Autonomy Embedded Systems Engineer

Caterpillar; Ina (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays)

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to drive software architecture for Remote Control and autonomy on embedded platforms. You will lead real-time embedded development, ensure cybersecurity and functional safety, and coordinate with global teams across multiple offices.

Ideal candidates have strong AUTOSAR experience, embedded C/C++, and a proven track record in architecture and leadership of distributed engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong expertise in embedded C/C++ development in RTOS environments.
• Proven experience in software architecture and embedded/autonomy systems.
• Deep knowledge of AUTOSAR (Classic preferred), including BSW and RTE.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and structured methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink) in embedded environments.

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++

RTOS

Software architecture

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Development tools

AI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or CS

Tools

GIT

Debuggers

Cross-compilers

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to drive software architecture for Remote Control and autonomy on embedded platforms. You will lead real-time embedded development, ensure cybersecurity and functional safety, and coordinate with global teams across multiple offices.

Ideal candidates have strong AUTOSAR experience, embedded C/C++, and a proven track record in architecture and leadership of distributed engineering teams.