Software Engineer

Caterpillar

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Work type: On-site
Location: Chicago, ILPeoria, ILIrving, TX
Salary: $89,210–$144,960 / yr
Posted: 46 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Nov 13, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $155k

This role $117k

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This role pays less than 80% of similar roles. Most pay $125,000–$184,900 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $117k versus about $155k for comparable roles.

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About Caterpillar

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 131 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$192,710 across 125 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer

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JOB TITLE: Software Engineer As a Software Engineer within the Cat Digital organization, you will join a global team responsible for bringing digital capabilities to iconic machinery. You will contribute to designing, developing, and deploying a world-class digital platform that supports diverse applications including connectivity, enterprise data, and equipment management. Your daily work involves building AI-powered solutions, implementing enterprise microservices, and developing data pipelines. You will perform mobile and web development, create user interface wireframes, and manage software defects. The role requires proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Python, SpringBoot, React, SQL, and Cloud Platforms. You will also utilize Generative AI tools and Microsoft Fabric patterns. This position solves complex technical problems by integrating software products and creating production-level designs for global dealer ecosystems and enterprise business operations.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Illinois?

Median $162050 from 79 postings across 28 companies.

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Skills

Python Java JavaScript SpringBoot React SQL Microsoft Fabric .Net Generative AI SageMaker API's Microservices Cloud Platforms Web Development Data Pipelines wire framing Prototyping

What you'll do

Design, develop, and test AI-powered solutions for digital platforms and enterprise business operations.
Evaluate emerging technologies by creating Proofs of Concept and documenting implementation patterns.
Design and implement enterprise microservices using .Net and other relevant frameworks.
Develop mobile and web applications while managing user interface and experience design activities.
Build data pipelines in Python and resolve software defects using SageMaker notebooks.
Utilize generative AI tools to streamline software development, information gathering, and defect triaging.
Deploy API technologies and Microsoft Fabric patterns to create functional AI agents.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 (preferred).
0-2 years of relevant experience in the field, including internships or academic projects (preferred).
Experience through internships, personal projects, research, hackathons, student organizations, or coursework is highly valued (preferred).
Knowledge of software development tools, activities, and the software development life cycle.
Ability to design, develop, and maintain interfaces for software integration.
Proficiency in designing, testing, and implementing software products based on market requirements.
Skills in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python, SpringBoot, React, SQL, and Generative AI tools.