Senior Software Engineer-Data Engineering

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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.

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., responsible for bringing world class digital capabilities to our products and services. With almost one million connected assets worldwide, we're focused on using IoT and other data, technology, advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Build the Digital Backbone of Modern Manufacturing

We’re assembling a dynamic team to develop and scale our Manufacturing & Supply Digital Platform—a next-generation software framework that transforms how manufacturing and supply operations connect, collaborate, and optimize.

This platform is not an ERP system. It’s a purpose-built digital layer that integrates data, processes, and resources across the entire manufacturing lifecycle—from design and engineering to production and distribution.

This initiative is powered by NVIDIA technologies, including the Omniverse platform and AI computing capabilities, enabling immersive digital twins, accelerated simulation, and intelligent automation. You’ll be part of a team that’s not just building software—but shaping the future of how manufacturing works through AI-driven, collaborative, and scalable digital solutions.

As part of this initiative, you’ll contribute to:

• System Integration: Seamlessly connecting diverse manufacturing and supply systems, data sources, and workflows into a unified digital ecosystem.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Harnessing real-time data collection, analysis, and visualization to deliver actionable insights and operational intelligence.
• Automation & Optimization: Driving efficiency through intelligent scheduling, predictive maintenance, and quality control—without replacing core transactional systems.
• Enhanced Collaboration: Enabling transparent communication and coordination across teams, functions, and geographies.

If you're passionate about digital platforms, industrial innovation, and working with cutting-edge technologies—this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• At least 8+ years of experience in Software engineering
• At least 3+ years of experience in Python development
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Should also have experience with Python frameworks, such as Pandas, NumPy, Django, Flask, and Pyramid.
• Experience with relational databases such as Snowflake, MySQL or PostgreSQL
• Experience with designing and developing software applications in Python for cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Equivalent.
• A solid understanding of fundamental computer science principles, including data structures and algorithms, is a must.
• Capable of thriving in high-pressure situations and delivering results within tight time constraints.
• Demonstrated passion for technology coupled with an eagerness to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Roles & responsibilities

• Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex Python applications and services.
• Mentoring and leading junior developers.
• Working with other developers to design and implement new features
• Troubleshooting and debugging code
• Deploying applications to production.
• Working with DevOps teams to ensure that applications are running smoothly.

Top candidates will have proven experience in the following

• Designing, creating, deploying, and sustaining software solutions on a large scale.
• Implementing application architectural patterns, including but not limited to MVC, Microservices, and Event-driven architectures.
• Utilizing CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GoCD, etc., for seamless software deployment.
• Deploying and managing software on public cloud platforms like AWS.
• Collaborating within an Agile framework, preferably following Scrum methodologies.

• Proficiency in managing and deploying applications using container orchestration tools, specifically ECS (Elastic Container Service). Good understanding of Docker fundamentals.
• Other AWS services like Lambda, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, S3.
• Good working knowledge on Python modules like Pandas, NumPy, multithreading, requests, etc
• Possess a solid understanding of version control systems, with a particular focus on GIT.
• Proficiency with SQL.

Good to have

• Proficient in managing diverse datastores, including Snowflake, Elasticsearch, MySQL, and Oracle.
• Well-versed in developing Snowflake procedures, tasks, and other Snowflake components.
• Expertise and experience in building Large Data Lakes and Data Warehouse (Snowflake Preferred).
• Experienced in working with message brokers such as AWS SQS and AWS SNS. Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Aurora, AWS RDS PostgreSQL.
• Proficient in utilizing batch or stream processing systems, including Apache Spark and AWS Glue.
• Familiarity with scheduling tools like Apache Airflow and Perfect.
• Skilled in developing and working with Restful APIs.
• Hands-on experience with API tools like Swagger, Postman, and Assertible.
• Advocate of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD).
• Extensive hands-on experience with testing tools like Selenium and Cucumber, with expertise in seamlessly integrating them into CI/CD pipelines.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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