Manager Software Engineering at Caterpillar Inc.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Caterpillar Inc. Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Digital, DataIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or any other Engineering field
  • 12+ years with AWS, DevOps with Production Support expertise
  • 12+ years prior experience in DevOps/Operations Support and/or application development teams
  • Hands-on experience using large scale software development, preferably in Java, Python, scripting languages
  • Knowledge of CI/CD solution on any platform with prior experience
  • Expert knowledge of Infrastructure components (e.g., routers, load balancers, cloud products, container systems, compute, storage, and networks)
  • Deep experience on Key AWS services: EC2, S3, VPC, Route 53, RDS, CloudFormation
  • Ability to think about systems - edge cases, failure modes, behaviors, specific implementations
  • Ability to debug production issues across services and levels of the stack
  • Ability to make monitoring and alerting alert on symptoms and not on outages
  • Enthusiastic, go-for-it attitude with urge to fix broken things
  • Urge to collaborate and communicate asynchronously
  • Urge for delivering quickly and iterating fast
  • Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques, ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgement
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Lead Tier-2 and Tier-2.5 across platform and application support, ensuring timely resolution of day to day operational issues
  • Drive operational excellence, streamline support processes, and mentor the Tier-2 and Tier-2.5 team to ensure high service levels and continuous improvement
  • Maintain ownership of Tier-2 scope of work and ensure alignment with ITSM standards
  • Work closely with product owners, development teams, and subject matter experts to ensure seamless support handoffs and knowledge retention
  • Participate in sprint planning with the development team to stay informed of upcoming features and proactively prepare support strategies
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production systems to identify and resolve performance, scalability, and reliability issues proactively
  • Work closely with developers to identify and fix bugs and performance bottlenecks in the application code
  • Continuously evaluate systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement changes as needed
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and document operational processes, best practices, and procedures
  • Meet SLO, SLA, SLI’s defined in the Operations model
  • Set task prioritization and troubleshoot to closure of incidents
  • Improve Service observability
  • Proactively test the flexibility and resilience of the system
  • People management – Effectively manage the team by providing technical guidance and offering the right direction whenever needed

Skills

AWS
DevOps
Production Support
ITSM
Software Engineering
System Debugging
Monitoring
Alerting
Leadership
Mentoring
Operational Excellence

Caterpillar Inc.

Manufactures heavy machinery for various industries

About Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar Inc. designs and manufactures heavy machinery and equipment for industries such as construction, mining, energy, and rail. Their products include a wide range of machinery and engines that help clients complete large-scale projects. Caterpillar's equipment works by providing powerful tools that can perform tasks like digging, lifting, and transporting materials. What sets Caterpillar apart from its competitors is its strong aftermarket support, which includes maintenance and repair services, ensuring that their machinery remains efficient and reliable over time. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality products while also focusing on sustainability and community development through initiatives that improve education and reduce poverty.

Irving, TexasHeadquarters
1925Year Founded
$143.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Social Impact, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Annual incentive bonus plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development

Risks

Closure of Aurora office may impact regional economy and Caterpillar's reputation.
Partnership with Anti Social Social Club could dilute Caterpillar's industrial brand focus.
Advanced technology in Cat D8 dozer may face resistance from traditional customers.

Differentiation

Caterpillar's century-long history underscores its reliability and industry leadership.
The company integrates AI and IoT to enhance machinery performance and customer satisfaction.
Caterpillar's strong aftermarket services ensure product longevity and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for autonomous equipment boosts Caterpillar's innovation in heavy machinery.
Expansion of 5G networks enhances Caterpillar's remote operation capabilities, improving safety.
Caterpillar's commitment to sustainability aligns with the global shift towards eco-friendly practices.

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