Senior Autonomy Middleware Engineer

Caterpillar Brazil; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 113,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Irving, TX is seeking a Software Developer to help build the Autonomy Development Framework for on-board applications. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to translate real-world problems into production-ready C++ solutions for mining and construction environments.

The role emphasizes design, coding, validation, and integration with hardware teams, with Azure DevOps workflows and a focus on safety-critical software development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Skilled at programming in C++, with experience in developing and debugging software applications using this language
• Experience developing in Linux environments
• Experience in development of device drivers, hardware diagnostics, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initialization, & communication networks such as J1939/CAN/Ethernet
• Experience with Git, GitHub, and Azure for version control, collaboration, and cloud services
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) development; Familiarization with core robotics principles
• Working knowledge of AI concepts
• Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Develop production quality C++ software
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
• Collaborate with team members to execute on goals
• Operate test benches and manage tasks using Azure DevOps
• Support functional safety software design and validation process

Skills

Problem solving

Software engineering concepts

Agile methodologies

Git

Linux

ROS

AI concepts

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

Git

GitHub

Azure

ROS

J1939/CAN/Ethernet

Linux

Job description

Career Area: Engineering Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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't just 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. Our team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites.

As a software developer, you’ll focus and collaborate with team members to develop the core autonomy development framework used in critical on-board applications at Caterpillar that provide value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join!!

What You Will Do:

• The Autonomy Development Framework Developers will participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation
• Develop production quality C++ software
• Support requirements generation and architecture decisions and tradeoffs
• Develop application framework and middleware while following work standards
• Support functional safety software design and validation process
• Collaborate with team members to execute on goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
• Operate test benches and manage tasks using Azure DevOps

What You Have:

• Problem Solving: Working knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational, or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Software Development Life Cycle: Working knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles; familiar with Agile methodologies and iterative development practices.
• Programming: Working knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools; ability to test, write, design, debug, troubleshoot and maintain source codes and computer programs. Comfortable working with version control tools like Git.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Working knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.
• Consideration for Top Candidates:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Skilled at programming in C++, with experience in developing and debugging software applications using this language
• Experience developing in Linux environments
• Experience in development of device drivers, hardware diagnostics, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initialization, & communication networks such as J1939/CAN/Ethernet
• Experience with industry-standard tools such as Git, GitHub, and Azure for version control, collaboration, and cloud services
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) development; Familiarization with core robotics principles
• Working knowledge of the concepts, technologies, and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI)
• Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals

Additional Information:

This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Irving, TX office. Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position. This position will require up to 10% travel

Pay Range: $112,710.00 - $183,140.00 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

Posting Dates: 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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.