Software Engineer

Career Area: Strategy, Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: 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. Launch your software engineering career while helping build the connected technologies that power some of the world's most iconic machines. At Caterpillar,   you'll   work on products used around the globe, collaborate with talented engineers, and accelerate your growth through hands-on development, mentorship, and meaningful project ownership from day one.     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.    Depending on team placement, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying Caterpillar’s cutting-edge digital platform. 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.

As a Software Engineer, you may:   Contribute to the design, development, implementation, testing, and support of AI-powered solutions that enable Caterpillar's digital platforms, customer experiences, dealer ecosystems, and enterprise business operations Identify, evaluate, and de-risk emerging technologies by creating Proofs of Technology, Proofs of Concept, and documenting the implementation patterns Designed and implemented enterprise microservices Enable API technologies and deploy Microsoft Fabric patterns while leveraging .Net skills to create AI agents Mobile and web development U ser interface and user experience design activities; including wire framing, prototyping, working with a complex design system, applying design thinking methodologies, creating conceptual designs and creating production-level designs   D evelop data pipelines code in python as well as hands on investigating and resolving software defects through code or through data modification python scripts using SageMaker notebooks Use generative AI tools to assist in efficient software development, information gathering, and defect triaging, as well as hands on development of additional generative AI tools Technologies you may use: Java, J avaScript, Python, SpringBoot, React, SQL, API's, Cloud Platforms, Generative AI, plus others       What You Will Have - Skills and Experiences     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