Software Engineer

Caterpillar; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and operate enterprise web applications and an analytics platform from Irving, TX. You will work with Python, Django/Flask, and modern frontend tech including React, HTML, and CSS to deliver secure, scalable solutions for internal partners.

The role emphasizes cloud deployment, code reviews, and CI/CD practices, with collaboration across Finance, IT, and Operations to ensure reliable, user-friendly systems.

Qualifications

• Experience deploying, operating, or supporting applications and infrastructure in a cloud environment.
• Experience developing web applications with Python, including Django and/or Flask.
• Experience with modern frontend development using JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with Docker, Git, pull requests, code review practices, version control workflows, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with database design and administration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise web applications and reporting solutions.
• Monitor application health, performance, reliability, and operational metrics; identify issues and communicate risks.
• Participate in code reviews; produce clear, maintainable, well-tested code; apply engineering standards.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to align with business priorities and enterprise strategy.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

React

HTML

CSS

Docker

Git

CI/CD

SQL

Tools

Django

Flask

Job description

## Software EngineerApply: USA - TX - Irving - Walnut Hill: Peoria, Illinois: Full time: Posted Today: R0000400557**Career Area:**Technology, Digital and Data**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.The Finance Services Division is seeking a Software Engineer to help build, enhance, and operate an enterprise reporting and intelligence platform. This role combines full-stack application development, cloud deployment, and operational ownership to deliver secure, reliable, and user-friendly digital solutions for internal business partners. This position will work closely with Finance, IT, Operations, and other stakeholder groups to translate business needs into scalable applications. They will contribute across the application lifecycle, from requirements and design through development, testing, and deployment. **What You Will Do:**· Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise web applications and reporting solutions using a variety of languages such as Python, JavaScript, and CSS. Excellent candidates will have experience with React or other JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks.· Monitor application health, performance, reliability, and operational metrics; identify issues early and communicate risks, progress, and recommended actions to stakeholders· Participate in code reviews; produce clear, maintainable, well-tested code; and apply engineering standards and development practices· Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and engineering practices to recommend improvements that align with business priorities and the enterprise technology strategy **What You Will Have:**· **Design Thinking:** Applies problem-solving methods to define needs, evaluate options, prototype solutions, and improve products and processes. Uses stakeholder feedback and testing results to refine solutions and support adoption.· **Emerging Technologies**: Evaluates new technologies and engineering practices for their potential business value, scalability, security, and operational fit. Recommends practical improvements that align with enterprise standards and long-term platform health.· **Innovation**: Identifies opportunities to improve application quality, development velocity, user experience, and operational efficiency. Encourages thoughtful experimentation while balancing innovation with reliability, security, and maintainability.· **Organizational Leadership**: Builds productive working relationships across technical and business teams. Helps translate strategic goals into clear technical priorities, supports shared decision-making, and drives work through completion. **Top Candidates Will Have:**· Experience deploying, operating, or supporting applications and infrastructure in a cloud environment· Experience developing web applications with Python, including Django and/or Flask· Experience with modern frontend development using JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS· Experience with Docker, Git, pull requests, code review practices, version control workflows, and CI/CD pipelines· Experience with database design and administration### ### **Summary Pay Range:**$97,530.00 - $158,480.00Compensation 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 not available for this position.**Posting Dates:**November 6, 2026 - November 19, 2026Any 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.