Autonomy Software Architect — Embedded C/C++, AUTOSAR Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville, IL is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to serve as a Software Architect for the Remote Control team within Integrated Technology Solutions.

You will design, develop, integrate, and test robust, scalable embedded software for remote-controlled machines, lead AUTOSAR-based architecture, and mentor distributed engineering teams. The role requires hands-on embedded C/C++, RTOS, and collaboration with global partners to deliver secure,

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.
• 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++ development

RTOS experience

Software architecture

Leadership/mentoring

Problem solving

Cybersecurity awareness

Distributed teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AUTOSAR (Classic)

MATLAB/Simulink

CAN/Ethernet network knowledge

GIT

Debuggers/cross-compilers

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville, IL is seeking an Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist to serve as a Software Architect for the Remote Control team within Integrated Technology Solutions.

You will design, develop, integrate, and test robust, scalable embedded software for remote-controlled machines, lead AUTOSAR-based architecture, and mentor distributed engineering teams. The role requires hands-on embedded C/C++, RTOS, and collaboration with global partners to deliver secure,