Senior Software Test Engineer

Senior Software Test Engineer – Caterpillar Inc.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a global team that cares about the work we do and about each other. We are makers, problem‑solvers, and future world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation—we make it happen with our customers, wherever we work and live.

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Summary

The AI Assistant team seeks an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to join our innovative team at Caterpillar. As a Quality Engineer with senior‑level responsibilities, you will maintain high standards for mobile apps, craft test strategies, conduct manual and automation testing, and track defects carefully. You are 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.
• Partner 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.

Additional Information

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

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Construction and Machinery Manufacturing

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. 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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