Senior Software Engineer

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Chicago, Illinois Until 8/28/2026 5+ years exp First posted June 29, 2026 Last posted June 29, 2026
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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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Senior Software Engineer at its facility located at 540 W Madison St., Chicago, IL 60661. Manage Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) platform to drive effective digital marketing campaigns and solutions. Design, implement, and maintain Salesforce solutions that enhance marketing efforts. Develop and maintain Salesforce Marketing Cloud platform. Create and manage customer journey maps, email campaigns, and automation workflows. Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and implement marketing solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve issues within the Salesforce Marketing Cloud. Train and support other team members on the Salesforce Marketing Cloud platform. Assist in data integration, ensuring customer data is accurately captured, stored, and utilized. Keep up to date with the latest Salesforce updates and new technologies to drive continuous improvement. REQS: This position requires a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, and 5 years of experience as a Salesforce Marketing Cloud Developer or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Salesforce Marketing Cloud Certification(s); (2) Email marketing, customer journeys, and automation workflows; (3) AMPscript, GTL, CSS and HTML; (4) SQL queries; (5) SDLC; and (6) Agile tools such as Azure DevOps or JIRA. Travel: None. Telecommuting: 2-3 days/week.  

Summary Pay Range:  

$153,317.00 - $183,140.00 

Compensation and benefits 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*
  • 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

        * These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Senior Software Engineer / Reference # R0000379554] #LI- DNI

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 28, 2026 - October 27, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

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

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About this role

Summary

Manage Salesforce Marketing Cloud platform, develop marketing solutions, troubleshoot, and support team.

Job title

Senior Software Engineer

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

remote work allowed, based in Chicago, Illinois

Salary

$153k–$183k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

salesforce marketing cloud certificationemail marketingcustomer journeysautomation workflowsAMPscriptGTLCSSHTMLSQLSDLC agile

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

salesforce marketing cloudemail marketingautomation workflowsAMPscriptSQL
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Illinois, USA

Remote State

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City