Software Engineer

Caterpillar’s Digital Factory organization is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to support the development of modern, shop floor-facing digital applications in Decatur, IL. This role will focus on building scalable, high-performance web applications that stream and visualize large volumes of real-time manufacturing data, enabling improved operational awareness and decision-making across the facility.

The Software Engineer will play a key role in designing and developing full-stack solutions that integrate OT/IoT data sources, leveraging cloud-native technologies within Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strong understanding of performance optimization in cloud environments, as well as experience building resilient, scalable platforms to support high-velocity data processing.

This position will work closely with operations leadership, engineers, and cross-functional digital teams to transform traditionally siloed or hidden manufacturing data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, problem-solving, and continuous improvement., * Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications for shop floor users, including UI components, APIs, and backend services

• Build responsive, user-friendly interfaces that visualize real-time manufacturing data and key operational metrics
• Develop and integrate services that connect to OT/IoT systems and enterprise data sources
• Optimize application performance and scalability within an Azure cloud environment, particularly for high-throughput, real-time data workloads
• Support cloud-native development practices, including microservices architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems
• Contribute to DevOps and CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable, repeatable, and automated deployments
• Troubleshoot production issues and support continuous improvement of deployed applications
• Collaborate with operations managers, plant leadership, data engineers, architects, and external partners to define and deliver technical solutions aligned to business needs
• Translate business requirements into technical designs and high-quality software solutions

• Problem Solving & Customer Focus: Demonstrated ability to approach problems with a customer-first mindset and deliver practical, impactful solutions in dynamic environments
• Full-Stack Web Development: Experience building and delivering end-to-end web applications, with ownership over significant portions of the solution
• Frontend Development: Proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular, including responsive UI design and component-based architecture
• Backend Development: Experience developing APIs and services using Python (Django/Flask) and/or C#/.NET
• Cloud Development (Azure): Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including application hosting, data services, and cloud-native solution design
• Data Engineering Fundamentals: Experience working with relational databases such as Azure SQL, including query optimization and data modeling concepts
• DevOps & CI/CD: Understanding of source control, build/release pipelines, and automated deployment practices
• System Integration: Experience integrating applications with external systems, including OT/IoT or enterprise platforms
• Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and business stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or relevant industry experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environments or industrial systems.
• Familiarity with MES/MESA frameworks, ERP systems, or shop floor data systems
• Experience working with large-scale, high-frequency data processing systems
• Knowledge of event streaming and real-time data pipelines in Azure (e.g., Event Hub, Stream Analytics, Azure Functions)

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

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.