Java Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

. Design, develop, enhance, and support software applications using agile methods .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,370 - $122,060 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in designing and developing software applications using Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS technologies. Capable of translating client requirements into effective technical solutions while ensuring software quality through automated testing and integration.

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Java DevelopmentSpring Boot FrameworkAmazon Web Services (AWS)Microservices ArchitectureAutomated Testing Practices

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Hard Skills

JavaSpring BootOpenSearchAWS FargateAmazon Elastic Container Service (ECS)MicroservicesSoftware Development ToolsSoftware IntegrationTesting ApproachesWorkflow Automation

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingDecision MakingCommunicationCollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Agile MethodsApplication DevelopmentSoftware QualityMaintainable CodeApplication Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSJavaMicroservicesSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, enhance, and support software applications using agile methods
Translate client requirements into practical technical solutions
Improve workflows through automation
Write maintainable source code
Contribute to application integration, testing, and ongoing maintenance
Use automated testing practices to validate quality and ensure solutions meet requirements
Join an agile software engineering team designing, building, testing, and supporting reliable applications
Travel up to 5%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hands-on experience or academic/project knowledge in Java and Spring Boot
Experience or knowledge of OpenSearch and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Experience or knowledge of containerized deployments using AWS Fargate and Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS)
Microservices experience or knowledge
Ability to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make productive decisions using informed judgment
Ability to clearly share, receive, and interpret technical ideas, information, and stakeholder needs
Knowledge of software development tools and activities, with ability to apply a structured approach to delivering and managing software products
Ability to design, configure, and integrate software components, interfaces, platforms, and packages
Ability to plan and execute testing approaches supporting software quality and requirements adherence
Must be based in Chicago, IL, Peoria, IL, or Dallas, TX
Visa sponsorship is not available

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