Caterpillar Inc. · 1 month ago
Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $166K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating sustainable communities through innovation and technology. The Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer will develop cybersecurity solutions for various product lines, ensuring the security of onboard network systems and remote connectivity. This role involves designing and testing software while collaborating with multiple teams to enhance cybersecurity capabilities.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop, configure, and test our security-enabling software that targets a wide range of scopes, including full-stack ECU component software, system-wide onboard security software, offboard internal development tools, and ECU supplier manufacturing tools
Participate in iterative development and fast delivery of features utilizing up-to-date technologies and practices like Linux, Python, C/C++, Agile, and emergent design
Design & Document Cybersecurity features
Develop Embedded Cybersecurity software solutions that will be implemented in C/C++, Rust, and Python languages
Validate Embedded Cybersecurity software features used across Caterpillar’s product line
Knowledge and capability to identify Cybersecurity software risks
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project
Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels
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
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
Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements
Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation
Preferred
4-year degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong people interaction, teamwork, communication, and computer skills are required
The candidate must be detail oriented and a proven “self starter,” with a strong record of achievement and results
Solid experience with communication networks including Ethernet, J1939 Proprietary, Cat Data Link, and various data link protocols
Extensive experience with design and development process of Data Link Communication Protocols
Desire to work in a fast-paced Agile team environment
Experience in Cybersecurity
Experience with GIT configuration management tool
Ability to read electrical schematics
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)
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
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
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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