Caterpillar, Inc

Principal Software Engineer - D365

Caterpillar, Inc$147K — $240K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in software development, with extensive experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (F&O and CE)
  • Proven experience in leading enterprise software projects and excellent understanding of software architecture
  • Deep familiarity with Microsoft development stack (.NET, C#, X++) and Power Platform
  • Expertise in Azure DevOps, data architecture, and SQL
  • Working knowledge of Azure microservices and integration development

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of solutions within Dynamics 365
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical strategy with business objectives
  • Implement best practices for software engineering and DevOps
  • Promote a culture of innovation and excellence within the development team
  • Stay updated with industry trends and integrate insights into strategic decisions

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Career Development and Tuition Reimbursement programs
  • Employee Assistance Program and voluntary benefits
  • Disability benefits and Life Insurance
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Job Summary:
The Principal Software Engineer, D365 will play a critical, senior role within the D365 Engineering team (a part of Cat Digital Dealer and Rental Systems), reporting to the Senior Manager Software Engineering, D365. This role will lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise solutions with focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) - Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management and Commerce with additional support on D365 Customer Engagement (CE) products. This role will serve as a technical authority, driving architectural decisions, developing complex solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally with product, integration, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and other development teams to ensure high-quality solutions and applications.

What You Will Do:
• Design, develop, and implement complex solutions within Dynamics 365
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and other engineers on technical strategy and ensure alignment with business goals and product roadmap
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering and DevOps
• Foster a development culture of innovation and excellence
• Stay current with Microsoft technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions

What You Will Have:

Software Development:
• Has participated in development of large software products, including upgrades and migrations.
• Estimates and monitors development costs based on functional and technical requirements.
• Provides consulting on both selection and utilization of developers' workbench tools.
Software Development Life Cycle:
• Describes similarities and differences of life cycle for new product development vs. new release.
• Works with a formal life cycle methodology.
• Interprets product development plans and functional documentation.
Software Integration Engineering:
• Has experience with designing data exchange interfaces to and from software product.
• Describes tools and techniques for extraction, transformation and loading of electronic data.
• Works with integrating software into the customer or partner framework and infrastructure.
• Participates in the development of technology interfaces and bridges.
Software Product Design/Architecture:
• Demonstrates experience with the architecture and design of major projects.
• Describes major software architecture alternatives and considerations.
• Analyzes benefits and drawbacks of specific software designs and architecture.

Considerations For Top Candidates:
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale enterprise software projects.
  • Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and agile methodologies.
  • Expert level experience with Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
  • Expert level experience with Microsoft development stack (.NET / C# / X++)
  • Expert level experience with Power Platform
  • Expert level experience with Azure DevOps
  • Extensive experience with Dynamics 365 Unified Pricing Management
  • Extensive experience with Dynamics 365 Inventory Visibility Service
  • Extensive experience with Dynamics 365 Commerce Scale Unit
  • Extensive experience with Dynamics 365 Dual-Write
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Fabric
  • Extensive experience with data and solution architecture
  • Extensive experience with JavaScript
  • Extensive experience with SQL
  • Working knowledge of Azure microservices and other components
  • Working knowledge of integration development
  • Working knowledge of Azure tenant and environment management


Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $240,110.00

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:
June 16, 2026 - June 28, 2026

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

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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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