Autonomy Software Architect - Embedded C/C++

Caterpillar; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plans

Paid time off

Career development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to design, develop, and test robust embedded software for remote control systems. You will drive software architecture, lead AUTOSAR-based development, and collaborate across global teams to ensure production readiness.

The role requires strong RTOS and embedded C/C++ skills, experience in software architecture, and the ability to mentor distributed engineers.

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).
• Experience with modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink) in embedded environments.
• Experience with vehicle/machine networks (CAN, Ethernet).
• Proficiency with development tools (GIT, debuggers, cross-compilers).

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 development

AUTOSAR knowledge

Software architecture

Debugging

Distributed teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

GIT

Debuggers

Cross-compilers

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to design, develop, and test robust embedded software for remote control systems. You will drive software architecture, lead AUTOSAR-based development, and collaborate across global teams to ensure production readiness.

The role requires strong RTOS and embedded C/C++ skills, experience in software architecture, and the ability to mentor distributed engineers.