Cloud Testing Engineer III

Job Purpose

This position will focus on testing cloud-based systems with an emphasis on Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, while also contributing to edge device and firmware testing. This position will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our distributed systems, bridging cloud infrastructure and edge hardware. As an experienced test engineer the role will require deep expertise in designing and implementing test strategies for complex, distributed systems, with the ability to lead a team and drive quality across both cloud and embedded environments. This position will be located in Independence, MO.

Req ID

11528BR

City

Independence

State:

Missouri

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

• Assist in creating and executing test cases for AWS-based applications and infrastructure (e.g., EC2,S3, Lambda, RDS.
• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing for cloud services under supervision.
• Use AWS tools like CloudWatch or AWS CLI to monitor and validate system performance.
• Support automation of cloud testing tasks using scripts or tools provided by senior team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to ensure test scenarios are comprehensive and validate system functionality.
• Execute predefined test cases for edge devices and firmware, focusing on functionality and basic interoperability with cloud systems.
• Assist in validating communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, HTTP) between edge devices and cloud infrastructure.
• Conduct manual and semi-automated tests on embedded systems under guidance.
• Report defects and assist in troubleshooting firmware-related issue.

Education / Training

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.

Qualifications And Experience

• 8 years of experience in test engineering with at least 5 years focused on cloud-based system testing (AWS preferred);
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage tasks, mentor team members, and drive high-quality results.
• Proficiency with AWS services.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar for test automation and tooling.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, and CI/CD tools, containerized environments and their testing methodologies, security testing principles.

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to a production environment. Frequent/constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting or carrying (up to 30 pounds);
• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment. Depending on assigned project, position may occasionally require motions involved in an industrial working environment, including some kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping.
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing.
• Work Environment – Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to a light production environment.
• Emotional Demands – Working at a high level independently and in a team setting. Requires significant interpersonal skills.
• Safety – Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to production areas.

Benefits

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 Progress Rail. **

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

Independence, MO PRIIS - 287