Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Linux, C++ & AI Platforms

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Job 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software applications and platform services using Modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20).
• Develop software solutions for edge computing platforms such as NVIDIA IGX Thor, Jetson, or similar embedded systems.
• Follow established SDLC processes, coding standards, design reviews, test strategies, and release management practices.
• Ensure software quality through unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform complex debugging, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization across software and system layers.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, QA teams, and cross-functional stakeholders in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment.
• Contribute to the adoption of AI technologies, AI agents, and intelligent edge computing solutions.
• Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, estimation, and Agile ceremonies to ensure predictable delivery.
• Drive reliability, maintainability, scalability, and security of software products.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in C++ and Embedded Linux development.
• Experience in system programming, multithreading, IPC, networking, and platform software development.
• Strong debugging skills using tools such as GDB, Valgrind, Perf, and Linux diagnostics tools.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD, Docker, and software development tools.
• Working knowledge of Python and Shell scripting.

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Strong focus on software quality, process compliance, and engineering excellence.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global teams.
• Ability to adapt and learn emerging technologies, including AI, Generative AI, and AI Agents.
• Experience working in Agile/SAFe environments and delivering software through the complete SDLC lifecycle.

Preferred

• Experience with NVIDIA IGX Thor, Jetson, CUDA, TensorRT, Edge AI, AI Agents, or LLM-based applications.
• Exposure to Industrial Automation, IoT, Autonomous Systems, or AI-enabled embedded products.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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