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.
Your Impact 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.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Manager Information Technology to join our Application Services -CAT IT division.
The successful incumbent will oversee all aspects of the development process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, innovative solutions that align with our business objectives.
The preference for this role is to be based out of Bangalore or Chennai location.
What you will do
Job Roles and Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Project Management: Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure successful project completion.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies for the development and deployment of applications.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and performance of developed applications through rigorous testing and validation.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and present project updates.
- Continuous Improvement: Promote continuous learning and improvement within the team, staying abreast of industry trends.
- Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers, who build a better world.
What You Have:
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in IT management.
- Technical skills preferred - DevOps, RPA, Automation Tools, Python, Java, .NET
- Applicant must have worked on large scale implementations or transformation projects in any of the above technology, handling multiple stake holders.
- Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading and managing a team of developers.
- Project Management: Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ready to work in shift: 01:00-10:00PM IST (EMEA Shift)
Skills desired:
Core Application Systems: Knowledge of major production application systems used for delivery of services to internal and external clients; ability to leverage major production application systems in diverse situations.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Manages application-related issues, implications, and approaches with clients.
• Evaluates key interfaces and interdependencies among core applications systems.
• Explains features and benefits of core applications for consideration by business units.
• Implements existing and planned application enhancements in major business units.
• Tracks data flow between own applications and core applications in other business areas.
• Plans enhancement, conversion, and retirement strategies for core applications.
Information Technology Trends: Knowledge of marketplace experience, developments and trends related to the organization's use of Information Technology (IT); ability to apply knowledge of IT appropriately to benefit the organization.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Discusses existing and planned IT technologies relevant to own function.
• Participates in at least one major IT initiative within own function.
• Discusses several pertinent technology trends.
• Reviews organization's recent experience in introducing new technologies.
• Seeks the appropriate experts to obtain information or ask questions.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
• Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
• Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.
• Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.
• Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.
What you will get:
- Work Life Harmony
- Earned and medical leave.
- Relocation assistance
Holistic Development
- Personal and professional development through Caterpillar ‘s employee resource groups across the globe
- Career developments opportunities with global prospects
Health and Wellness
- Medical coverage -Medical, life and personal accident coverage
- Employee mental wellness assistance program
Financial Wellness
- Employee investment plan
- Pay for performance -Annual incentive Bonus plan.
Additional Information:
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, 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
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Posting Dates:
January 9, 2026 - January 22, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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