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Robot type
Construction
Location
IrvingTexasUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Salary
$112,710–$183,140 a year
Full-time

Senior Autonomy Development Engineer

Job description

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 Senior Autonomy Development Engineer develops and delivers production‑quality software that enables autonomous and semi‑autonomous functionality for heavy equipment operating in mining and construction environments.

Operating with a high degree of…

Job responsibilities

  • Develop production‑quality C/C++ software for autonomy and automation systems
  • Participate across the full software development lifecycle including design, documentation, coding, validation, and release support
  • Contribute to software and system requirements, architecture decisions, and technical trade‑offs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system issues using structured problem‑solving techniques
  • Support verification, validation, and functional safety activities
  • Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and validation teams
  • Communicate technical designs, trade‑offs, risks, and status to stakeholders
  • Mentor and support other engineers through collaboration and technical guidance

Job requirements

  • Programming: Excellency in C++
  • Interprets application system designs and program specifications.
  • Strong engineering practices, debugging/profiling skills.
  • Applies structured programming techniques to structured environments.
  • Software Development Life Cycle: Identifies common issues, problems, and considerations for each phase of the life cycle.
  • Interprets product development plans and functional documentation.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
  • Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decisions on resolution.

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