Lead and manage a global AWS Platform Services team to deliver secure, reliable, scalable AWS solutions. Oversee platform operations, governance, security, automation, cost optimization, and incident response. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, mentor team members, drive process improvements, and make technical decisions to align cloud solutions with enterprise standards and business priorities.
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
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.
Caterpillar is seeking an IT Leader to manage the AWS Platform Services team, as a part of the Enterprise Cloud Adoption team within Global Information Services. In this role, you will coach, guide and facilitate the continued growth of a diverse technical work group to develop collaborative relationships among themselves, with business partners, suppliers and other multiple other information technology groups to ensure goals are achieved. You will evolve and maintain an organizational climate / culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement / commitment and a sense of urgency towards business success. You will continually learn and stay abreast of rapidly changing cloud technologies, drive innovation, mentor and coach people inside and outside your work group and deepen your professional network.
When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don't just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. Join us.
What You Will Do:
What You Have:
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
Additional Info:
About Caterpillar -
For more than a century, Caterpillar has helped build a better, more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial, the company's primary business segments: Power & Energy, Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers' toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology, driven by a highly skilled, dedicated global team. Learn more at www.caterpillar.com.
Summary Pay Range:
$147,760.00 - $221,640.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 4, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Technology, Digital and Data
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.
Caterpillar is seeking an IT Leader to manage the AWS Platform Services team, as a part of the Enterprise Cloud Adoption team within Global Information Services. In this role, you will coach, guide and facilitate the continued growth of a diverse technical work group to develop collaborative relationships among themselves, with business partners, suppliers and other multiple other information technology groups to ensure goals are achieved. You will evolve and maintain an organizational climate / culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement / commitment and a sense of urgency towards business success. You will continually learn and stay abreast of rapidly changing cloud technologies, drive innovation, mentor and coach people inside and outside your work group and deepen your professional network.
When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don't just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. Join us.
What You Will Do:
- Being an advocate for cloud technologies
- Maintaining established cybersecurity and compliance controls for AWS technologies
- Own delivery of secure, reliable, and scalable AWS solutions aligned with enterprise standards and business priorities
- Direct platform operations, governance, security and vulnerability management, and automation across enterprise AWS environments
- Partner with security, infrastructure, application, and business partners on incident response, risk reduction, and delivery of strategic cloud initiatives
- Drive cost optimization, operational efficiency, and process improvement through automation, reporting, and standardized cloud management practices
- Manage and mentor a diverse global team, leading workforce planning, talent development, and workstream prioritization to meet evolving enterprise needs
- Being technically engaged to guide team to make crucial technical decisions in relation to product, processes, tools, and technologies
What You Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and delivering results within complex, enterprise-scale IT environments.
- Proven experience leading teams, highly skilled technical resources, or large cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills with the ability to guide technical and business resources toward successful outcomes.
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
- Demonstrated quick and clear decision-making skills
- Demonstrated strong people management skills, with a focus on developing others
- Previous experience with IT Architecture or Cybersecurity
- Foundational cloud certification (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, GCP Cloud Digital Leader)
- Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills and business acumen
- Able to communicate technical information effectively with management, your work group, as well employees in other business units and suppliers.
- Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.
- An enjoyment for significant challenges, change management, and being held accountable to produce quantifiable results.
- Adaptability and a passion for change
- Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with sensitive issues, as well a strong ability to influence others both in and out of the department
- Competency in customer focus, change management & innovation, strategic thinking, relationship building & influencing, talent management, results focus and inspirational leadership
Additional Info:
- The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL, Irving-TX, Nashville-TN
About Caterpillar -
For more than a century, Caterpillar has helped build a better, more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial, the company's primary business segments: Power & Energy, Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers' toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology, driven by a highly skilled, dedicated global team. Learn more at www.caterpillar.com.
Summary Pay Range:
$147,760.00 - $221,640.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 4, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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