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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Caterpillar - **Location:** Decatur, IL, United States - **Salary:** $97,530.0 - $158,480.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Component-Based Software Engineering, Application Integration Architecture, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data as a Services, Information Engineering, Data Systems, Relational Databases, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Django Web Framework, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Software Systems, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Data Processing, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AngularJS, Material UI, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Real Time Data, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Industrial Software, Stream Analytics, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Microservices - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/E1A71B50D38443708C9D73A2CEB1F901/job/ ## About the Role * 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) ## Description 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 ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)