Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Your Work Shapes the World

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators, and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure.  Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs.  Join us.

Job Summary:

Caterpillar’s Development and Process Tools (DPT) team develops and delivers system and software development applications for Caterpillar’s engineering community and customers. These applications are essential and critical to the development and support of Caterpillar's products.

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Development and Process Tools you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications that contribute positively to the Caterpillar’s product line. We are looking for talented and motivated software engineers to join our team of experts to enhance and expand our suite of solutions. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What You Will Do:

Leverage various technology stack elements including to create web-based and desktop software applications.Design and implement software features into software development tool solutions that are utilized by global engineering teams.Maintain pulse on emerging tools, software practices, and technologies to improve solution cost and quality.Collaborate with technical experts in other areas of Caterpillar to define new innovative ideas and leverage lessons learned throughout the organization.Provide technical support to global user base when required to ensure quick resolution of issues.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems

What Skills You Will Have:

Technical Excellence:

Software development knowledge in C#, JavaScript and similar programming languages.Working knowledge in software architectureWorking knowledge of CI/CD pipeline development and automated deploymentsWorking knowledge of designing and building API interfaces.Working knowledge of graphical user interface design.Applies current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in one's general area of technical competence.Helps others solve technical or procedural problems or issues.

Analytical Thinking:

Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.

Effective Communications:

Superior written and verbal communication skills.Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Teamwork:

Actively participates in team meetings.Shares information, knowledge, and experiences openly and proactively.Demonstrates open, friendly, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.

Additional Information:

The location for this position is Mossville, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

This position will require less than 10% travel.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

Competitive Base SalaryAnnual incentive bonus plan*Medical, dental, and vision coveragePaid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)401k savings planHealth savings account (HSA)Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short and long-term disability coverageLife InsurancePaid parental leaveHealthy Lifestyle ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

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Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

September 18, 2024 - September 27, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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