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Cat Digital delivers digital and technology solutions that power Caterpillar's world-famous yellow iron.
The Role
Owns the product vision, backlog, priorities, feature decisions, and sprint outcomes for Caterpillar’s cloud platform services. Partners with engineering teams and stakeholders to define requirements, acceptance criteria, API contracts, and releases. Leads Scrum ceremonies, defect prioritization, and customer engagement while supporting AI-assisted development and AWS cloud architecture decisions. Requires strong software development knowledge, including Java, REST APIs, databases, AWS, Agile tools, and spec-driven development.
Summary Generated by Built In
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
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.
Job Summary:
We at CAT Digital are building a state-of-the-art platform to springboard a wide range of customer-focused applications. We are looking for a Senior Technical Product Owner to join our Platform Services team to help maximize the value of our products and work of our scrum development teams.
What You Will Do:
The Technical Product Owner works intimately with the Scrum Team with the primary task of creating and managing the Product Backlog and to ensure everyone knows the priorities and assisting the scrum team to meet the objectives of each sprint.
What you will have:
Consideration For Top Candidates:
Additional Details:
• This position requires the candidate to be based in Chicago, IL
• Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
Summary Pay Range:
$112,710.00 - $183,140.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
November 11, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
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.
Job Summary:
We at CAT Digital are building a state-of-the-art platform to springboard a wide range of customer-focused applications. We are looking for a Senior Technical Product Owner to join our Platform Services team to help maximize the value of our products and work of our scrum development teams.
What You Will Do:
The Technical Product Owner works intimately with the Scrum Team with the primary task of creating and managing the Product Backlog and to ensure everyone knows the priorities and assisting the scrum team to meet the objectives of each sprint.
- Act as Product Owner for complex, high-value projects, maximizing the value of the product and the Development Team's work.
- Own the product vision and convey it to the team, including goals at the start of each sprint.
- Create, maintain and prioritize the Product Backlog by business value, and communicate priorities to the team.
- Make key decisions on product features, release dates and content.
- Partner with Lead Engineers to break epics and features into sprint-sized user stories.
- Write clear, structured specifications (requirements, acceptance criteria, API contracts) using spec-driven development.
- Drive AI-based software development, using AI coding assistants and agents to speed delivery without sacrificing quality.
- Contribute to AWS cloud architecture decisions, balancing scalability, security and cost.
- Represent the customer and engage stakeholders, negotiating requirements and release dates and communicating team status.
- Lead Scrum ceremonies: daily scrum, sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives and demos.
- Own defect management and prioritization, and accept or reject completed sprint work.
- Model Scrum values and champion the agile community across the organization.
What you will have:
- Business Analysis: Knowledge of business analysis and the set of tasks, techniques and tools required to identify business needs; ability to recommend solutions that deliver value to stakeholders.
- 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.
- Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Software Engineering: Knowledge of software engineering; ability to deliver new or enhanced fee-based software products.
- Software Product Business Knowledge: Knowledge of and experience with the business aspects and operation of a software product; ability to manage install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision.
- AI-Based Software Development: Knowledge of AI-assisted and agentic software development tools and practices; ability to apply them across the product lifecycle, from requirements and design through coding, testing and documentation.
- Spec-Driven Development: Knowledge of spec-driven development methods; ability to translate business needs into precise, testable specifications that guide both human and AI-driven implementation.
- AWS Cloud: Knowledge of AWS cloud services and architecture; ability to make informed product decisions about cloud-native solutions built on AWS.
Consideration For Top Candidates:
- Experience as a technical product owner
- Previous experience working with or leading a technical team while simultaneously managing multiple projects.
- Must have a strong understanding and proven experience in software development, including Java 17 or newer, RESTful APIs, databases, and AWS cloud development, with a focus on designing and developing cloud-native software solutions at scale.
- Experience managing product backlogs using Agile software tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Mingle, VSTS, Team Services, Rally.
- Hands-on experience with AI-based software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code or similar, as well as GenAI productivity tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot.
- Experience practicing spec-driven development, writing specifications (e.g., PRDs, OpenAPI contracts, Given/When/Then acceptance criteria) that drive implementation by development teams and AI agents.
- Working knowledge of AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, ECS/EKS, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, IAM); AWS certification (e.g., Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect - Associate) is a plus.
Additional Details:
• This position requires the candidate to be based in Chicago, IL
• Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
Summary Pay Range:
$112,710.00 - $183,140.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
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
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
November 11, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of business analysis, including identifying business needs and recommending stakeholder-value solutions
- Decision-making and critical-thinking skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of software engineering and ability to deliver software products
- Knowledge of software product business operations, install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision
- Knowledge of AI-assisted and agentic software development tools and practices
- Knowledge of spec-driven development and ability to create precise, testable specifications
- Knowledge of AWS cloud services and architecture
- Experience as a technical product owner
- Experience leading or working with technical teams while managing multiple projects
- Proven software development experience with Java 17 or newer, RESTful APIs, databases, and AWS cloud development
- Experience designing and developing cloud-native software solutions at scale
- Experience managing product backlogs with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Mingle, VSTS, Team Services, or Rally
- Hands-on experience with AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude Code and GenAI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot
- Experience writing PRDs, OpenAPI contracts, and Given/When/Then acceptance criteria
- Working knowledge of AWS Lambda, API Gateway, ECS/EKS, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and IAM
- AWS certification such as Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect Associate
- Must be based in Chicago, Illinois
What the Team is Saying
Pradeep
Software Engineer
Christina
Platform Services
Chad
Business Intelligence & Visualization
Madison
Recruiter
Rakshan
Digital Product Manager
MacGregor
Lead Software Engineer
Stan
Software Engineering Manager
Caterpillar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a strong point, with a 401(k) savings plan and employer matching frequently highlighted. Feedback suggests some roles also include additional employer contributions, supporting long-term savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as broad, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options plus mental-health resources. Feedback suggests the breadth and plan choices are a notable advantage for many employees.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs such as quarterly gainsharing, profit-sharing, or short-term bonuses are commonly described as meaningful additions to total pay. Feedback suggests these incentives can significantly enhance earnings during strong production periods.
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The Company
What We Do
Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., responsible for bringing digital capabilities to our world-famous yellow iron. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help solve our customers' toughest challenges.
Why Work With Us
At Cat Digital, we're accelerating Caterpillar's digital transformation to help customers solve their toughest challenges. Our teams use enterprise-wide data, emerging technologies, and customer insights to deliver solutions that drive real-world impact. Join us as we create innovative experiences that help customers succeed and power the world aro
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Typical time on-site:
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