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EngineeringJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
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 Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Java Engineer to lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise-grade applications that support AI-driven and intelligent digital capabilities. This role involves transforming legacy systems into scalable, resilient, and production-ready solutions aligned with modern architecture principles and engineering best practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, ownership and drive high-quality delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and delivery of robust Java-based applications and services
Write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code following industry standards and best practices
Conduct and lead code reviews, ensuring adherence to quality, performance, and security standards
Collaborate with architects, product owners, and cross-functional teams to define and implement scalable solutions
Drive analysis, refactoring, and modernization of legacy systems and applications
Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering team capability and engineering excellence
Partner with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines, build automation, and deployment strategies
Proactively troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and lead production support efforts
Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Champion adoption of modern development practices, including automation, observability, and design patterns
Lead API design and development aligned with enterprise architecture standards
Contribute to technical decision-making, solution design discussions, and roadmap planning
Skills Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in software engineering, platform development, or distributed systems
Strong proficiency in Java/J2EE, OOP principles, and advanced design patterns
Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot) and RESTful API development
Solid expertise in JPA/Hibernate, JDBC, and relational databases (SQL)
Hands-on experience with unit testing and integration testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito)
Strong experience with Git, branching strategies, and build tools such as Maven/Gradle
Proven ability in debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving in complex systems
Experience with Docker, containerization, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP preferred)
Good understanding of scalability, distributed systems, and system integration patterns
Exposure to automation, AI/ML integration concepts, or modern engineering trends is an advantage
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence, mentor, and work effectively across teams
Posting Dates:
June 15, 2026 - June 21, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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Based on 7,138 disclosed Software salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $157K/year, with most offers between $123K and $199K (10th–90th percentile: $101K–$235K).
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