Senior Java Developer

Caterpillar Brazil; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Chennai, India, is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join multi-disciplinary teams delivering MineStar software solutions.

You will design, build and maintain Java-based applications, and collaborate across Product, Engineering and Quality to deliver high-value software for enterprise customers. The role requires 7+ years of hands-on development, strong Java/Spring experience, and a track record in microservices and cloud-based web applications, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant commercial development experience.
• Experience implementing microservices and distributed architectures.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Spring, Spring Boot and cloud-based web apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain Java-based applications for the MineStar ecosystem.
• Produce clean, well-tested code with automated tests and documentation.
• Work with the scrum team from refinement to release.
• Contribute to solution design and architectural decisions.
• Participate in code and design reviews to improve quality and reliability.
• Own technical outcomes, communicating progress, risks and dependencies.
• Mentor engineers and support hiring and capability uplift.
• Support production operations by monitoring, troubleshooting and fixes.

Skills

Microservices architecture

Database design

Cloud web apps

Build & test tools

RESTful APIs

Java

Spring/Spring Boot

Python

Security principles

Analytical skills

Job description

Career Area: Engineering Job Description: 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.

Caterpillar products generate and process large amounts of data from sensors, on-board models, and control algorithms in real-time creating real-world machine usage information. As part of the overall digital strategy Caterpillar has developed an integrated family of machine-based information technology products that interconnect machines to provide real time guidance, tracking, monitoring and supervisory control of the operational mining fleet. This family of products is branded MineStar. The MineStar product range links with other mining and business information systems and is an integral part of the Mining Technology Enabled Solutions vision.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Java Developer to join our multi-disciplinary delivery teams that deliver world class mining software solutions. The Java Developer will be responsible for developing software within a high performing, self-managing and dynamic team, delivering high-value software for our enterprise customers.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain Java-based applications and services that support Caterpillar’s MineStar ecosystem.
• Produce clean, well-tested, maintainable code aligned to agreed standards, with quality, security and resilience built in, and with appropriate automated tests, reviews and documentation.
• Work with the scrum team to deliver features end-to-end, from refinement and estimation through to implementation, testing and release.
• Contribute to solution design and technical decision-making for complex problems, creating clear design artefacts to support delivery and ongoing support.
• Participate in code and design reviews, promoting engineering standards and continuous improvement in quality, performance and reliability.
• Take ownership of assigned technical outcomes, communicating progress, risks and dependencies and helping the team deliver predictably.
• Partner with Product, Engineering and Quality Engineering to clarify requirements, align on acceptance criteria and incorporate feedback.
• Support production operations by monitoring services, troubleshooting incidents, performing root-cause analysis and implementing sustainable fixes.
• Mentor and support other engineers through pairing, coaching and knowledge sharing; contribute to hiring and capability uplift as needed.

Experience required

• 7+ years of relevant commercial development experience

Skills required

• A commercial experience of implementing Microservices and distributed architecture
• Modern database design and technologies
• Web applications on cloud infrastructure
• Build, test, and dependency management tools
• Restful APIs
• Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Python
• Willingness to learn and consistent approach to self-development and improvement
• Willingness to take on-board and provide feedback to colleagues, junior staff, and leaders
• Strong analytical, design and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage your own time and agreed priorities
• Experience with modern security principles and technologies

Posting Dates: September 2, 2026 - September 15, 2026

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

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.