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Data Specialist

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Hybrid
Peoria, IL
132K-144K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Peoria, IL
132K-144K Annually
Senior level
The Data Specialist will manage projects, resolve technical issues, develop applications focused on business needs, and test software for accuracy.
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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.
Caterpillar Inc. seeks Data Specialist at its facility located at 501 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61630.
Program and manage projects and development assignments. Work directly on complex application and technical problem identification and resolution. Work on infrastructure components that may be used by one or more applications or systems. Drive application development focused on business needs. Guide the development of a structured application and interface code, new program and operations documentation. Direct the development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness. Perform integrated testing and customer acceptance testing of components.
REQS: This position requires a Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus 5 Years of progressive experience related to development on object-oriented and function programming languages (Python, Java, or Scala) or related occupation.
In the alternative the employer will accept, a Master's, degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus 2 Years of progressive experience related to development on object-oriented and function programming languages (Python, Java, or Scala) or related occupation.
Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Data integration development; (2) Building DevOps CICD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jira and Jenkins; and (3) Software tools and technologies, including AWS, Lambda, EMRC, and SQS/SNS.
Summary Pay Range:
$ 132,101.00 to $143,520
Compensation and benefits 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)
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonus


Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers , search [Data Specialist / Reference R0000294261 # LI-DNI] .
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
February 28, 2025 - June 29, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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Top Skills

AWS
Azure Devops
Emrc
Java
Jenkins
JIRA
Lambda
Python
Scala
Sns
Sqs

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