Embedded Software Engineer

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.

The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning and control products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GPS, optical total stations, lasers, IMUs, and sonics.

The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance. As a Software Engineer, you are responsible for working within your delivery team to develop software that meets product and customer requirements within a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic environment.

As a Software Engineer, you are responsible for working within your delivery team to develop software that meets product and customer requirements within a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Writing C++, Android, Web and other code to extend and maintain machine control applications.

• Collaborating with the application domain experts and other software developers across multiple international sites to deliver identified customer value.

• Demonstrating a set of fundamental software engineering skills that result in predictability in engineering, scheduling and the quality of products developed.

Skills / Competencies

• Drive and passion for innovation, have a curiosity and willingness to learn.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability and motivation to work proactively, under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment across multiple time zones.

Qualifications / Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in computer science, engineering, mathematics, mechatronics or equivalent.

• Minimum 2- 5 years of experience developing C++ applications.

• Experience developing software applications that interface with hardware, sensors or other devices

• Experience with Java/Android or web browser-based UI software development is an advantage

• Experience with both Linux and Windows development

• Experience with C++ unit testing and wider test automation

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary based on degree and professional industry working experience.  The Total Rewards package includes:

• Competitive remuneration package

• Attractive Bonus

• Career development with global prospects

• A strong commitment to safety and your wellbeing

• An inclusive workplace culture focused on quality, customer service and the environment

• A commitment to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity, and equal outcome

• The opportunity to do truly meaningful work in a supportive, constructive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Additional Information:

Caterpillar of Australia is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Australia which can be found through our employment website http://www.caterpillar.com/careers.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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