Manager Digital Product, API's

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.
Cat® Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital and analytics solutions for our customers and dealers. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide, our business and in the industries, we serve, data is generated continuously by Cat® equipment using the latest technology, advanced analytics, telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.
Job Description:
Product Manager for several key dealer and customer facing solutions including our VisionLink API's, 3rd Party API integrations and our Digital Marketplace. In addition, this position will develop and execute the strategy for our application catalog and developer portal. This is very much a working leader role interacting regularly with dealers, customers, product teams and business partners.
What You Will Do:
Product Manager - VisionLink API's & 3rd Party API Integrations

• Interact with VisionLink product team to ensure our API portfolio meets the needs of our dealers and customers.
• As the Product Manager, lead discussions with dealers and customers to help sell the value of utilizing our API portfolio.
• Develop feature backlog and provide prioritization to engineering teams. Provide business signoff and validation of newly developed capabilities.
• Interact with business partners to develop backlog for new 3rd party API integrations in support of making VisionLink the premier full fleet solution.
• Lead interactions with dealers and customers for onboarding, troubleshooting and feedback on existing solutions and capabilities

Product Manager - Digital Marketplace (DMP)

• Define and champion the strategic roadmap for the Cat Digital application catalog and API developer portal, aligning with Caterpillar's digital transformation goals

New Product Introduction (NPI) Leadership

• Provide NPI leadership for strategic programs within Cat Digital's Fleet & Equipment Management division.

What You Will Have:

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Extensive knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Program Management: Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control the set of projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives.
• Change Control: Knowledge of the processes and procedures by which a change is identified, evaluated, approved, monitored and documented; Ability to manage changes in the production environment and processes effectively+
• Problem Management: Knowledge of the processes involved in problem control, error control and the production of management information or computer hardware; ability to identify the root cause of problems in a timely and accurate manner and bring them to a successful resolution.
• Business Analysis: Knowledge of business analysis and the set of tasks, techniques and tools required to identify business needs; ability to recommend solutions that deliver value to stakeholders.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Superb communication, presentation, storytelling, interpersonal, and analytical skills

Considerations for Top Candidates:

• Digital Product Management, Product Owner or Business Analyst background
• Business knowledge of API's and use cases
• Experience interacting directly with dealers and customers
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical ideas, regardless of the technical capacity of the audience.
• Ability to cope with shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing products/projects using Product Management and/or Agile software tools such as Aha, Azure DevOps, Confluence
• Experience and history of progressive product and project leadership responsibility
• Knowledge and experience with connectivity/telematics and VisionLink
• Incumbents must have demonstrated excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex assignments.
• Must have ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as employees in other business units, customers, and dealers

What You Will Get:
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.
Additional Information:
This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL; Irving, TX or Broomfield, CO offices.
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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.
Summary Pay Range:
$144,960.00 - $235,440.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
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*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. 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.
Posting Dates:
August 15, 2025 - August 24, 2025
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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