Caterpillar, Inc

Data Engineer, Cat Digital Data & AI

Caterpillar, Inc$97K — $158K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of software development experience, particularly with OOP principles.
  • 4+ years experience in designing and developing applications using Python.
  • Proficient in Git version control systems for team collaboration.
  • Strong communication skills, with experience in cross-functional teams.
  • Experience deploying software using CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
  • Working knowledge of AWS services including Lambda, Kinesis, and DynamoDB.
  • Hands-on experience with GenAI tools such as GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

  • Develop Python data pipelines for creating business data objects.
  • Analyze and resolve complex application/technical problems directly.
  • Translate design requirements into engineering implementations.
  • Build and deploy CI/CD pipelines for efficient development.
  • Implement source-to-target mapping as pipeline code.
  • Conduct Unit and Integration testing to ensure quality.
  • Promote software quality standards and lead improvements within the team.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) savings plans with employer contribution.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) available.
  • Access to Health Lifestyle Programs for employees.
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
  • Opportunities for Career Development and training.
  • Incentive bonuses based on performance.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage.
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Job Summary:

As a Software Engineer on the Data Engineering team, you will be responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications.

What You Will Do:

Responsibilities of the incumbents are across functional lines with individuals assigned in new program development.
  • Competent to perform all programming, project management, and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.
  • Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution.
  • Interpreting design requirements for engineering implementation
  • Building and deploying CICD pipelines
  • Implementing source to target mapping as pipeline code
  • Responsibility for Unit and Integration testing
  • Maintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits
  • Identifies and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team.
  • Building engineering automations to improve development velocity and operational efficiency.
  • Employee is also responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.


What You Will Have:
  • Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
  • Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
  • Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.
  • Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.
  • Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.


Considerations For Top Candidates:
  • Extensive software development experience and solid working knowledge of OOP principles (typically 5+ years).
  • Experience in designing and developing software applications in Python (typically 4+ years).
  • Experience working with Git version control on medium to large teams.
  • Exceptional communication skills with experience working on a cross functional team.
  • Deploying software using CI/CD tools such as Github Actions, Azure Devops etc.
  • Experience with AWS components such as Lambda, Kinesis, Event Bridge, CloudWatch, CloudFormation, Dynamo, Fargate, S3, Sage Maker, IAM and RDS
  • Experience working with Snowflake.
  • Hands-on experience with GenAI developer tools
    Practical usage of tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude Code, or similar AI coding assistants to improve developer productivity, code quality, and delivery speed.
  • Ability to learn and adapt in a rapidly evolving space
    Demonstrates curiosity and continuous learning as GenAI tools, frameworks, and best practices evolve quickly.
  • Applied knowledge of GenAI tools in real use cases
    Proven experience applying GenAI to solve real business or engineering problems (e.g., data processing, automation, assistants, recommendations, or decision support).
  • Understanding of Lang Chain and Lang Graph frameworks.


Additional Information:

This position will be based out of our Irving, TX office.

What You Will Get:

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:
June 19, 2026 - June 25, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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