Caterpillar

Sr. Salesforce Solution Engineer

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Peoria IL USA

Hybrid

113K-183K Annually

Senior level

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Internet of Things • Software • Cybersecurity • Industrial

Cat Digital uses digital technologies to help Caterpillar Inc. customers build a better more sustainable world.

The Role

Responsible for designing developing and delivering scalable Salesforce solutions collaborating with Solution Architects and Engineers across multi-cloud implementations.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.
Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc. leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide our teams use data technology advanced analytics telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better more sustainable world.
Job Summary:
Join the Salesforce Solution team of Cat Digital team and be responsible to design build and deliver high quality scalable Salesforce solutions across multi-cloud implementation. This individual will be responsible for owning complex workstreams while collaborating closely with Solution Architects and Lead Engineers. The role spans solution design development testing and deployment with an emphasis on quality scalability and best practices.
What You Will Do:

Designing modifying developing writing and implementing software programming applications for target system using agile methods.
Acquiring client requirements; preparing solution designs integration strategies data models and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization.
Developing Proofs of Concept (POCs) for new applications and/or generating and enhancing solutions for existing applications.
Design and develop integration solutions with other systems using APIs middleware and ETL tools.

What You Will Have:

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Working Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Effective Communications: Working Knowledge of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Software Product Design/Architecture: Working Knowledge of software product design with focus on scalability and maintainability; ability to convert market requirements into software product design.
Software Product Technical Knowledge: Extensive Knowledge of technical aspects of Salesforce products and platform capabilities; ability to design configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.
Software Development: Extensive Experience with Salesforce development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.

Considerations for Top Candidates:

Extensive salesforce development experience (typically 8+ years with a Bachelor's or 5+ year of experience with master's degree in computer science or related field)
Experience in designing and implementation of Salesforce solutions using Salesforce Sales Service and Experience Cloud
Proven experience in some of the following:
- Designing developing deploying and maintaining software at scale.
- Developing applications using Salesforce OmniStudio (FlexCards OmniScripts DataRaptors Integration Procedures).
- Developing using Salesforce declarative capabilities like Flows and ability to determine right balance between declarative and programmatic solutions
- Developing using Apex LWC Batch Apex and APIs.
- Deploying using CI/CD tools such as Copado Azure Devops or other Salesforce Devops tools.
- Working within an Agile framework (ideally Scrum)
Strong understanding and/or experience in some of the following:
- Experience in data modeling and security architecture.
- Application architectural patterns such as MVC Microservices Event-driven etc.
- Utilizing Salesforce Data Cloud for unified customer data and real time insights.
- Develop and integrate AI driven workflows and automation using Agentforce capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints
Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment
Bachelor's degree in computer science Information Systems or related field

Additional Information:
This position will be based out of either our Chicago IL or Peoria IL or Irving TX offices.
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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. Join Us.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years we've been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$112710.00 - $183140.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market location job-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
April 21 2026 - May 4 2026
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.
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Top Skills

Apex

APIs

Azure Devops

Copado

Etl Tools

Lwc

Salesforce

Salesforce Omnistudio

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The Company

HQ: Irving TX

100000 Employees

Year Founded: 1925

What We Do

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc. responsible for bringing digital capabilities to our world-famous yellow iron. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide our teams use data technology advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Why Work With Us

The Cat Digital team is at the forefront of Caterpillar’s evolution. We take pride in solving complex problems by building new systems from the ground up. On our team you’ll leverage data from across our entire enterprise to find solutions that open a new world of possibilities for our customers and dealers. Join us in building a better tomorrow.