Principal Software Engineer
Caterpillar
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This role pays less than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $177,250–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $209k versus about $206k for comparable roles.
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Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing
Caterpillar currently has 76 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$190,176 across 74 roles with salary data.
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