Lead Software Engineer - PIM

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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.

The Lead Software Engineer – Product Information Management (Akeneo) is responsible for providing technical leadership, solution design, platform strategy, and delivery oversight for Caterpillar's Product Information Management capabilities. This role serves as the primary technical leader for the Akeneo platform, enabling scalable and governed product information solutions that support Caterpillar's digital commerce, customer experience, and enterprise data initiatives. The position combines deep hands-on expertise in Akeneo PIM or similar PIM platform with architecture leadership, team development, operational ownership, and strategic planning. The Lead Software Engineer works closely with Business Partners, Product Managers, Enterprise Architects, Data Governance teams, and external vendors to deliver solutions that address complex business challenges while continuously improving platform capabilities and operational efficiency. This role is expected to influence platform direction, identify innovation opportunities, establish technical standards, and lead a team of software engineers responsible for day-to-day delivery and support of Caterpillar's PIM ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Solution Architecture