Connectivity System Architect

The Connectivity System Solution Division is seeking a leader to fill the Connectivity Systems Architect Leader position with embedded software experience. This role is responsible for defining the connectivity system architecture in alignment with Cat Technology internal and external business partners (suppliers), including Cat Digital, to meet customer solution needs.

The position will collaborate closely with Cat Technology leaders, product groups, suppliers, and industry technology leaders to define the connectivity roadmap across cellular, satellite, and short-range wireless technologies (UWB, Bluetooth, NFC, etc.), based off market intelligence, trends and customer requirements. The role will also partner with Cat Technology internal development teams to streamline end-to-end testing by leveraging industry best practices and tools.

In addition, this position will work regularly with customer solutions teams (core and growth) and product groups to establish a single, trusted source for requirements documentation including marketing, functional, system, software, and hardware requirements to effectively meet business partner and customer needs. Also, lead software architecture initiative to make our IoT system interface is agnostic of hardware change.

What You Will Do:

• Work with Cat Technology and Digital Tech Stewards, clients, and process partners to develop &maintainroadmaps and strategies for Connectivity System.
• Leadership of the Connectivity Systems Architecture (sensing, network/transmission, gateway, data management, application, etc.)
• Defining the connectivity system architecture in alignment with Intelligent Machine System and APT.
• Lead the development of proof of concepts tovalidatethe feasibility of the proposed solutions and todemonstratekey functionalities to stakeholders
• Design systems that can handle large volumes of data and scale efficiently as the number of connected devices grows. This involvesoptimizingperformance, minimizing latency, and managing resourceutilizationeffectively
• Working with hardware, firmware, software,cloudand business stakeholders to turn requirements into technical blueprints
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, project managers, and business stakeholders, to ensure alignment with project goals and requirements.
• Work with members of the CI and RI tech forum to prioritize features related to Tech Platform projects that willbenefitCaterpillar customers
• Mentor and grow SMEs in US,Indiaand China
• Manage the team’s budget

• Technical Expertise: Strong background in embedded systems, firmware development, cloud technologies (API, AWS/Azure), and networking protocols
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive,transmitand accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
• Collaborating Globally: Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.

Top Candidates will also have

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Proven system and architecture experience in automotive and related industry
• Proven experience in IoT solution design and deployment
• Embedded system experience required.
• Proven team leadership experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skillstopersuade others onnew technologies, or potential solutions
• Experience with the New Product Introduction (NPI) process on engine or machine products
• Demonstrated strong technical and analytical skills

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.

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