Caterpillar, Inc

Lead Software Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$128K — $208K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on large-scale enterprise applications
  • Proficient in MS.NET and C#.NET programming languages
  • Strong knowledge of Azure Integration Services for system integration
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Dynamics 365 CRM and Finance & Operations
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies
  • Capable of designing and executing software testing strategies for quality assurance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of developers in implementing dealer integrations
  • Oversee ERP and Dealer Integration implementations to meet specifications and standards
  • Design and modify software applications using agile methods
  • Gather and assess client requirements for automation solutions
  • Develop, write, and implement source code for applications.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation, holidays, and volunteer opportunities
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Access to health lifestyle programs
  • Employee Assistance Program for support services
  • Voluntary benefits and employee discounts available
  • Career development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus opportunities
  • Disability benefits and life insurance
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement programs.
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Job Summary:
Caterpillar is seeking a well-qualified candidate to lead the development of a Caterpillar Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) template and Dealer Integrations for our Caterpillar Dealers. The Caterpillar ERP product will be built using Dynamics 365 CRM and Finance & Operations (F&O) and aiming to improve dealer operations, enhance customer experience, and integrate modern digital capabilities. The Caterpillar ERP template seeks to transform our operations by providing our Dealers with a modern ERP and Dealer Integration that will drive operational efficiencies and effectiveness for their business.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer specializing in large-scale enterprise-wide applications. This role requires expertise to own the architecture deliverables, develop integration standards, and delivery of the product with support development teams. This position is a blend of strategic and tactical responsibilities, requiring strong collaboration between multiple stakeholders to align on a product capability and possessing operational rigor with critical attention to detail to deliver a comprehensive ERP solution and Dealer integration.

What You Will Do:

  • Team Leadership: Lead a team of 4-5 developers to implement the dealer integrations
  • Delivery and Execution:
    • Oversee the ERP and Dealer Integration implementation to ensure it meets specifications and Caterpillar quality, security and usability standards.
  • Designing, modifying, developing, writing and implementing software programming applications for target system using agile methods.
  • Acquiring client requirements; resolving workflow problems through automation optimization.
  • Writing source codes for new applications, and/or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications.

What You Will Have:

  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
  • Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
  • 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 Integration Engineering: Knowledge of software integration processes and functions; ability to design, develop and maintain interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages.
  • 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 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:

  • Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in programming languages such as MS.NET, C#.NET
  • Azure Integration Services: Expertise in integrating with Azure services such as Service Bus, API Management, Logic Apps, and Azure Fabric
  • Solution Architecting and Technical Designing: Strong skills in solution architecting, technical designing, and defining integration approaches
  • Azure DevOps and CI/CD Pipelines: Experience in managing Azure resources, implementing Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
  • Data Migration and Integration: Proficiency in data migration using tools like Scribe Insight, Scribe Online, and custom web services
  • Preferable experience in working within B2B and B2B2C organizations and integration between enterprise Finance, Supply Chain and/or e-Commerce solutions
  • Experience working with ERP systems preferred
  • Proven experience in working with a modern, enterprise integration layer or integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)
  • Experience in Agile software development environment operating at scale managing multiple concurrent teams, SAFe Agile is a plus
  • Strong leadership in working within a cross-functional organization to coordinate development, dependencies and risks for product delivery
  • Experience in Heavy Industry is a plus

 

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $208,770.00

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 not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

July 16, 2026 - July 26, 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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