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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.\nOur team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As a software developer, you’ll focus and collaborate with team members to develop the core autonomy development framework used in critical on-board applications at Caterpillar that provide value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join!!\nWhat You Will Do:\nThe Autonomy Development Framework Developers will participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation\nDevelop production quality C++ software \nSupport requirements generation and architecture decisions and tradeoffs \nDevelop application framework and middleware while following work standards \nSupport functional safety software design and validation process \nCollaborate with team members to execute on goals \nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions \nOperate test benches and manage tasks using Azure DevOps \nWhat You Have:\nProblem 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.\nSoftware 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. \nProgramming: 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. \nTechnical Troubleshooting: Working knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation. \nConsideration for Top Candidates:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution. \nSkilled at programming in C++, with experience in developing and debugging software applications using this language \nExperience developing in Linux environments \nExperience in development of device drivers, hardware diagnostics, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initialization, & communication networks such as J1939/CAN/Ethernet \nExperience with industry-standard tools such as Git, GitHub, and Azure for version control, collaboration, and cloud services \nExperience with ROS (Robot Operating System) development; Familiarization with core robotics principles \nWorking knowledge of the concepts, technologies, and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI) \nStrong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals \nAdditional Information:\nThis position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Irving, TX office.\nDomestic relocation assistance is available for this position.\nVisa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.\nThis position will require up to 10% travel\n#LI\nSummary Pay Range:\n$112,710.00 - $183,140.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. 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