Embedded Software Senior Engineer
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. In this role as an Embedded Software Senior Engineer, you will collaborate within a dynamic team and contribute to the success of new technologies in the Machine Technology Platform Group. This individual will focus on improving and standardizing our documentation workflow, testing infrastructure, CI/CD/CT practices, and engineering visibility across RTOS and Linux-based embedded applications. This role is hands-on and highly technical, with a strong emphasis on building the tooling, automation, and frameworks that enable high-quality software development and validation.
Requirements
- Knowledge of software development life cycle
- Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems using RTOS or embedded Linux.
- Experience with GoogleTest, CI automation, and embedded build systems (CMake, Make).
- Strong scripting capabilities (Python, Bash)
- Exposure to CI/CD systems (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.).
- Familiarity with requirements tools(DOORS, Jama, or similar).
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across embedded, validation, and systems engineering teams.
- Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with documentation frameworks (Markdown-based systems, or similar).
- Experience with unit testing and static code analysis tools.
- Experience with building dashboards using Power BI or similar applications.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.
Responsibilities
- Assess the current embedded software workflows and conduct a gap analysis to identify improvements needed for consistent, traceable, and audit-ready delivery.
- Define and implement a documentation tool chain that supports the full software development lifecycle aligned with embedded development frameworks.
- Ensure full traceability of requirements in accordance with ISO and internal quality processes.
- Coordinate integration between requirements tools and automated test/CI systems.
- Develop standardized testing frameworks suitable for embedded environments.
- Enable Continuous Testing for RTOS and Linux-based automotive ECUs.
- Build dashboards providing visibility into software quality, validation progress, and development maturity
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
