Career Area:
Engineering
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.

Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled Embedded Linux Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ development, embedded systems, and Linux-based platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience developing software for advanced edge computing platforms such as NVIDIA IGX Thor, Jetson, or similar embedded systems, and a solid interest in applying AI technologies and agent-based solutions in embedded environments.

Looking for 7+ years of Experience.

Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop,



and maintain embedded software applications and platform services using Modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20).
- Develop software solutions for edge computing platforms such as NVIDIA IGX Thor, Jetson, or similar embedded systems.
- Follow established SDLC processes, coding standards, design reviews, test strategies, and release management practices.
- Ensure software quality through unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform complex debugging, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization across software and system layers.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with architects, product owners, QA teams, and cross-functional stakeholders in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment.
- Contribute to the adoption of AI technologies, AI agents, and intelligent edge computing solutions.
- Participate in sprint planning, ba

📌 Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Linux, C++ (Chennai)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Chennai