Principal Software Engineer, D365
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. Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world. Job Summary: The Principal Software Engineer, D365 will play a critical, senior role within the ERP Engineering team (a part of Cat Digital Dealer and Rental Systems), reporting to the Senior Manager Software Engineering, D365. This role will lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations, including but not limited Sales, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Field Service, Project Operations, Finance, Supply Chain Management, and Commerce. This role will serve as a technical authority, driving architectural decisions, developing complex solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally with product, integration, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and other development teams to ensure high-quality solutions and applications.
Requirements
- Software Development: Has participated in development of large software products, including upgrades and migrations. Estimates and monitors development costs based on functional and technical requirements. Provides consulting on both selection and utilization of developers' workbench tools.
- Software Development Life Cycle: Describes similarities and differences of life cycle for new product development vs. new release. Works with a formal life cycle methodology. Interprets product development plans and functional documentation.
- Software Integration Engineering: Has experience with designing data exchange interfaces to and from software product. Describes tools and techniques for extraction, transformation and loading of electronic data. Works with integrating software into the customer or partner framework and infrastructure. Participates in the development of technology interfaces and bridges.
- Software Product Design/Architecture: Demonstrates experience with the architecture and design of major projects. Describes major software architecture alternatives and considerations. Analyzes benefits and drawbacks of specific software designs and architecture.
Nice To Haves
- Proven track record of leading large-scale enterprise software projects.
- Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and agile methodologies.
- Expert level experience with Dynamics 365 development
- Expert level experience with Microsoft development stack (.NET / C#)
- Expert level experience with Power Platform
- Expert level experience with Azure DevOps
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Fabric
- Extensive experience with data and solution architecture
- Extensive experience with JavaScript
- Extensive experience with SQL
- Working knowledge of Azure microservices and other components
- Working knowledge of integration development
- Working knowledge of Azure tenant and environment management
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement complex solutions within Dynamics 365
- Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and other engineers on technical strategy and ensure alignment with business goals and product roadmap
- Ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering and DevOps
- Foster a development culture of innovation and excellence
- Stay current with Microsoft technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions
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
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
