Senior Autonomy Development Engineer

What You Will Do

• Develop production quality C++ software including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation
• Contribute to requirements generation and architecture design considerations for advanced technologies, semi‑autonomous, and autonomous solutions
• Support functional safety software design and validation process
• Collaborate with and mentor team members to execute on goals

What You Have

• Problem Solving: Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives, helps analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decisions on resolution, uses fact‑finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems
• Software Development Life Cycle: Identifies common issues, problems, and considerations for each phase of the life cycle, interprets product development plans and functional documentation
• Programming: Excellence in C++; interprets application system designs and program specifications; strong engineering practices, debugging/profiling skills; applies structured programming techniques to structured environments
• Technical Troubleshooting: Discovers, analyzes, and resolves software or application problems; analyzes code, logs, and current systems as part of advanced troubleshooting; records and reports specific technical problems, solving processes and tools used

Consideration for Top Candidates

• A Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Proven experience as an engineer supporting Robotics, Autonomy, or Automation technical projects
• Knowledge of robotics frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS)
• Knowledge of one or more of the following areas: Positioning, Planning, and/or Perception
• Knowledge of telematics‑based messaging and machine protocols
• Ability to survey literature for ideas and cover research papers into product implementation
• Experience in Mining or Construction preferred
• Experience with Track Type Tractors, Motor Graders, Wheel Loaders, Excavators, Mining Shovels or Tracked Loaders preferred

Additional Information

This position requires the candidate to work full‑time at the Mossville, IL or Dallas, TX office. Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. Visa sponsorship is NOT available.

This position will require up to 10% travel.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $112,710.00 - $183,140.00

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

EEO Statement

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates: June 16, 2026 - June 29, 2026