Senior Software Engineer

Caterpillar - Peoria, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Peoria, IL

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-End Developer to join their dynamic team within Cat Digital. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining the front-end architecture of web applications, utilizing modern technologies to create responsive and visually appealing solutions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of user interfaces and back-end services while adhering to best practices in code quality and testing.

Responsibilities

• Create responsive and visually appealing web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Develop and maintain the front-end architecture, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Work closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of user interfaces and back-end services.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Implement and maintain unit tests, end-to-end tests, and performance tests to ensure the robustness of the application.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Integrate and maintain content management systems (CMS) to ensure user-friendly content updates and management.
• Keep abreast of the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices, sharing knowledge with the team.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

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

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Development opportunities with emerging technologies
• Inclusive environment for personal and professional growth