Caterpillar Inc.

Lead Data Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ChicagoIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $128,470 - $208,770 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Design/document standardized data models
  • Design/document data pipelines required to create the models
  • Work with multiple international teams for overall success of shared goals
  • Execute proofs of concept as needed to prove out solutions
  • Act as a subject matter expert for other team members on design & implementation issues
  • Regularly report on initiative status to peers and leadership
  • Standard administration tasks like time reporting, accomplishing training requirements, and task tracking via Azure DevOps

Requirements

  • Data Modeling Expertise: Extensive knowledge of designing and documenting standardized data models; ability to translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable data structures.
  • Data Pipeline Engineering: Proven ability to design, document, and implement data pipelines across cloud environments; deep understanding of data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration patterns.
  • Cloud Database Proficiency: Expert working knowledge with cloud database technologies; ability to evaluate, select, and integrate solutions aligned to architectural and business needs.
  • Cross ‑ Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with international business and technical teams; capability to build alignment, drive shared goals, and communicate complex concepts clearly.
  • Solution Prototyping & Innovation: Ability to execute proofs of concept to validate technical approaches; comfort exploring new technologies and rapidly iterating in a fast-paced environment.
  • Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Extensive experience serving as a subject matter expert for design and implementation topics; ability to guide, support, and uplift other engineers.
  • Progressive Technical Ownership: A track record of increasing responsibility in designing and delivering data products; ability to operate autonomously while driving long-term strategic outcomes.
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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
data modelingdata pipeline engineeringcloud database technologiesdata ingestiondata transformationdata orchestrationsolution prototypingtechnical leadershipmentorshipprogressive technical ownership
Soft Skills
cross-functional collaborationcommunicationalignment buildinginnovationautonomysupporting othersguiding teamsreportingproblem-solvingadaptability