Technical Lead Architect – Core Information Software (C++, Embedded Linux)

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Chennai District; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Technical Lead Architect to steer architecture, design, and development across Telematics and Core Information Software platforms.

You will stay hands-on in coding while guiding multiple teams toward scalable, high-performance solutions. We value deep expertise in modern C++, Embedded Linux, and distributed systems, with strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems or related field.
• 14+ years of software development experience with Telematics, Connected Systems or Embedded Software.
• Strong hands-on C/C++ with Linux expertise and distributed architectures.
• Experience leading architecture, design reviews, and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive software architecture for Telematics and Core Information platforms.
• Lead technical design, architecture reviews, and engineering best practices.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable software using C++ and Python.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to multiple teams.
• Design middleware using MQTT, ROS2, and gRPC; ensure reliable communications.
• Drive quality via CI/CD, automated tests, and DevOps practices.
• Lead performance optimization and debugging of embedded systems.
• Champion AI-powered engineering practices and Agentic AI frameworks.

Skills

C++ (modern)

Python

Embedded Linux

Distributed systems

MQTT

ROS2

gRPC

TCP/IP networking

Code optimization

CI/CD & DevOps

Debugging tools

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/ Electronics/ Embedded Systems

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

GDB

Valgrind

Perf

Wireshark

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.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Lead Architect to lead the architecture, design, and development of next-generation Telematics and Core Information Software platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in modern C++, Embedded Linux, distributed systems, and software architecture, while remaining hands‑on in coding, debugging, and technical problem solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive software architecture for Telematics and Core Information Software platforms.
• Lead technical design, architecture reviews, and engineering best practices.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance software solutions using C & modern C++.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
• Design and implement middleware and communication frameworks using MQTT, ROS2, and gRPC.
• Drive software quality through code reviews, CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Lead performance optimization, root cause analysis, and debugging of complex embedded systems.
• Champion AI-powered engineering practices and adoption of Agentic AI frameworks to improve software development productivity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field.
• 14+ years of experience in software development with significant experience in Telematics, Connected Systems, or Embedded Software.

Skills Descripter

• Strong hands‑on expertise in C, Modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20), Python and Object-Oriented Programming.
• Deep understanding of software design principles, SOLID principles, and design patterns.
• Extensive experience with Embedded Linux development and system architecture.
• Strong knowledge of:
• MQTT
• ROS2
• gRPC
• TCP/IP Networking
• Multi-threaded and Distributed Systems
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Agile development methodologies.
• Proficiency with debugging, profiling, and performance analysis tools such as GDB, Valgrind, Perf, and Wireshark.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in telematics, connected vehicle, IoT, or edge computing platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud-connected architectures and Edge AI solutions.
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools and Agentic AI frameworks across the software development lifecycle.

What You'll Bring

• Strong architectural thinking combined with hands‑on technical execution.
• Ability to influence technical direction across multiple teams.
• Passion for software quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to deliver scalable, reliable, and high-performance software platforms.

Posting Dates

September 22, 2026 - October 5, 2026

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