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Senior Software Test Engineer – Caterpillar Inc. Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a global team that cares about the work we do and about each other. We are makers, problem‑solvers, and future world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation—we make it happen with our customers, wherever we work and live. Career Area Technology, Digital and Data Job Summary The AI Assistant team seeks an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to join our innovative team at Caterpillar. As a Quality Engineer with senior‑level responsibilities, you will maintain high standards for mobile apps, craft test strategies, conduct manual and automation testing, and track defects carefully. You are an exceptional leader with excellent problem‑solving skills and proven experience across the mobile application space. What You Will Do Develop comprehensive testing plans for assigned features, incorporating manual, automated, exploratory, and ad‑hoc testing to ensure high‑quality releases. Take full ownership of feature quality by performing tests, evaluating risks, and clearly communicating results and release readiness to team members. Find opportunities for process optimization and collaborate with Engineering to improve team productivity and efficiency. Partner with Product Development, Product Management, Quality Engineering, Load & Performance, UX, and Operations teams to develop innovative testing strategies that meet market demands for functionality, scalability, reliability, and performance. Analyze feature requirements for each release, define testing strategies, and coordinate execution across relevant team members. Manage the full defect lifecycle—reporting, tracking, re‑testing—and produce detailed test plans, end‑to‑end scenarios, and status reports to support release decisions. What You Will Have Deep expertise in testing iOS, Android, and PWA applications. Experience with SDK development and testing in React Native, Native Android/iOS, Capacitor and other comparable frameworks. Solid understanding of mobile accessibility standards and experience conducting accessibility testing. Proven ability to develop test strategies, documentation, and both automated UI and functional tests. Exceptional skills in bug detection, regression testing, and defect tracking. Strong analytical and communication abilities, with a curiosity about solving complex and ambiguous problems. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated success in leading QA efforts for large‑scale, complex applications. Experience in internationalization and localization testing. Experience with iOS Mobile, XCode and Android Mobile, Android Studio. Solid experience with Automation and Manual Testing. React Native (python) > UI Testing, Appium. Azure Test Lab. Top Candidates Will Also Have Experience with backend and API testing. Experience with Playwright. Experience with AWS and Docker Containers. In‑depth knowledge and hands‑on experience with Appium for automating tests on both Android and iOS platforms, covering native, hybrid, and mobile web applications. Strong proficiency in Python programming, including experience with the Pytest framework for test organization and execution. 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. Additional Information This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL; or Irving, TX offices. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Construction and Machinery Manufacturing Summary Pay Range $110,520.00 – $179,640.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits 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 These benefits also apply to part‑time employees Posting Dates November 12, 2025 – November 18, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Caterpillar Inc.

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