer semester (30-40 hours weekly). * Must be registered as a full-time student at an accredited university. * Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. * Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis. NOTE: Relocation assistance is not provided. ## What Makes You Standout * Demonstrated experiences with embedded software engineering and scripting. * Experience with C#, Linux, GitHub and/or DevOps practices and tools. * Ability to program using Python, Perl, JavaScript, etc. * Ability to leverage AI tools to streamline test case creation and execution automation. * Passion for electronic circuit design/troubleshooting. 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 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 * Vacation and Holiday Pay $15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level. Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL 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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