About this opportunity
John Deere lists this Manager Software Deployment opportunity in urbandale, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
Primary Location: United States (US) – Iowa – Urbandale Function: Product Engineering (CA) Title: Manager Software Deployment – Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Lead a global, cross-functional engineering team responsible for deployment platforms, OTA systems, and factory provisioning
Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with broader mission and goals
Manage a portfolio of complex engineering initiatives aligned to business objectives and delivery commitments
Technical Delivery & Execution
Lead development and implementation of reprogramming infrastructure and deployment tools supporting embedded systems across factory, engineering, and aftermarket environments
Drive delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable deployment capabilities for embedded and cyber-physical systems
Ensure software releases meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Foster adoption of modern engineering practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and observability
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Establish metrics and feedback loops to monitor deployment success, system health, and customer impact
Manage project portfolio, resources, and budgets to deliver against business objectives
Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, systems, and engineering practices
People Leadership & Talent Development
Lead and develop a high-performing global engineering organization, including managers and technical professionals
Set clear performance expectations, provide coaching, and ensure accountability for results
Build organizational capability through development planning, training, and mentoring
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Partner closely with Product Management, Architecture, hardware, embedded, and cloud engineering teams
Build trusted cross-functional relationships and act as a key engineering leader across the organization
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
5 years experience leading engineering teams delivering complex systems in scaled environments
5 years experience in embedded or cyber-physical systems (e.g., automotive, industrial, agricultural)
Extensive experience with software deployment infrastructure, tooling, and large-scale technology initiatives
Strong knowledge of software delivery pipelines (CI/CD, release management, versioning)
Proven ability to lead global, distributed agile teams and drive cross-functional alignment
Experience developing and executing technology strategies and roadmaps
Strong planning, execution, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
What Makes You Standout
Experience with OTA software deployment or connected device ecosystems
Ability to drive innovation in infrastructure, deployment tools, and engineering practices
Experience building vision and translating strategy into execution plans
Familiarity with software-defined-vehicle (SDV) systems and service oriented or platform-based architecture
Experience with observability, telemetry, or reliability engineering practices
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Formal Systems Engineering education or experience is a strong plus
What You’ll Get At John Deere
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 $162,240.00 – $243,348.00 Benefits Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package
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. ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Worksite address
urbandale, IA, 50322, US
Who can apply
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