Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Software Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$156K — $183K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
  • 5 years of experience in Java programming and software development
  • Proven experience with Cloud technologies (AWS, Kinesis, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins)
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and structured software development processes

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and develop distributed backend systems and RESTful APIs
  • Write and implement software programming applications using agile methods
  • Acquire client requirements and resolve workflow problems through automation
  • Utilize automated testing tools for testing and maintenance
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
  • Lead the software development lifecycle from analysis to production support
  • Champion code quality, security, and software architecture best practices

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer)
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits
Full Job Description
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Job Description:

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Senior Software Engineer at its facility located at 5205 N O'Connor Boulevard, Williams Square-Corporate Headquarters, Suite 100, Irving, TX 75039. Architect, design and develop distributed backend systems and RESTful API web services using Java and Spring Boot, following microservices best practices. Design, modify, develop, write and implement software programming applications for target systems using agile methods. Acquire client requirements, resolve workflow problems through automation optimization. Write source codes for new applications, and/or generate and enhance code samples for existing applications. Utilize automated testing tools to perform the testing and maintenance. Leverage modern cloud-native technologies, drive technical decisions, and mentor junior engineers as well as ensure robust, secure, and high-performance solutions. Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle including requirements analysis, technical design, implementation, code reviews, automated testing, deployment, and production support. Integrate with AWS cloud services such as Lambda, Kinesis, API Gateway, S3, SNS, SQS and manage infrastructure as code using CloudFormation or Terraform. Optimize workflows through automation, performance tuning, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, shell scripting). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Champion best practices in code quality, security, and software architecture as well as drive adoption of Agile methodologies. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers. Participate in technical interviews and code reviews. REQS: This position requires a bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field, and 5 years of experience in Java programming, software development or a related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Software development experience (Java, Python); (2) Java 8 or higher and SpringBoot RESTful API development; (3) Using Cloud or serverless technologies and frameworks such as AWS, Kinesis, API Gateway, CloudFormation/Terraform, IAM, AWS Lambda, S3, SNS, SQS; (4) CI/CD and DevOps technologies such as Azure DevOps Code Pipeline, Jenkins, shell scripts, and an Agile software development methodology; (5) Producing software products or systems in line with product requirements using a structured methodology to deliver and manage new or enhanced software products to the marketplace; (6) Software integration processes and functions; (7) Designing, developing and maintaining interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages; (8) Software product testing; (9) Designing, planning, and executing testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements; (10) Automated testing frameworks and strategies for ensuring code quality and reliability; (11) AWS certification(s) or equivalent cloud expertise; and (12) Event-driven architectures and real-time data processing (Kinesis). Travel: None. Telecommuting: Up to 4 days/week.

Summary Pay Range:

$156,998.00 - $183,140.00.00

Compensation and benefits 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

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Senior Software Engineer / Reference # R0000379689] #LI-DNI.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
June 29, 2026 - October 28, 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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