TL;DR

Senior Software QA Specialist: Working with a talented engineering team to build a new platform utilizing cutting-edge technologies with an accent on defect management for the CAT Digital Platform. Focus on identifying high impact issues, driving them to resolution, and performing root cause analysis.

Location: Must be based in either Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL

Salary: $112,710.00 - $183,140.00

Company

Caterpillar Inc. is a global team creating stronger, more sustainable communities.

What you will do

  • Work on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution.
  • Perform testing, project management, and quality assurance assignments.
  • Identify gaps in system test using your understanding of systems, regression, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing.
  • Perform validation activities of new and existing defects within software products.
  • Communicate with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software.
  • Identify high impact issues, drive them to resolution, perform root cause analysis, and assist leadership to make the right decision through data and quantitative decision making.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques.
  • Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques.
  • Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics.
  • Knowledge of software development life cycle.
  • This position requires the candidate to be based in either Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

Nice to have

  • Typically have 7+ years of experience in software test and/or software development
  • Demonstrated experience working on large complex programs and leading high priority deliverables
  • Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, Quality Assurance and Quality Control methodologies.
  • Leadership and/or project management experience in cross-functional high-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of AWS, SQL, ADO, Power BI, and Excel

Culture & Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonus