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Caterpillar
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Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Platform Software (Linux, ROS2 & Middleware)

Caterpillar
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • designing platform
  • developing middleware
  • integrating systems
Requirements
  • Expertise in C++ and Embedded Linux
  • OS bring-up
  • BSP and device driver development
  • ROS2/DDS middleware
  • Yocto/Buildroot
  • Debugging and performance analysis, and CI/CD workflows
Technical tools mentioned
C++Embedded LinuxROS2DDSFast DDSCyclone DDSRTI Connext DDSYoctoBuildrootGitCI/CDDockerGDBValgrindPerfNVIDIA IGX ThorJetson

Job description

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.

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Platform Software Engineer to develop and maintain core platform software for next-generation embedded systems and edge computing platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Embedded Linux, C++, OS bring-up, middleware frameworks, device drivers, and platform integration, along with a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable, and reliable software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain platform software, middleware services, and system applications for Embedded Linux environments.
  • Perform Linux OS bring-up, Board Support Package (BSP) integration, and platform customization on ARM/x86-based embedded systems.
  • Develop and integrate ROS2, DDS-based communication frameworks, and middleware components.
  • Develop, integrate, and debug Linux device drivers and hardware abstraction layers for peripherals and sensors.
  • Design and implement system services for diagnostics, configuration, telemetry, logging, health monitoring, and device management.
  • Support platform integration activities across hardware, operating system, middleware, and application layers.
  • Perform complex debugging, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
  • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, application, and test teams to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Follow established SDLC, coding standards, design reviews, testing, and release processes to ensure software quality.
  • Participate in Agile/SAFe ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technical reviews.

Required Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Embedded Linux development.
  • Experience in Linux OS porting, BSP development, kernel configuration, and system bring-up.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • ROS2
    • DDS (Fast DDS, Cyclone DDS, RTI Connext DDS, etc.)
    • Device Driver Development
    • Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL)
    • Multithreading and Synchronization
    • IPC and Networking Protocols
    • Linux System Programming
  • Experience with:
    • Yocto
    • Buildroot
    • Cross-Compilation Toolchains
    • Git and CI/CD pipelines
    • Docker and virtualization technologies

Debugging & System Analysis Skills

  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities using:
    • GDB
    • Valgrind
    • Perf
    • Trace tools
    • Kernel logs and crash analysis
  • Ability to diagnose issues across hardware, kernel, middleware, and application layers.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Professional Competencies

  • Strong focus on software quality, reliability, maintainability, and process compliance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Ability to work independently and drive technical solutions.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scaled Agile (SAFe) environments.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with NVIDIA IGX Thor, Jetson, or similar edge computing platforms.
  • Experience with Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Industrial Automation, IoT, or Edge AI platforms.
  • Exposure to AI/ML deployment frameworks and AI-enabled embedded systems.
  • Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A highly skilled platform engineer who understands the complete software stack—from device drivers and OS bring-up to middleware frameworks such as ROS2/DDS and platform services—while maintaining a strong focus on quality, system integration, and engineering excellence.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 14, 2026 - July 30, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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About Caterpillar

Manufactures construction equipment, mining machinery, and industrial engines.

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