Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Software Engineer: Mobile Development

Caterpillar, Inc$112K — $183K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in mobile software development
  • Proficiency in Java/Kotlin (Android) and/or Swift/Objective-C (iOS)
  • Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript for interfacing native capabilities
  • Understanding of device-level APIs including WiFi and biometrics
  • Familiarity with AI productivity tools for coding assistance
  • Knowledge of mobile platform security practices
  • Strong problem-solving attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop custom native plugins for mobile applications
  • Gather client requirements and optimize workflows via automation
  • Write, enhance, and debug source code for existing plugins
  • Implement security features like SSL pinning and encrypted databases
  • Use automated testing tools for plugin maintenance and platform integration
  • Employ AI tools to improve development process and debugging efficiency

Benefits

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

Job Description:

Job Summary:
The Senior Software Engineer performs implementation, regular problem solving, maintenance and support for the SIS2Go mobile application, primarily focused on developing and maintaining custom native plugins that bridge platform-specific capabilities to the cross-platform application layer.

What You Will Do:
  • Designing, developing, and maintaining custom native plugins (Java/Kotlin for Android, Swift/Objective-C for iOS) that expose device hardware and platform APIs to the application layer.
  • Acquiring client requirements; resolving workflow problems through automation optimization and integration with device hardware and field equipment (WiFi connectivity, mDNS, dual-connectivity, barcode scanning, biometrics).
  • Writing source code for new native plugins, and/or enhancing and debugging existing plugins for capabilities including file system operations, network management, and secure storage.
  • Implementing platform-specific security features including SSL pinning, encrypted databases, and secure keychain/keystore access.
  • Utilizing automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance of native plugin interfaces and platform integrations.
  • Leveraging AI productivity tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, AI coding assistants) to accelerate development, streamline code generation, and improve debugging efficiency.


What You Will Have:

Software Development:
  • Develops native mobile code in Java/Kotlin (Android) and/or Swift/Objective-C (iOS) to implement platform-specific functionality.
  • Writes JavaScript/TypeScript interface layers to expose native capabilities to the application.
  • Manages complex interactions between web and native layers across multiple target platforms.

Software Integration Engineering:
  • Designs and implements native bridge layers between JavaScript and platform-specific APIs on Android and iOS.
  • Integrates with external systems including OAuth identity providers and field equipment over local network protocols.
  • Develops and maintains plugins that interface with hardware subsystems (WiFi, Bluetooth, cameras, biometrics).

Software Product Technical Knowledge:
  • Configures and maintains platform-specific build configurations (Gradle for Android, Xcode for iOS).
  • Applies knowledge of mobile platform security, including SSL pinning, encrypted databases, and secure keychain storage.
  • Troubleshoots platform-specific performance issues using native debugging tools and profilers.

Software Product Testing:
  • Designs and implements test suites for native plugin layers and platform-specific integrations.
  • Validates plugin behavior across multiple OS versions and device configurations.


Considerations For Top Candidates:
  • Hands-on native mobile development experience: Java/Kotlin (Android) and/or Swift/Objective-C (iOS).
  • Familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript for writing plugin interface layers and bridging native code to the application.
  • Experience writing native plugins or SDKs that expose platform APIs to higher-level application frameworks (Capacitor, Cordova, React Native, or similar).
  • Experience with device-level APIs: networking (WiFi, mDNS), biometrics (Touch ID/Face ID), file systems, and camera/barcode scanning.
  • Experience with AI-powered productivity tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI coding assistants) to accelerate development workflows, code generation, and debugging.
  • Working knowledge of mobile platform security best practices (certificate pinning, secure enclaves, keychain/keystore).
  • Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills, with a hands-on approach to problem solving and adopting emerging technologies.


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

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
May 27, 2026 - June 14, 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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