About the Role
Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. As a Senior Software Engineer on the Data Engineering team, you will be responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications.
Responsibilities
- Develops Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications.
- Performs programming, project management, and development assignments without close supervision.
- Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution.
- Interprets design requirements for engineering implementation.
- Builds and deploys CICD pipelines.
- Implements source to target mapping as pipeline code.
- Responsible for Unit and Integration testing.
- Maintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.
- Identifies and encourages areas for growth and improvement within the team.
- Performs other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management.
Requirements
- Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
- Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
- Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.
- Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.
- Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.
- Software development experience and solid knowledge of OOP principles.
- Experience in designing and developing software applications in Python.
- Experience working with Git version control on medium to large teams.
- Experience deploying software using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Github Actions, Azure Devops etc.
- Experience with AWS components such as Lambda, Kinesis, Event Bridge, CloudWatch, CloudFormation, Dynamo, Fargate, S3, Sage Maker, IAM and RDS.
- Experience working with Snowflake.
- Hands-on experience with GenAI developer tools.
- Experience with tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude Code, or similar AI coding assistants to improve developer productivity, code quality, and delivery speed.
- Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Skills
- Python
- OOP principles
- Git version control
- CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Github Actions, Azure Devops)
- AWS components (Lambda, Kinesis, Event Bridge, CloudWatch, CloudFormation, Dynamo, Fargate, S3, Sage Maker, IAM, RDS)
- Snowflake
- GenAI developer tools
- AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code)
Location
- Chicago, IL
- Peoria, IL
- Dallas, TX
Work Type
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Senior
Salary/Compensations
- $97,530.00 - $158,480.00
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
About the Company
- Caterpillar Inc. is 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.
- Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world.
- 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, enterprise data, analytics and AI, equipment management, eCommerce, digital marketing, rental & used digital solutions, and aftermarket leads & insights.
Equal Opportunity
- Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
