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Senior Data Engineer, Python at Caterpillar

Caterpillar Chicago, IL

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Career Area:Technology Digital and DataJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc. leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide our teams use data technology advanced analytics telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better more sustainable world.Job Summary: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Data Engineering team you will be responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications especially supporting Digital AI programs.What You Will Do:Responsibilities of the incumbents are across functional lines with individuals assigned in new program development.Competent to perform all programming project management and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution.Support the development of programs leveraging AI and related cutting-edge technologiesInterpreting design requirements for engineering implementationBuilding and deploying CICD pipelinesImplementing source to target mapping as pipeline codeResponsibility for Unit and Integration testingMaintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habitsIdentifies and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the teamEmployee is also responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.What You Will Have:Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.Strong Learning ability: Demonstrated strong learning ability and a proactive approach to staying current with the latest technologies and industry trends.Considerations For Top Candidates:8 years or more of software development experience and solid working knowledge of OOP principles.6 years or more of experience in designing and developing software applications in Python.Experience working with Git version control on medium to large teams. Proficient in leveraging Github copilot for work efficiency.Exceptional communication skills with experience working on a cross functional team.Deploying software using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins Github Actions Azure Devops etc.Experience with AWS components such as Lambda Dynamo Fargate S3 Sagemaker IAM and RDSExperience working with Snowflake and able to write efficient SQL queriesKnowledge and experience with AI technologies such as LLM RAG LangChain framworks etc is a plusTechnical writing skillsWhat you Will Get:Working with a Fortune 100 leader you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. Weve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.About CaterpillarCaterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.Additional Details: This position has the option to be based out of either our Chicago IL or Peoria IL offices.#LI#BI (used to post on Built In)Summary Pay Range:$110520.00 - $179640.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement* These benefits also apply to part-time employeesVisa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.Posting Dates:December 9 2025 - January 1 2026Any 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.Not ready to apply Join our Talent Community.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Apache Hive,S3,Hadoop,Redshift,Spark,AWS,Apache Pig,NoSQL,Big Data,Data Warehouse,Kafka,Scala Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 110520 - 179640

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