Lead Software Test Engineer

Caterpillar; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Lead Software Test Engineer to join their team in Chicago, IL. This role involves overseeing testing processes, managing project activities, and ensuring quality assurance for software products. Candidates should have significant experience in software testing and automation, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication. Join a global leader in building sustainable communities and drive innovation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, etc.)

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience as Software QA Engineer or similar role.
• Experience with API testing and automation tools required.
• Knowledge of OOP concepts and data driven testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities including team leadership and guidance.
• Develop and execute manual and automation test cases.
• Coordinate with product owners to resolve issues and enhancements.

Skills

API Testing

Automation Framework Development

CI/CD

Data Driven Testing

Software Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Postman

SOAP UI

IntelliJ

Git

Job description

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don'tjust talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Lead Software Test Engineer at its facility located at 540 W Madison St., Chicago, IL 60661.

Perform all testing, project management, and quality assurance assignments without close supervision. Normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work. Act as team leader for testing activities including leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members. Perform all testing activities of new and existing software products. Use your understanding of systems, regression, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing. Work directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution. Work independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that maybe used by one or more applications or systems. Drive testing needs focused around delivering business valuable features. Guide the team to develop test strategies in an agile work environment. Analyze business requirements to develop and execute manual and automation test cases. Document software issues and defects in bug tracking software and monitor for resolution. Coordinate with product owners to resolve open issues/enhancements/upgrades and understand the use of a specific functionality as needed. Communicate with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness. Perform integrated testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results. Ensure testing and delivery of multiple features for multiple programs is done in a timely manner. Telecommuting: 50% Telecommuting allowed.

REQS: This position requires a bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field and Eight (8) years of experience as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, Software Quality Assurance Analyst, or related occupation.

Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) API’s Testing using manual and Automation tool; (2) Developing automation framework using java, Rest Assured, and karate; (3) Plan, design, develop, and maintain test cases, test scenarios and Automation scripts; (4) Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) of test framework; (5) Oops concept and Data driven testing in automation frameworks; and (6) Software testing tools such as Postman, SOAP UI, IntelliJ, and git.

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Lead Software Test Engineer / Reference # R0000309026].

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Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $204,720.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

June 10, 2025 - October 9, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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