Career Area:

Business Technologies, 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 solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Front-End Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our web applications' front-end architecture. This role requires a deep understanding of modern front-end technologies, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What You Will Do:

• Design and Develop: Create responsive and visually appealing web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.

• Architecture: Develop and maintain the front-end architecture, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• ·Collaboration: Work closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of user interfaces and back-end services.

• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

• Testing: Implement and maintain unit tests, end-to-end tests, and performance tests to ensure the robustness of the application.

• Optimization: Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

• Content Management: Integrate and maintain content management systems (CMS) to ensure user-friendly content updates and management.

• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Share knowledge with the team and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Mentorship: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.

What You Will Have:

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.

Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.

Software Integration Engineering: Knowledge of software integration processes and functions; ability to design, develop and maintain interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages.

Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design.

Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.

Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.

Considerations For Top Candidates:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field OR equivalent working experience

• 5 years of experience in front-end development, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Next.js, Angular, Blocks, Headless, or Vue.js.

• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and integration with back-end services.

• HCL CMC (eCommerce Management Center) experience would be a HUGE Plus.

• Familiarity with version control systems, such as GitHub.

• Experience with eCommerce Platforms such as Amazon, Shopify, etc.

• Experience with server-side technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP) is a plus.

• Knowledge of cloud services and deployment strategies (e.g., AWS, Azure)

• Database experience, including SQL

• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience with build tools and package managers, such as Webpack, Gulp, NPM, or Yarn.

• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.

• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.

• Experience with content management systems (CMS) such as AEM, WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

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:

Flexible hybrid work environment

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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.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

December 2, 2024 - December 16, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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