Data Architect - ERP & Cloud Solutions

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

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 Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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.

Join Cat Digital in this new and exciting Data Architect role in shaping the data architecture, strategy and standards enabling Caterpillar’s next generation Dealer ERP solution (Cat Converge)! You will work closely with product management, engineering, and business stakeholders to translate business outcomes into scalable, cloud-native data solutions that accelerate time-to-value and enable a seamless Cat Digital experience.

• Establish Data architecture principles and strategy for Dealer ERP related ecosystem including data migrations, integrations and related goals
• Develop detailed data architecture deliverables to solve business problems.
• Design data solutions which include system-to-system data flows, conceptual data models, and logical data models.
• Lead the evaluation and deployment of new solutions to add or enhance existing data product capabilities.
• Participate in addressing business requirements for applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver digital and data solutions that meet business results.

• Data Architecture:
  Extensive knowledge of processes, techniques and factors that affect data architecture; ability to design blueprints on how to integrate data resources for business processes and functional support.
• Information Management:
  Extensive knowledge of an organization’s existing and planned Information Architecture and Information Management (IM) methodology; ability to collect and manage information from different sources and distribute this information to enhance operational efficiency
• Cloud Computing:
  Working knowledge of the concepts, technologies and services of cloud computing, ability to design, deploy how data is managed and interact with cloud computing solutions.
• Requirements Analysis:
  Working knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

• Experience with data modeling and solutions related to ERP solutions (i.e. Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, etc)
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric
• Experience designing/architecting cloud-based solutions.

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.

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 to 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.

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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*

* These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

March 15, 2026 - March 20, 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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