Caterpillar Inc.
Manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, engines, and industrial gas turbines.
5 hours ago
$126,000 - $204,720
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
107,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
test automation
performance testing
bug management
risk assessment
data integration
test documentation
The Lead Software Test Engineer, D365 will join the Cat Digital Dealer and Rental Systems team and report to the Senior Manager of Software Engineering, D365/ERP. This role serves as the technical authority for functional and performance testing of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations applications, ensuring resilient, future‑ready enterprise solutions.
Key duties include leading the ERP engineering team’s testing efforts, creating automated test suites, collaborating with support engineers on bugs and escalations, and producing both technical and non‑technical documentation. The engineer will also conduct risk assessments, root‑cause analyses, and drive process‑improvement initiatives while communicating end‑user feedback to product teams.
- Lead functional and performance testing for Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and Finance & Operations modules.
- Design, create, and maintain automated test suites using tools such as Leapwork, Azure App Testing, Playwright, JMeter, Ranorex, or Selenium.
- Collaborate with lead support engineer to manage D365 bugs, incidents, and escalations.
- Produce technical and non‑technical documentation and presentations for cross‑functional teams.
- Support architects and engineers with testing requests, reporting, and technical assistance.
- Conduct risk assessments, root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality‑assurance processes.
- Communicate end‑user feedback to product teams to influence roadmap and product quality.
- Drive initiatives to improve testing efficiency and productivity across the ERP engineering team.
- Apply SDLC and software product testing expertise to plan and execute testing strategies for large‑scale upgrades and migrations.
- Test data‑exchange interfaces, ETL processes, and integration of third‑party/ISV solutions.
- Advocate for QA insights within engineering, adapting communication for diverse audiences.
- Document system architecture, dependencies, and testing procedures for knowledge transfer.
- Utilize business intelligence tools to analyze data and inform decision‑making.
Requirements
d365
power platform
azure devops
sql
etl
communication
Candidates must have extensive experience in SDLC and software product testing, including large upgrades and migrations, as well as expertise in testing data‑exchange interfaces, ETL processes, and third‑party integrations. Strong communication skills, the ability to translate technical details for diverse audiences, and a background in business intelligence and Azure DevOps are essential.
- Proven experience with large‑scale enterprise D365 implementations and Power Platform testing.
- Extensive use of Azure DevOps, SQL queries, Azure tenant/environment management, and Azure microservices.
Benefits
The position offers a salary range of $126,000 to $204,720 together with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), HSA, FSAs, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and more. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, integrity, teamwork and sustainability.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), HSA, FSAs, health lifestyle programs, employee assistance, voluntary benefits, discounts, career development, incentive bonus, disability, life insurance, parental leave, adoption benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
- Salary range $126,000 – $204,720, plus variable compensation.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Security clearance
- employment offer conditioned on successful drug screen.
Overview
1925
Year Founded
The company was established in 1925 as a manufacturer of agricultural machinery and later expanded into construction equipment.
190+ Countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 190 countries, providing essential products for large-scale infrastructure, mining, and energy projects.
- The company's iconic yellow machines are used in construction, mining, oil & gas, and power generation projects.
- In recent years, Caterpillar has increasingly focused on sustainability through advanced technologies that improve machine efficiency and reduce emissions.
- Typical projects include large-scale infrastructure, such as highways, airports, and mining operations in remote areas.
- Caterpillar's product lines are known for their durability and performance, which have become the standard in the heavy machinery industry.
- Noteworthy achievements include innovations in autonomous machinery and advanced telematics for fleet management.
- Despite its massive size, Caterpillar maintains a reputation for responsiveness and adaptation to the rapidly changing global market.
Culture + Values
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Teamwork
- Commitment
- Sustainability
- Leadership excellence – sound business judgement, courage, curiosity, emotional intelligence and an enterprise mindset
- Power of Everyone – include, seek out and value people with different ideas and insights
- Learning and growth – providing limitless opportunities for employees to continually improve and develop
- Employee safety, health and wellness – focused on care, learning, and prevention
Environment + Sustainability
30% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030, aligning with Paris Agreement goals.
100% Sustainable
New Product Commitment
All new products by 2030 will be designed to be more sustainable through waste reduction, remanufacturing, lower emissions, or improved efficiency.
50% Landfill
Intensity Reduction
Aims to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030 through improved waste management practices.
25% Growth
Remanufacturing Sales
Seeks to increase remanufacturing sales and revenues by 25% from 2018 to 2030, promoting circular economy principles.
- Implement water management strategies at 100% of facilities in water‑high‑risk areas by 2030.
- Aspire to reduce recordable injury frequency by 50% from 2018 to 2030.
- Published inaugural TCFD report in 2023, disclosed Scope 3 use‑of‑sold‑products emissions.
- Net zero aligned with Paris Agreement goals (committed to reduced‑carbon future and supporting customers’ energy transition).
- Board‑level Sustainability & other Public Policy Committee established in 2022, ESG performance included in executive‑officer incentive plans since 2022.
Inclusion & Diversity
14 ERGs
Employee Resource Groups
The company supports 14 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster an inclusive culture.
- Global support for diverse backgrounds through the Power of Everyone initiative.
- Employee Insights survey drives global feedback and cultural development.
- ERGs enhance professional growth and innovation.