Autonomy Software Architect - Embedded RC Systems Lead

Caterpillar Inc.; Mossville (PA); 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 in a Software Architect role for Remote Control within Integrated Technology Solutions.

You will join a global engineering team to design, develop, integrate, and test robust embedded control software for remote-controlled machines. The role emphasizes AUTOSAR-based architecture, embedded C/C++, real-time RTOS, cybersecurity, and collaboration across distributed teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in engineering or CS; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong embedded C/C++ in RTOS environments.
• Experience in software architecture and embedded/autonomy systems.
• Deep AUTOSAR knowledge (Classic preferred) including BSW/RTE.
• Solid SDLC understanding and structured methodologies.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink in embedded environments.
• Vehicle/machine networks knowledge (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++

AUTOSAR

Embedded systems

Software architecture

Real-time OS

Cybersecurity

Software testing/validation

GIT

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

GIT

Debuggers

Cross-compilers

Job description

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

You will join a global engineering team to design, develop, integrate, and test robust embedded control software for remote-controlled machines. The role emphasizes AUTOSAR-based architecture, embedded C/C++, real-time RTOS, cybersecurity, and collaboration across distributed teams.