Cat Digital delivers digital and technology solutions that power Caterpillar's world-famous yellow iron.
The Role
Develop, test, and maintain scalable backend RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot on cloud platforms. Define API contracts/OpenAPI specs, implement OAuth2-based integrations, write automated tests, support CI/CD and deployments, troubleshoot production issues, participate in code reviews, and maintain technical and operational documentation.
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 PURPOSE:
Join Cat Digital Platform and help build the technology that powers Caterpillar's digital future. Our platform fuels the secure flow of data, insights, and services connecting customers, dealers, machines, and applications worldwide. As a Software Engineer, you will develop, test, and deliver scalable, secure, and customer-focused cloud solutions while contributing to the team's technical excellence and delivery success.
JOB DUTIES:
What you will have:
Top candidates will also have:
Additional Details:
Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $158,480.00
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:
August 12, 2026 - August 23, 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 PURPOSE:
Join Cat Digital Platform and help build the technology that powers Caterpillar's digital future. Our platform fuels the secure flow of data, insights, and services connecting customers, dealers, machines, and applications worldwide. As a Software Engineer, you will develop, test, and deliver scalable, secure, and customer-focused cloud solutions while contributing to the team's technical excellence and delivery success.
JOB DUTIES:
- Develop, test, and maintain backend RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS cloud services.
- Develop and maintain API contracts, payload schemas, and OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
- Implement integrations using established authentication and authorization standards, including OAuth 2.0.
- Develop automated unit and integration tests and participate in performance, load, and quality testing activities.
- Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application, integration, and production support issues.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline automation, deployment processes, and operational support activities.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, deployment guides, and operational runbooks.
What you will have:
- Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
- Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.
- 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.
Top candidates will also have:
- Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Java 21+, Spring Boot, API gateway technologies such as Apigee, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Understanding of API security concepts, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and service-to-service communication patterns.
- Strong understanding of data structures and object-oriented design principles.
- Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging technologies such as Kafka, AWS SQS, AWS SNS, AWS Kinesis, or RabbitMQ.
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as Aurora, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Redis, or Elasticsearch.
- Experience developing automated unit and integration tests and deploying applications using CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and collaborating effectively across engineering, product, and business stakeholders.
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:
$97,530.00 - $158,480.00
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:
August 12, 2026 - August 23, 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
- Develop, test, and maintain backend RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS cloud services.
- Develop and maintain API contracts, payload schemas, and OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
- Implement integrations using established authentication and authorization standards, including OAuth 2.0.
- Develop automated unit and integration tests and participate in performance, load, and quality testing activities.
- Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application, integration, and production support issues.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline automation, deployment processes, and operational support activities.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, deployment guides, and operational runbooks.
- Knowledge of software development tools and activities.
- Knowledge of software product design and architecture.
- Decision making and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Must be based in Chicago, IL (on-site requirement).
- Experience with Java 21+, API gateway technologies such as Apigee, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Understanding of API security concepts including JWT and service-to-service communication patterns.
- Strong understanding of data structures and object-oriented design principles.
- Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging technologies (Kafka, SQS, SNS, Kinesis, RabbitMQ).
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (Aurora, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch).
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
What the Team is Saying
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Caterpillar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching contributions and, for some groups, an additional age- or service-based annual company contribution; certain management/salaried and legacy groups also participate in defined‑benefit pensions. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is available alongside core retirement offerings, broadening long‑term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as comprehensive, supplemented by disability, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs. Recent materials highlight expanded EAP access with up to 16 counseling or coaching sessions per covered individual.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and adoption leave are part of the standard package, with durations varying by role and site. Public references include examples of substantial paid leave for birth parents at certain U.S. locations.
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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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