Caterpillar Inc. · 15 hours ago
Lead Software Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $205K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on innovation and building sustainable communities. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of dealer-facing applications, driving operational efficiency and enhancing user experiences.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Architect and evolve frontend systems built in React
Lead complex projects spanning across multiple system components
Assist product management with new requirements by conducting feasibility studies, leading proof of concepts (POCs), and troubleshooting larger or overarching concerns
Lead complex programming and development activities
Partner closely with backend engineering teams to design robust APIs, align on data contracts, and ensure seamless integration between frontend components and core services
Collaborate with product owners, UX researchers, and analytics teams to align technical solutions with business goals
Leverage generative AI to accelerate UI development, automate repetitive coding tasks, and prototype user flows
Showcase products and prototypes effectively
Communicates clearly with stakeholders
Mentoring and assisting software engineers, providing technical assistance and direction
Collaborate with teams across India, Slovakia, and USA to drive the condition monitoring technical strategy
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience leading software engineering projects
Expert experience developing customer facing applications using front-end frameworks, libraries (React preferred) and design patterns
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, LaunchDarkly, and agile methodologies
Strong understanding of web performance, security, and accessibility standards
Familiarity with backend services and RESTful APIs
Experience applying generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Figma AI, ChatGPT) in frontend workflows
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience in large-scale frontend development
Preferred
Architectural leadership in modular, scalable frontend systems
Demonstrated experience leading software engineering projects
Domain expertise in key areas of equipment, service, user onboarding authentication and authorization for large equipment manufacturing organization
Expert experience in overall frontend or full-stack software development
Expert experience developing customer facing applications using front-end frameworks, libraries (React preferred) and design patterns
Extensive experience coding HTML 5, CSS3, JavaScript and Web components
Solid Cloud production experience (preferably AWS) OR a higher-level Cloud training certification (e.g., AWS Solution Architect Associate)
Proven experience in many of the following: Designing, developing, deploying and maintaining software at scale
Developing software applications using relational and NoSQL databases
Application architectural patterns, such as MVC, Microservices, Event-driven, etc
Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
Deploying software using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GoCD, Azure DevOps etc
Deploying and maintaining software using public clouds such as AWS or Azure
Working within an Agile framework (ideally Scrum)
Must demonstrate solid knowledge of computer science fundamentals like data structures and algorithms
Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment
Demonstrated leadership on small to medium-scale projects impacting strategic priorities
Excellent communication and presentational skills
Master's degree preferred
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
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Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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