Caterpillar Inc. · 1 month ago
Senior Backend Embedded Software Engineer
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $166K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on innovation and sustainability. The Senior Backend Embedded Software Engineer will develop, design, implement, and test software for Linux-based Gen 7 Displays, ensuring system efficiency and stability while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Gather and analyze user/client requirements to create Software Requirements Specification (SRS) documents
Write and implement source code in C++ for embedded systems
Test and debug embedded system software using various tools and methods to enhance code quality and optimize system performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent field
Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements
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 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 a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
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 technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation
Experienced in supporting the project leader in developing and executing system test plans. Evaluate system documentation and user manuals for usability, accuracy, and completeness. Evaluate system documentation and user manuals for usability, accuracy, and completeness. Test system components for compliance with functional requirement and drive testing a system's ability to recover from hardware or software failures
Extensive experience in C++ within a Linux environment, working in an agile framework, and collaborating with global teams
Preferred
Proficiency in GIT, CAN/J1939, CANoe, Ethernet, Embedded Systems, and Domain Controllers. Also Docker, Lauterbach, SonarQube, Design Patterns, CI/CD, Jenkins
Has knowledge of working with Open Source libraries
Ability to interpret functional and technical requirements
Participation in technical and code reviews
Ability to lead global team and is proficient in project management as Product Owner
Preferred candidates will have knowledge of Angular, TypeScript, Figma, and Playwright
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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