Software Verification Lead

About Us:

The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning, control and automation products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GNSS, optical total stations, lasers, sonics and IMUs. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance.

About The Opportunity:

Working in a team, you will be involved in the specification, design, documentation, and execution of testing of the machine control software and hardware. You will work closely with software and system engineers to ensure CTCT continues to provide high-quality products to the earth moving industry.

Key Accountabilities Key Outcomes:

Operational

Test Engineers will be assigned discrete segments of functionality from a project and will be responsible for:

• API, integration and system testing of products during development.
• Interpretation of high-level marketing requirements into detailed user-centric specifications suitable for development purposes.
• Create bug reports with detailed information and relevant supporting diagnostic information to allow the effective triaging and resolution of software issues.
• Creating and updating test and regression plans for new features or products or replacement products
• Creating and updating manual functional and non functional test cases.
• Developing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts to optimise the testing process and reduce manual testing efforts
• Continuous improvement of testing processes.
• Helping diagnose, troubleshoot and reproduce customer escalated cases
• Any other duties directed by Management as and when required

Health and Safety

• Demonstrates participation in the hazard reporting process.
• Demonstrates participation in accurate reporting of incidents.
• Contribute to a positive health and safety culture within the team
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment always.
• Reads, understands and follows all Safe Work Procedures
• Ensures access to and wears the appropriate PPE.
• Always work within the guidelines of the CTCT Health and Safety Policy or that of other PCBUs if off site
• Undertake training as directed to ensure you are competent to safely operate equipment.

Skills / Competencies:

• Curiosity and drive for continuous learning
• Effective and proactive communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong problem-solving
• Having a flexible approach to working in a changing environment
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team
• Analytical approach and attention to detail
• An understanding of the Agile software development process with a desire to learn.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum or 5 years experience in a relevant role, QA, Software Test Engineer or Software Engineer.
• ISTQB Certified Tester "Foundation Level"/"Advanced Level"/"Agile Tester" certification or equivalent certification is beneficial.
• An understanding of C++, Web or Android code is beneficial but not required.
• Experience with Auto Test writing, tools and framework

How to Apply:

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career as part of the Caterpillar team, apply today via: www.caterpillar.com/careers by attaching a copy of your resume.

Application close 12th November 2026

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Caterpillar of Australia and New Zealand is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship.