Embedded Software Sr. Engineer Rust, Python

Embedded Software Sr. Engineer with Rust, Python

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When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future world builders 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.

• Design new software components for displays and connectivity control modules
• Maintain and extend existing software
• Perform code reviews for the software development team
• Review results of software unit and regression tests
• Mentor less experienced developers
• Collaborate with developers, architects, testers, and systems application engineers
• Provide Core Information software subject‑matter expertise to internal and external teams

• Technical Excellence:
  Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• 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.
• Technical Troubleshooting:
  Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.

• Solid experience with embedded software development, design, and architecture
• Desire to work in a fast‑paced Agile team environment
• Experience with GIT configuration management tool
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• Experience with scripting using Python
• Development experience with Rust
• Experience with Linux software development, including RTOS development (e.g., Free RTOS)
• Experience with Ethernet, TCP/IP, WiFi, Bluetooth low energy
• Experience with CAN, J1939, and other data link protocols
• Experience using Design Patterns and Object‑Oriented programming
• Experience with developing Unit Tests and Test‑Driven Development
• Experience using debugging tools for embedded systems (e.g., Lauterbach, GDB, Wireshark)

• The location for this position is Mossville, IL. Role is on‑site Monday to Friday.
• United States domestic relocation is available for this position.
• 10% travel is required for this role.
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

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• 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

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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