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Embedded Software Engineer - C++ and Linux

Caterpillar Inc.
Mossville, Illinois, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jan 2026
💰 $146,290/yr($97,530/yr$146,290/yr)

About the role

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

This is a position for a software engineer to develop Telematics on-board monitoring software for Caterpillar machine & engine applications.  The candidate’s duties will include but are not limited to:  developing, configuring, and testing Telematics on-board software using C++ in Linux; troubleshooting and correcting software issues; and reporting development status.  This position involves working closely with Telematics systems engineers, and other software development teams. 

What You Will Do:
• Gathering and analyzing user/client requirements to create the software requirements specification (SRS) document.
• Writing and implementing source codes of embedded systems and enhancing code samples of existing systems.
• Testing and debugging embedded system software using different tools/methods available to improve code quality and optimize system performance.
• Collaborating with other teams to provide post production support.
• Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science curriculum.

What You Will Have:
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

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.

Teamwork: Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
delivered products, technologies and services.

Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.

Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

System Testing: Knowledge of system and software testing; ability to design, plan and execute system testing strategies and tactics to ensure the quality of software at all stages of the system life cycle.

Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.
 

Top Candidates Will Have:
• Experience using scripting languages (e.g., Python).
• Experience with Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, SSL.
• Experience with CAN/J1939 protocols.
• Experience using real-time operating systems and object-oriented design patterns.
• Solid work experience with C++ and Linux.
• Experience using debugging tools for embedded systems (e.g. Lauterbach, GDB, Wireshark)

• Advanced degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum

Additional Details:
• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
• 10% or less travel is required for this role

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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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*

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