Data Specialist (Junior Data Architect)

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.

About Caterpillar 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 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. 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 Description We are seeking a skilled Data Specialist (Junior Data Architect) _to join our Financial Systems Tech Support – CAT IT Division. The incumbent would help design, review and implement modern data platforms on AWS and Snowflake to enable advanced analytics and support global finance transformation initiatives.  The preference for this role is to be based out of Bangalore PSN Office, KA-India What you will do As a Junior Data Architect on the Finance Data Platform Team, you will help design, review and implement modern data platforms on AWS and Snowflake to enable advanced analytics and support global finance transformation initiatives. Data Architecture & Modeling: Design enterprise data integration patterns and models. Create technical documentation and diagrams. Define data extraction and transformation rules. Solution & System Design: Architect end-to-end integrated systems for multiple business units. Maintain architecture blueprints aligned with enterprise standards. Leadership & Collaboration: Partner with Product Owners and Data Engineering teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions. Build consensus on technical solutions and guide implementation. Innovation & Technology Evaluation: Research and prototype new technologies and platforms. Stay current with industry trends and share insights. What you will have  Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in data engineering. Expertise in AWS and Snowflake; strong hands-on coding skills in python and sql. Strong SQL expertise. Strong python knowledge Good knowledge on Spark Good to have knowledge on ReactJs Hands-on experience with ETL tools (e.g., Datastage, Informatica, Snaplogic). Knowledge of AWS Glue, Lambda, Step Functions, Event Bridge, Cloud Monitoring, ALB, ECS, Fargate, Familiarity with data integration architecture and design. This position requires candidate to work a 5-day -a -week schedule in the office Preferred Skills: Experience with AWS, Python, Spark. Knowledge of Qlik replication tool. Exposure to Agile SDLC, CI/CD, and cloud-based development. Familiarity with ML and data analytics. Skills desired: Value Realization: Knowledge of value realization methods; ability to plan, execute, monitor and manage business activities and resources to determine and achieve the actual value from a business initiative as estimated in an associated business case. Level Basic Understanding: • Describes the importance of Value Realization milestones for long-term projects. • Assists in measuring and attaining post-project implementation value. • Identifies process changes or business value integration in change initiative plans and activities. • Contributes to project team communication regarding the linkage of a change initiative to its associated business goals and case.

Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience. Level Working Knowledge: • Uses comparisons to familiar ideas when introducing a technical or novel feature. • Separates fundamental concepts from supporting details in explaining a product or service. • Explains products and services with little or no use of technical jargon or advanced vocabulary. • Emphasizes the most important facts or features of a product or service. • Perceives lack of audience comprehension; further simplifies explanation when needed.

Agile Development: Knowledge of agile methodologies and the agile development lifecycle; ability to utilize formal agile methodologies, disciplines, practices and techniques for the delivery of new and enhanced applications. Level Working Knowledge: • Explains a specific agile process and its associated checkpoints and deliverables. • Works with a specific agile development methodology. • Interprets metrics used to measure progress and effectiveness. • Defines key selection and qualifying criteria for projects suitable for agile development. • Applies major tools and techniques associated with the specific methodology.

Cloud Computing : Knowledge of the concepts, technologies and services of cloud computing; ability to design, deploy and implement cloud computing solutions in various business environment. Level Working Knowledge: • Works with a specific cloud service model, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) or Software as a Service (SaaS). • Follows established procedures in defining client requirements for cloud services. • Implements a specific cloud service model, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS) or Serverless computing. • Carries out tasks, under supervision, to increase capacity or add capabilities through cloud computing. • Documents and resolves basic problems related to cloud security.

Database Design (Physical): Knowledge of database systems; ability to establish a data model for designing an organization's database that runs effectively and efficiently for better business outcome. Level Working Knowledge: • Researches relationships between different business data sets. • Participates in the establishment of data structures based on their relationships. • Adheres to an organization's database design policies. • Utilizes database design tools and techniques. • Tests the effectiveness of the database before its release for business use.

ETL Process: Knowledge of the extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) process; ability to develop a database through the ETL process. Level Working Knowledge: • Ensures the accuracy and effectiveness of data provided for the warehouse. • Loads selected data into the warehouse on a regular basis. • Derives necessary business or technical information from original data. • Acquires a large amount of data from different sources/systems. • Solves technical and administrative problems during the ETL process.

Information Management: 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. Level Working Knowledge: • Assists in the installation, configuration and support of information management software. • Participates in developing back-up, recovery and archival practices and procedures. • Analyzes issues and requirements for managing information resources. • Follows organizational guidelines and policies on information management. • Makes recommendations for enhancements to centralized and distributed databases.

Modeling: Data, Process, Events, Objects: Knowledge of data, process and events; ability to use tools and techniques for analyzing and documenting logical relationships among data, processes or events. Level Working Knowledge: • Defines common types of data, processes or event models. • Participates in model reviews and walkthroughs. • Explains existing models to clients and describes their associated business processes. • Focuses on modifying Data Structure, Access and Entity Relationship Diagrams. • Prepares reports to recap current findings and issues in data, processes or event models. 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

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EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.  

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: July 1, 2026 - July 7, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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