autonomy project team lead

Job Description

Career Area:

Engineering

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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.

Caterpillar products generate and process large amounts of data from sensors, on-board models, and control algorithms in real-time creating real-world machine usage information. As part of the overall digital strategy, Caterpillar has developed an integrated family of machine-based information technology products that interconnect machines to provide real-time guidance, tracking, monitoring and supervisory control of the operational mining fleet. This family of products is branded MineStar. The MineStar product range links with other mining and business information systems and is an integral part of the Mining Technology Enabled Solutions vision.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Product Manager to join our multi-disciplinary software engineering teams that develop world-class mining software solutions. The Product Manager will be responsible for prioritising and owning software features developed by a high-performing, self-managing and dynamic team, delivering high-value software for our enterprise customers.

Responsibilities:

• Performs program backlog refinement in the Agile Release Train for each Program Increment to ensure successful delivery of committed customer value per release.
• Works closely with the Solution Management team to gain a clear understanding of the prioritised epic so that feature breakdown and dissemination can occur on a timely basis to ensure adequate preparation time for the software teams.
• Leads feature refinement sessions with Solution Managers, Architects, and Tech Leads to organise, prioritise and create detail for the backlog of features.
• Works with the Product Owners to agree on accepted feature completion, including validation of the feature completeness, adherence to the set acceptance criteria, test plan completeness, automation test coverage, and that the feature otherwise complies with the prescribed Definition of Done (DoD).
• Collaborates with architects and technical leads to assist with decision-making and sequencing of the critical technological infrastructure required for feature delivery enablement, including modernising the codebase, introducing new components of the architectural runway, and managing technical debt.
• Owns the priority of work for the Agile Release Train and aligns the priority to that of Solution Management to ensure the right features are developed and delivered according to the whole of solution plan.

Experience Required:

• 4 years experience in working as a Product Manager or equivalent field.
• 4 years experience in mining.
• Experience with software-based product development, including owning, identifying and delivering value for customers, will be highly valued.

Skills Required:

• Strong customer focus and dedication to delivering a quality outcome for the customer.
• Willingness to take feedback on board and provide feedback to colleagues, junior staff, and leaders.
• Strong analytical, design and problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of modern technologies and methods of working.
• This role is an in-office position 5 days per week.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary based on degree and professional industry working experience. The Total Rewards package includes:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Attractive Bonus and Share options
• Career development with global prospects
• A strong commitment to safety and your wellbeing
• An inclusive workplace culture focused on quality, customer service, and the environment
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity, and equal outcome
• SMART spending APP
• The opportunity to do truly meaningful work in a supportive, constructive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Additional Information

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Posting Dates:

October 28, November 16, 2025

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

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Locations

BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

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