Autonomy Embedded Software Architect (C/C++, AUTOSAR)

Caterpillar Inc.; Mossville (PA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Career development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist in a Software Architect role for the Remote Control section within Cat Technology.

The role involves designing, developing, integrating and testing robust software on embedded control systems for remote-controlled machines. You will define software architecture and lead AUTOSAR-based development in Embedded C/C++, ensuring traceability to customer needs.

Qualifications

• Proficient in embedded C/C++ in RTOS environments.
• Strong knowledge of AUTOSAR (Classic preferred).
• Experience with modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink) in embedded environments.
• Experience with vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet).
• Ability to lead distributed engineering teams.
• Familiar with development tools (GIT, debuggers, cross-compilers).
• Awareness of cybersecurity and functional safety in software design.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive software architecture for Remote Control and autonomy systems on embedded platforms.
• Design, develop, and review real-time embedded control software.
• Lead AUTOSAR-based software architecture and development using Embedded C/C++.
• Define and govern software requirements with traceability to system and customer needs.
• Architect and guide software integration across system, hardware, and platform layers.
• Standardize machine interfaces across platforms.
• Support cybersecurity and functional safety in software design and validation.
• Support Sprint planning and execution.
• Drive software verification, validation, and quality practices.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and lead root cause analysis and resolution.
• Align delivery with global teams, platform initiatives, and production readiness goals.
• Mentor software developers and provide technical leadership across distributed teams.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

AUTOSAR

RTOS

CAN/Ethernet

MATLAB/Simulink

GIT/Debugging

Distributed leadership

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

GIT

Cross-compilers

Debugger tools

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist in a Software Architect role for the Remote Control section within Cat Technology.

The role involves designing, developing, integrating and testing robust software on embedded control systems for remote-controlled machines. You will define software architecture and lead AUTOSAR-based development in Embedded C/C++, ensuring traceability to customer needs.