Research and Development

Senior Software Engineer

Job ID: 2836
Location: Hybrid, Oak Brook, IL, US

Additional Locations:
Sioux Falls, SD, US

Job Family: Research and Development
Job Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full Time

Engineering & Technical
Industrial
commercial
early-career

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About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.  

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

A Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading software development projects, designing and implementing solutions, and ensuring code quality. They also mentor junior engineers, contribute to technical strategy, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Their role involves a mix of technical expertise and leadership to drive the development of high-quality software

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and Development: Create software applications and systems that meet business requirements.
  • Coding and Testing: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, and test software to ensure it meets quality standards.
  • Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve software defects and issues.
  • Collaboration: Work with stakeholders, including project managers, designers, and QA engineers, to ensure software meets business needs.
  • Maintenance and Updates: Maintain and update existing software applications and systems.

Experience Required

  • Experienced engineer with 5+ years of career experience, with Bachelor’s degree.  3+ years experience with Master’s degree.  
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities.  
  • Capable of defining appropriate approaches and solutions.  
  • Furthers knowledge of profession through continued education and/or seeking or providing mentorship.   

Preferred Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in embedded Linux development, with strong proficiency in C, C++, and Python; familiarity with Rust is a plus. They should demonstrate expertise in multithreaded programming and a deep understanding of software architecture, including the Gang of Four design patterns.
  • Proficiency in inter-process communication (IPC) mechanisms, from high-level frameworks like THRIFT and DDS to low-level implementations such as ZeroMQ and standard Unix sockets, is essential. A thorough understanding of networking concepts, spanning high-level protocols like MQTT to foundational layers such as TCP/IP, the OSI model, and general IoT technologies, is preferred; knowledge of VLANs, cellular networking, and Azure IoT Hub is advantageous. Experience with CAN protocols, from general frameworks like socketCAN and CANutils to specific standards such as J1939 and ISO11783, is highly valued.
  • Candidates should be skilled at interpreting technical manuals for CPUs, cellular modems, WiFi chipsets, or Ethernet switches to optimize Linux distributions, with familiarity in NetworkManager and ModemManager considered a plus. Expertise in cybersecurity practices, including encryption techniques (e.g., AES, RSA), secure key management, and hardware security modules (HSMs) like those in NXP i.MX6, i.MX8, or automotive networking class processors, is highly desirable. Knowledge of specific frameworks, such as Qt for GUI development, is a bonus.
  • Candidates should be proficient with Linux debugging and networking tools, from general utilities like tcpdump and Wireshark to specialized tools such as socat, GDB, strace, oscilloscopes, or protocol analyzers. Familiarity with performance analysis and optimization tools like LTTng and eBPF is desired to build resilient and performant systems, with an understanding of data flow impacts on system performance. Candidates should also know how to enable, analyze, and leverage coredumps for effective debugging.
  • Experience with Yocto (Dunfell or newer), Ubuntu, Vim, Visual Studio Code, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and developing hardware and software testing strategies is required. Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation is preferred. Experience with NXP i.MX6, i.MX8, or automotive networking class processors, as well as Nvidia embedded SOMs, is a plus.

Pay Transparency

​The annual salary for this role is $105,750 – $141,000 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

What We Offer

At CNH, our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. From competitive compensation to flexible work arrangements and opportunities for continuous development, our benefits reflect our commitment to creating an environment where employees feel supported and empowered—both personally and professionally. We believe that when you’re given the tools to thrive, you can drive meaningful impact. At CNH, you’ll not only find the resources to succeed today—you’ll find the foundation to grow a career and build a future.

Click here to learn more about our benefits offerings! (US only)

 

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal “Know Your Rights” poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.
 

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

 

If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at narecruitingmailbox@cnhind.com.
 

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