Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer

Caterpillar•Mossville, IL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description: The Embedded Product Cybersecurity team is developing embedded cybersecurity solutions & software for Caterpillar Display, Telematics, Machine, Engine, & Autonomy product lines that will be used on production product for years to come. With the ever growing level of technology and connectivity developing cyber secure systems for onboard network topology and remote connectivity is crucial. The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing cybersecurity software solutions for Caterpillar’s embedded product line. They must also be willing to learn new areas of expertise in cybersecurity while working with multiple systems, software, component, and product teams to produce world class cybersecurity solutions for Caterpillar. As a senior engineer on the development team you will help conduct code reviews, architecture reviews and help set the strategic vision for next generation embedded ECU core security.

Requirements

Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
Teamwork: Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels .
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Software Development: Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation

Nice To Haves

4-year degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Strong people interaction, teamwork, communication, and computer skills are required.
The candidate must be detail oriented and a proven “self starter,” with a strong record of achievement and results.
Solid experience with communication networks including Ethernet, J1939 Proprietary, Cat Data Link, and various data link protocols.
Extensive experience with design and development process of Data Link Communication Protocols
Desire to work in a fast-paced Agile team environment
Experience in Cybersecurity
Experience with GIT configuration management tool
Ability to read electrical schematics
Experience with CAN, J1939, and other data link protocols
Experience using Design Patterns and Object-Oriented programming
Experience with developing Unit Tests and Test-Driven Development
Experience using debugging tools for embedded systems (e.g. Lauterbach, GDB)

Responsibilities

Design, develop, configure, and test our security-enabling software that targets a wide range of scopes, including full-stack ECU component software, system-wide onboard security software, offboard internal development tools, and ECU supplier manufacturing tools.
Participate in iterative development and fast delivery of features utilizing up-to-date technologies and practices like Linux, Python, C/C++, Agile, and emergent design.
Design & Document Cybersecurity features
Develop Embedded Cybersecurity software solutions that will be implemented in C/C++, Rust, and Python languages
Validate Embedded Cybersecurity software features used across Caterpillar’s product line
Knowledge and capability to identify Cybersecurity software risks