> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2024003-embedded-software-engineering-specialist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2024003-embedded-software-engineering-specialist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Embedded Software Engineering Specialist

- **Company:** Caterpillar
- **Location:** Alpharetta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $152,131.0 - $192,710.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, AUTomotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR), Ubuntu (Operating System), Configuration Management, Data Link, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Embedded Software, Monitoring of Systems, Software Architecture, Software Tools, Rhapsody, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, TCP/IP, Software Technical Review, UML, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Git, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59186633-embedded-software-engineering-specialist

## About the Role

REQS: This position requires a master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field and 2 years of experience as a software architect or team lead for a cross-functional development team or related occupation. Alternatively, will accept a bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field and 5 years of experience as a software architect or team lead for a cross functional development team or related occupation.

Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Linux; (2) Embedded controls development for Telematics applications in heavy machinery or automotive industry to gather data and remotely monitoring assets; (3) Design Patterns in software development; (4) Developing Unit Tests and Test-Driven Development; (5) UML Tools like Rhapsody in developing designs through UML diagrams; (6) Ubuntu; (7) CAN, J1939, TCP/IP OR other data link protocols; (8) CAN based tools like CANoe and CANalyzer; and (9) GIT configuration management tool.

## Description

Act as principal contributor on design or CPPD team and manage the development of a product, process or both. Develop solutions for complex technical software engineering problems. Accountable for the design/improvement of complex systems or processes. Demonstrate technical expertise and serve as a team/project leader focused on technical delivery. Develop and perform on complex projects or programs. Direct work with other units, suppliers, customers, and teams. Decisions may have far-reaching impact on project teams, immediate workgroup, division, business unit, suppliers, internal and external customers, and Caterpillar markets. Communicate conceptual design, understand customer needs and product applications, and master embedded software languages, software development tools, software architecture, configuration management, and lifecycle management. Focus on technical contributions and project management. Design and promote new products and processes, help establish strategies for new
process and product programs, manage projects or program according to plans, perform requirements analysis, and create innovative solutions to meet customer needs. Evaluate new products, maintain existing products, communicate technology to customers, team members, suppliers, and other units, and support and advise engineers, managers, marketing personnel, customers, and suppliers. Manage personal development, stay current with new technologies including emerging technologies such as AUTOSAR or create new technologies, continuous integration and build, native simulation, and automated testing. Define acceptance criteria, new product introduction processes, conceptual design, practical application of theory, and application of the NPI process. Develop Telematics onboard monitoring software used in Electronic Controller Modules for Caterpillar machines and engine applications. Work with the Telematics System team and software development teams to define software requirements and validation
details. Provide upfront design guidance for software feature work, conduct design and code reviews, and lead software technology strategy and roadmap creation. Maintain extensive interaction with Telematics systems engineers and software development teams globally.


## Related Videos

- [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)
- [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker)
- [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell)
- [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94)
- [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker)
- [Beyond UML: Making Sense of AI-Generated Code through Visual Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2102-beyond-uml-making-sense-of-ai-generated-code-through-visual-architecture)

## Related Articles

- [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)
- [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)
- [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools)
- [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)