Automation Engineer

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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.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a Java Engineer to design, build, and enhance modern applications that support AI-driven and intelligent digital capabilities as part of a broader modernization program. This role focuses on transforming existing systems into scalable, reliable, and production-ready solutions aligned with modern architecture and engineering practices. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the design, development, and delivery of Java-based applications and services
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code aligned with coding standards
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality
• Collaborate with senior developers, architects, and team members to understand and implement solutions
• Support analysis and enhancement of existing or legacy systems
• Work with DevOps teams on build, integration, and deployment processes
• Troubleshoot issues, debug applications, and support production fixes
• Contribute to improving application performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Learn and apply automation techniques and tools to improve development efficiency
• Support development of APIs and services as per the architecture standards. 

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience 1+ years of experience in software engineering, platform engineering, or distributed systems
• Good understanding of Java/J2EE, OOP concepts, and basic design patterns
• Experience with Spring framework (Spring Boot preferred) and REST APIs
• Basic knowledge of JPA/Hibernate/JDBC and SQL
• Familiarity with unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit)
• Working knowledge of Git (basic branching and version control concepts) and build tools like Maven/Gradle
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills with eagerness to learn
• Exposure to Docker, containerization, or cloud platforms is a plus
• Basic understanding of application scalability and integration concepts
• Interest or awareness of automation, AI/ML integration concepts, or modern development trends (nice to have)
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work in team environments

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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