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Technology, Digital and DataJob 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.
Senior Robotic Control Software Engineer
Location: Melbourne (or willing to relocate)
Travel: To Caterpillar Proving Grounds as required (up to 20%)
As an Underground Technology Senior Robotic Control Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring delivery of a high-quality product.
The MineStar Underground systems are used in an integrated mine environment, to enable autonomous machine operations, production recording management and monitoring in underground mining applications, using onboard and offboard software and systems.
You will continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology, mentor and coach enterprise team members, and deepen your professional network.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Be a part of the Underground Technology Controls Software Team, engaging with stakeholders on schedule, process, and quality goals.
• Be a role model who follows Scrum and SAFe Agile methodologies for SDLC to deliver all commitments.
• Research and develop robotic control software for remote-controlled machines to meet required performance.
• Able to comprehend complex software, troubleshoot problems for root causes and fix software bugs and architecture defects
• Deliver quality software solutions backed by uncompromised code reviews and validations.
• Work with architects and cross-disciplinary teams to solve challenging problems and participate in design reviews.
• Continuation of the robotic automated test environment, progressing it to allow for eventual 100% automation of Area Isolation Management System Testing.
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Posting Dates:
September 28, 2026 - October 11, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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