Career Area:EngineeringJob 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#LI Summary Pay Range:$112,710.00 - $183,140.00Compensation 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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.