Software Engineer

Based in Caterpillar's Digital Factory in Decatur, Illinois, this Software Engineer role centers on delivering full-stack web applications for shop floor users. You will integrate OT and IoT data with Azure cloud services to visualize real-time manufacturing metrics and support informed decision-making on the plant floor. This onsite position combines hands-on development with cross-functional collaboration to translate complex operations needs into reliable software solutions.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 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

Technologies

• React
• Angular
• Python
• Django
• Flask
• C#
• .NET
• Microsoft Azure
• Azure SQL
• Event Hub
• Stream Analytics
• Azure Functions

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

Career Area

• Technology, Digital and Data

Posting Dates

• July 1, 2026 - July 9, 2026

Summary Pay Range

Salary range: $97,530.00 - $158,480.00