Data Platform Lead Job at John Deere

John Deere Urbandale, IA

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, 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.


Primary Location:
United States (US) - Iowa - Urbandale
Function: Technology (CA)
Title: Data Platform Lead - 97774
Onsite/Remote:Remote Position


This position is eligible for remote work at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.


This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.

Your Responsibilities


As the Data Platform Lead and a founding member of the newest Data Platform team within John Deere's Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG), your work will be instrumental in ensuring that customer data flows quickly and correctly from John Deere machines through the backend data platform.

Your primary focus as Data Platform Lead will be to take ownership of helping pinpoint where data flow errors are introduced and designing new processes to avoid regressions.

Additionally, your status as one of the initial members of this team gives you the unique opportunity to instantly shape the team's direction, and take on greater responsibility within John Deere.

You will also:

  • Partner with our API development and Enterprise Support teams to quickly resolve customer issues
  • Develop and document technical requirements for API development, SDET, and Tooling teams to address customer issues and streamline development practices
  • Create and maintain processes to retain organizational knowledge as your responsibility increases
  • Lead regular retrospectives with the team and stakeholders to continually improve the Tier 3 support process


VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position.

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What Skills You Need


  • 5+ years of expertise in product engineering and development
  • Previous contributions as a member of an enterprise customer support team
  • Roughly a year or more of experience working with Precision Ag Data
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Tactful communication skills and the ability to negotiate

What Makes You Stand Out


  • A history of providing enterprise support in an agronomic environment
  • Deep familiarity with or a specialization in Precision Ag Data
  • Familiarity with leading and growing a team
  • 2+ years of experience in a Software Engineering or SDET capacity
  • Proficient in database management and data stream processing
  • Knowledge of CI/CD and previous application of public cloud services, particularly AWS

Education Details


  • Bachelor's degree in either Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, MIS, or related discipline, or a High School Diploma or GED plus equivalent enterprise support experience in lieu of a degree

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 and performance bonuses
  • 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


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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, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.




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