Senior Software Test Engineer

Career Area : Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description :

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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.

Cat® Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital and analytics solutions for our customers and dealers. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact, and do the work that really matters. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide, our business and in the industries, we serve, data is generated continuously by Cat® equipment using the latest technology, advanced analytics, telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Job Summary :

The AI Assistant team seeks an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to join our innovative team at Caterpillar. Work as a Quality Engineer with senior-level responsibilities to maintain high standards for mobile apps. You will be responsible for the quality of our features, crafting test strategies, performing manual tests and automation testing, and tracking defects carefully. This candidate is an exceptional leader, with excellent problem‑solving skills and proven experience across the mobile application space.

What You Will Do

• Develop comprehensive testing plans for assigned features, incorporating manual, automated, exploratory, and ad‑hoc testing to ensure high‑quality releases.
• Take full ownership of feature quality by performing tests, evaluating risks, and clearly communicating results and release readiness to team members.
• Find opportunities for process optimization and collaborate with Engineering to improve team productivity and efficiency.
• Partners with Product Development, Product Management, Quality Engineering, Load & Performance, UX, and Operations teams to develop innovative testing strategies that meet market demands for functionality, scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Analyze feature requirements for each release, define testing strategies, and coordinate execution across relevant team members.
• Manage the full defect lifecycle – reporting, tracking, re‑testing – and produce detailed test plans, end‑to‑end scenarios, and status reports to support release decisions.

What You Will Have

UI Testing, Appium.

Top candidates will also have

What 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. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

Additional Information

This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL or Irving, TX offices.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's 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, we've 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.

Summary Pay Range

$110,520.00 - $179,640.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Posting Dates

November 12, 2025 - November 18, 2025

Any 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.

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