Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Autonomy Middleware Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$112K — $183K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Proficient in C++ with experience in software application development and debugging
  • Familiar with Linux development environments
  • Experienced in device drivers, hardware diagnostics, and communication networks like J1939/CAN/Ethernet
  • Knowledge of ROS (Robot Operating System) and core robotics principles
  • Understanding of AI concepts and methodologies
  • Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals

Responsibilities

  • Develop production-quality software using C++
  • Support requirements generation and architectural decisions
  • Create application frameworks and middleware following standards
  • Aid in the functional safety software design and validation
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve project goals
  • Work with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software
  • Manage tasks and operate test benches using Azure DevOps

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 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 opportunities
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:

Our team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As a software developer, you'll focus and collaborate with team members to develop the core autonomy development framework used in critical on-board applications at Caterpillar that provide value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. We have a fabulous team that does exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can't wait for you to join!!

What You Will Do:

The Autonomy Development Framework Developers will participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation
  • Develop production quality C++ software
  • Support requirements generation and architecture decisions and tradeoffs
  • Develop application framework and middleware while following work standards
  • Support functional safety software design and validation process
  • Collaborate with team members to execute on goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
  • Operate test benches and manage tasks using Azure DevOps


What You Have:
  • Problem Solving: Working knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational, or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Software Development Life Cycle: Working knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace. Strong understanding of software engineering principles; familiar with Agile methodologies and iterative development practices.
  • Programming: Working knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools; ability to test, write, design, debug, troubleshoot and maintain source codes and computer programs. Comfortable working with version control tools like Git.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Working knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.


Consideration for Top Candidates:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Skilled at programming in C++, with experience in developing and debugging software applications using this language
  • Experience developing in Linux environments
  • Experience in development of device drivers, hardware diagnostics, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initialization, & communication networks such as J1939/CAN/Ethernet
  • Experience with industry-standard tools such as Git, GitHub, and Azure for version control, collaboration, and cloud services
  • Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) development; Familiarization with core robotics principles
  • Working knowledge of the concepts, technologies, and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals


Additional Information:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office.
  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is available with this position.
  • This position will require up to 10% travel
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Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $183,140.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:
June 16, 2026 - June 29, 2026

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

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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