Cat Digital​/Cat Technology - Software Engineer

Career Area:

Strategy, Technology, Digital and Data

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live.

Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a mark in the software engineering field? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ready to embark on an exciting career ther you are a recent graduate or someone looking to pivot into a new career, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

Cat Digital is the digital and technology focused organization within Caterpillar, Inc. Our global team is responsible for bringing digital capabilities to Caterpillar’s world-famous yellow iron. Working with your yellow partners and Cat Dealers, we execute key components of digital and marketing portfolios, including global marketing & brand, connectivity, enterprise data, analytics and AI, equipment management, eCommerce, digital marketing, rental & used digital solutions, and aftermarket leads & insights.

Cat Technology is transforming the way our customers work – not just by building smarter machines, but by delivering integrated, scalable solutions that deliver real-world outcomes. We collaborate with partners across the enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation, which helps enhance site safety, productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Cat Technology owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

As a Software Engineering Professional, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying Caterpillar’s cutting‑edge digital platform. You will be responsible for managing your own work assignments and coordinating with team members to ensure successful project completion.

In this position, you will contribute to building a world‑class platform that supports a diverse range of digital applications. Your responsibilities will span across various functional areas, including new program development and the maintenance of existing mobile, web, and cloud systems.

You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities, have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. You will be immersed in designing rapidly developing, consistent customer‑centric, premium digital experiences. This includes product development, mobile and service applications, eCommerce and digital marketing, etc. Examples of technologies used are Java, JavaScript, Spring Boot, React, NextJS, Typescript, API authorization, AWS/Azure, etc.

• 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…