> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3912722-senior-autonomy-middleware-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3912722-senior-autonomy-middleware-engineer). 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). --- # Senior Autonomy Middleware Engineer - **Company:** Caterpillar - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,710.0 - $183,140.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Frameworks, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Middleware, Ethernet, Github, Revision Control Systems, Iterative and Incremental Development, Linux System Administration, Non-Volatile Memory, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Robot Operating System, Git, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466849216&tx=CT323TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Problem Solving: Working knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational, or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. * Software Development Life Cycle: Working knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace. Strong understanding of software engineering principles; familiar with Agile methodologies and iterative development practices. * Programming: Working knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools; ability to test, write, design, debug, troubleshoot and maintain source codes and computer programs. Comfortable working with version control tools like Git. * Technical Troubleshooting: Working knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation. Consideration for Top Candidates: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution. * Skilled at programming in C++, with experience in developing and debugging software applications using this language * Experience developing in Linux environments * Experience in development of device drivers, hardware diagnostics, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initialization, & communication networks such as J1939/CAN/Ethernet * Experience with industry-standard tools such as Git, GitHub, and Azure for version control, collaboration, and cloud services * Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) development; Familiarization with core robotics principles * Working knowledge of the concepts, technologies, and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI) * Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals ## Description The Autonomy Development Framework Developers will participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation * Develop production quality C++ software * Support requirements generation and architecture decisions and tradeoffs * Develop application framework and middleware while following work standards * Support functional safety software design and validation process * Collaborate with team members to execute on goals * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions * Operate test benches and manage tasks using Azure DevOps