Senior Software Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,600,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Onsite five days a week

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Bengaluru is seeking a Java Software Engineer to design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality backend systems using Java and Spring Boot in an agile environment.

You'll build RESTful microservices, work with AWS cloud services, Docker containers, and modern CI/CD pipelines, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with distributed teams onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 7–9+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Onsite five days a week.
• Relocation available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate in distributed agile scrum teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Participate in CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and production support.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure coding standards and best practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

CI/CD

Docker

Agile

Testing

GitHub

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Swagger

Postman

Cloud platforms (AWS)

SQL/NoSQL databases

Job description

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.

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Role Overview

The Java Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining high-quality software solutions using modern Java-based technologies in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Participate in requirements analysis, technical design, and architecture discussions.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Perform unit, integration, and automated testing following TDD/BDD practices.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Work with DevOps and support teams to monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, build, release, and deployment processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team skill development.
• Collaborate effectively within distributed agile scrum teams.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with microservices, service-oriented architecture, and RESTful web services.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) including Lambda, ECS, S3, SNS, Kinesis, and CloudWatch.
• Experience with containerization using Docker.
• Proficiency in relational and NoSQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and Snowflake.
• Familiarity with API tools such as Swagger and Postman.
• Strong knowledge of software development life cycle and agile methodologies.
• Experience with GitHub, branching strategies, CI/CD pipelines, and modern AI-assisted development tools.

Quality & Testing

• Strong commitment to code quality, performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Hands-on experience with automated testing, unit testing, and integration testing.
• Knowledge of application performance monitoring and troubleshooting.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage timelines, highlight risks, and provide regular status updates.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7-9+ years of professional software development experience, primarily in Java-based systems.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates

October 22, 2026 - November 29, 2026

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