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.
Job Summary:
As a Senior Software Engineer you will work on Generative AI projects focused building assistants, agents, GenAI tooling and software. Join our innovative team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI solutions at Cat Digital.
What you will do:
- Develop and deploy Gen AI solutions utilizing Python and OOP principles.
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
- Deploy solutions on AWS using CloudFormation.
- Work with frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel, and Crew.ai.
- Apply knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Prompt Engineering concepts.
- Develop and deploy services using FastAPI on AWS.
- Collaborate with data scientists to refactor analytics solutions for production, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
- Assist in the development of machine learning and AI pipelines using Apache Airflow.
What you will have:
- Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
- Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
- Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.
- Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.
- Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.
Top candidates will also have:
- 8+ years or more of software development experience and solid working knowledge of OOP principles
- 5+ years or more of experience in designing and developing software applications in Python and/or GoLang
- Experience with Python libraries such as FastAPI, LangGraph, and LangChain
- Experience working with Git version control on medium to large teams
- Exceptional communication skills with experience working on a cross functional team
- Deploying software using GitHub Actions or similar
- Experience with AWS components such as Sagemaker Studio, Lambda, API Gateway, and RDS
- Technical writing skills
Additional Details:
- This position has the option to be based out of either our Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL; or Irving, TX (Dallas) offices with a flexible hybrid work environment.
- Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role
- #LI-Hybrid
- #BI (used to post on Built In Chicago)
Summary Pay Range:
$110,520.00 - $179,640.00
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:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .
Visa sponsorship available for eligible applicants.
Posting Dates:
February 4, 2025 - February 16, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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What We Do
Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., responsible for bringing digital capabilities to our world-famous yellow iron. With over one million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Why Work With Us
The Cat Digital team is at the forefront of Caterpillar’s evolution. We take pride in solving complex problems by building new systems from the ground up. On our team, you’ll leverage data from across our entire enterprise to find solutions that open a new world of possibilities for our customers and dealers. Join us in building a better tomorrow.
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