Lead Software Test Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Lead Software Test Engineer ensuring quality engineering for Parts.cat.com, Caterpillar's global eCommerce platform. Drive technical leadership in performance testing and system validation.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeIrving • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $208,770 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsJMeterSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides advanced technical leadership in the design, development, and execution of application quality engineering and performance testing strategies for Parts.cat.com, Caterpillar’s global eCommerce platform.
Responsible for ensuring that complex, distributed software systems meet defined functional requirements, performance expectations, and production readiness standards.
Operates at a system level to influence software design, validate application behavior, and ensure performance integrity across the full software development lifecycle.
Designs and leads the execution of functional testing strategies across UI, API, and integration layers using modern automation tools (e.g., Playwright).
Validates behavior of complex, multi-tier, distributed applications, ensuring correct transaction flow across frontend, services, and backend systems.
Defines and enforces test strategies, coverage models, and release readiness criteria.
Leads end-to-end validation across testing phases including in-sprint, regression, system integration (SIT), and E2E.
Ensures software products meet defined functional requirements, customer journeys, and business workflows.
Leads design and execution of performance testing strategies using tools such as k6, JMeter, and Artillery.
Designs and executes load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing aligned to production conditions.
Drives root-cause analysis and resolution of performance issues across application and infrastructure layers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Working knowledge of the Cat Digital Parts eCommerce environment, including application and environment setup, SDLC processes, quality engineering, test planning and execution, defect lifecycle management, release management, and production support practices.
Proven ability to apply quality-focused processes to deliver stable, reliable, and customer-centric digital solutions.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Extensive experience in software quality engineering, system testing, or performance engineering.
Proven hands-on experience with: Playwright (or similar modern UI automation framework) k6, JMeter, and/or Artillery for performance testing.
Strong experience in UI, API, and integration testing.
Strong understanding of distributed systems and application architecture.
Experience working in Agile and modern software delivery environments.

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

Quality EngineeringPerformance EngineeringFunctional TestingTest Planning And ExecutionDefect Lifecycle ManagementRelease ManagementRoot-Cause AnalysisLoad TestingStress TestingScalability Testing

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Computer ScienceEngineering, Or Related Field