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 were all about at John Deere. And its why were investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the worlds brightest minds are tackling the worlds biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, well put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - Moline
Function: Information Technology
Title: Infrastructure Engineer - 70926



As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will Implement and integrate new information technology infrastructure using approved Information Technology (IT) processes. You will be responsible for the investigation, cost analysis/justification, selection, planning, and implementation of changes to some subset of the information technology infrastructure. In addition, you will;

* Participate in review and formation of processes
* Perform as an individual contributor, but may supervise a small work team (6 or fewer members)
* Serve as an expert and is routinely involved in decision making relative to process, technology or business-related issues
* Coach and mentor team members
* Have broad contact with multiple functional and business partners on strategic business relationships and projects
* Work with suppliers in defining requirements for contracts and service levels for purchased infrastructure services

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

Proven Technical Skills and Experiences

* Applies detailed analysis to optimize Information Technology (IT) infrastructure in support of major business processes. Requiring a broad vision, works to maximize the integration of multiple infrastructure processes. (Normally requiring extensive understanding of multiple complex systems or processes and interrelated architectures.)
* Anticipates the need for, identifies, analyzes, selects, cost justifies and applies new information technology infrastructure components within a diverse environment as required to support strategic business plans and processes. Implements and optimizes the integration of new Information Technology (IT) infrastructure using approved IT processes
* Leads / facilitates / participates on projects or group meetings or teams responsible for strategic projects or projects that span two or more functional areas, identifies and pursues opportunities to leverage systems, maintains focus of team, keeps key stakeholders informed. Establishes, designs and implements project measurement techniques
* Participates as an effective and key member on multiple teams. Facilitates team building by coaching, mentoring, and providing leadership to a small number of teams. Serves as an expert teaming resource to one or more teams. Responsibility may include chartering and defining the make-up of the team
* Designs and implements complex changes which impact multiple processes and functions. These changes may be innovative solutions required for new business processes and procedures. Provides leadership in the change communication process by promoting new ways of communicating and coordinating change information
* Manages the current infrastructure to allow for maximum availability, at a minimum cost, and optimizing performance in a complex environment for multiple business processes

Interpersonal, Leadership and Teaming Competencies

* Understanding of relevant infrastructure components and operating systems and the ability to troubleshoot in those environments
* Knowledge and skills necessary to implement and maintain infrastructure components, i.e., communications, private and public network, network access security, database and information access security, middleware, computing hardware and operating system
* Understanding of computer technology processes and methodology
* Business process knowledge of assigned area(s) and/or function(s)

Education (or equivalent work experience)

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Infrastructure Technologies

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. 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. We offer comprehensive relocation and reward packages to help you get started on your new career path. Click here to find out more about our Total Rewards Package.

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.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard 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.