Sr. Robotics Engineer

John Deere

USonsite$125k-$187k/yrPosted Jul 2, 2026
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Skills

pythonc++cicdgo

About the role

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion 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.

Primary Location: United States (US) - California - Santa Clara

Function: Product Engineering (CA)

Title: Sr. Robotics Engineer - 121991

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Robotics Engineer for Automation & Autonomy Core Software, at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group, located in Santa Clara, California, you will join our team building a world class software stack to deliver our A&A tech stack solutions.

In addition, you will:

Collaborate with other embedded, robotics, and test team members across multiple Deere units to integrate BSP and software middleware into perception applications

Use a deep understanding of embedded software solutions to develop C++ services and applications for embedded Linux devices

Troubleshoot and develop package solutions that combine software ecosystems and application software into a customer deployable package

Operate in an Agile development team, providing input to design reviews within and outside your area of responsibility

Coach and mentor new and experienced engineers how to develop within and to extend established guidelines

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position.

What Skills You Need

3 or more years of experience with embedded Linux software development

Experience with BSP or middleware software

Experience in roles that required excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical staff

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

What Makes You Standout

Experience developing embedded software in C or C++

Experience in scripting languages (e.g. Python, shell, Bash, etc.)

Experience with build servers and CI/CD

Experience with computer vision and robotics concepts (RGB, infrared, and other spectrums, homography, calibration, stereovision, odometry, SLAM)

Experience with CAN and Ethernet networking communication protocols

Experience with Agile software development processes

Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and software test automation

Agricultural or construction/earthmoving industry experience

Education

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

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related discipline

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

$124,584.00 - $186,864.00 + 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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Compensation

This Robotics Engineer role pays $125k-$187k/yr. Within typical range for robotics engineer roles in United States.

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