Software Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Software Engineer developing backend APIs used by multiple digital applications at Caterpillar. Focused on core services in Caterpillar’s digital ecosystem.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $79,800 - $119,760 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureJavaSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Developing backend APIs that can be used by multiple digital applications.
Developing variety of core/common & reusable services such as user onboarding, organization hierarchy, asset dynamic attributes, etc. into Caterpillar’s digital eco system.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related degree (selected candidates must complete their degree by their start date)
0-2 years of relevant experience related to this field (internships or academic projects are a plus)
Minimum cumulative GPA requirement 3.0/ 4.0 (no rounding)
Experience in developing, maintaining and supporting back-end services using JAVA 25 or higher and SpringBoot
RESTFul API Development
Experience deploying and maintaining software using public clouds such as AWS or Azure.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

JAVASpringBootRESTFul API Developmentbackend services developmentsoftware deploymentcloud computing