Senior Software Engineer (Simulation platform)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship available

Onsite work five days a week

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a skilled developer to help build a new, state-of-the-art simulation platform for autonomous construction sites. You will work on a full stack, write high-quality code, and collaborate with robotic and software teams to turn complex requirements into reliable software.

You will participate in design discussions, ensure CI/CD quality, and contribute to brainstorming sessions. The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and delivering value in dynamic

Qualifications

• Experience in building simulation and rendering platforms.
• 3D object rendering and manipulation expertise.
• Proficient with mapping tech (GIS, terrain mapping, OpenLayers).
• Experience with web graphics libraries and data visualization.
• Design/publish data and APIs (GraphQL) experience.
• DB schema design for SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with engineering best practices and processes.
• Experience with AI coding tools (Claude, Copilot, Cursor).
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) experience.
• Web automation tooling and CI/CD (Webpack, ESLint, Playwright).
• G22

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of the simulation software stack end-to-end.
• Write high-quality software and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with peers and onboard new team members.
• Contribute to software design discussions and requirements.
• Coordinate with the robotic team to align needs with implementation.
• Improve and maintain CI/CD pipelines and workflows.
• Engage in brainstorming and ideation sessions.
• Contribute proactively and adapt responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Simulation platform development

3D rendering

GIS / terrain mapping

Web graphics libraries

GraphQL APIs

SQL/NoSQL database design

CI/CD practices

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google)

Web automation tooling (Playwright/Web

NVIDIA Omniverse / simulationPlats

Backend: Java / Node.js

Frontend: HTML/CSS/JS

Frameworks: Angular/React/Next.js

Python

Agile methodology

AI coding tools (Claude/Copilot)

Tools

GraphQL

OpenLayers

NVIDIA Omniverse

Webpack

ESLint

Playwright

Firebase

AWS / Azure / Google Cloud

Job description

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.

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

Help Build the Future of Caterpillar – Be Part of What’s Next in Autonomous Construction Sites

At Caterpillar, technology always has a purpose, which is to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. Construction autonomy is one of the most complex challenges in applied AI, and at Caterpillar, advancements in physical AI, simulation, sensing, and edge computing are turning things that once felt impossible—intelligent machines operating in dynamic jobsites—into reality.

An amazing change for a unique high achieving developer like you!

Are you looking for new challenges?

Does every day feels better if you learn something new?

Do you like it when it move fast and everyday feels like you moved mountains?

Do you have a strong interest in Simulated Environment for Robotic?

Do you want to be part of an extremely talented team with leaders that believe in you and help you grow?

If any of those questions resonate with you and you are interested in being part of a new foundational team developing a new, state of the art, simulation platform for the robotic needs of the organization, we definitely want to hear more about you!!

What You Will Do

• Participate in the development of the simulation Software stack- full stack
• Write high quality software, follow best practices and participate in code review
• Work collaboratively with your peers, Onboard other peers
• Participate in writing software design and requirements discussions
• Work tightly with the Robotic team and any other team, aligning their needs with your implementation, reducing gaps and deviations, while focussing on Quality and Value.
• Improve and Maintain CI/CD.
• Participate actively in brainstorming and ideation sessions
• Anything else you think you should be doing? Let us know, we are quite flexible!

Required

• Experience of building simulation and rendering platforms
• Experience in 3D object rendering and manipulation
• Experience with mapping technology (Like GIS, Terrain mapping, OpenLayers)
• Experience in leveraging web graphic / animation standard library
• Advance knowledge of designing, building and using open source, publish data and APIs (like graphQL)
• Experience in designing, publishing and maintaining DB schema (SQL, NoSQL)
• Experience with best practices and processes for engineering team
• Experience with AI coding tool (like Claude, Copilot, Cursor)
• Experience with Cloud Platform such as AWS (Preferred), Azure, Google cloud / Firebase
• Experience with web automation tooling and deploying on CI/CD (Like WebPack, ESLint, Playright)
• G22

Top Candidate

• 5+ years of experience hands on coding backend in coding language such as Java or Node.Js
• 3+ years of experience hands on coding frontend in coding language such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• 3+ years of experience hands on coding with Framework such as Angular, React/NextJs
• Experience with agile methodology
• Good knowledge of Python
• Experience with Nvidia Omniverse or other Simulation Platform

Summary 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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

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.