Senior Software Engineer

Danfoss; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss Drives is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop C++-based embedded software for industrial connectivity and fieldbus/wireless solutions. You will translate requirements into scalable architectures and collaborate with global teams to deliver high-quality products.

You will mentor engineers, participate in code reviews, debugging, and continuous improvement, while contributing to robust engineering practices across the workstream.

Qualifications

• Experience in C++ for embedded or industrial systems.
• Ability to design software architectures and system-level solutions.
• Experience in Agile development with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in debugging and software quality practices.
• Hands-on with modern tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop C++-based embedded software for industrial connectivity.
• Translate requirements into scalable software architectures and designs.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, testing, and quality improvements.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to deliver product initiatives.
• Mentor engineers and promote best engineering practices.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Software architecture

Agile

Debugging

Visual Studio

Git

Testing frameworks

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Automated testing

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

At Danfoss Drives, you will help shape the connectivity capabilities of next-generation variable frequency drives used across industrial applications worldwide. Your work will enable reliable, secure, and intelligent communication between machines, systems, and people, supporting greater efficiency and sustainability. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing embedded software for industrial communication and connectivity solutions, including fieldbus and wireless protocols. By transforming complex requirements into robust software, you will directly influence product performance, quality, and customer value. You will collaborate with global teams, contribute to technical innovation, and help drive the future of industrial automation and digital connectivity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and develop C++-based embedded software for industrial communication and connectivity solutions, enabling reliable device integration and data exchange.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate requirements into scalable software architectures and technical designs that support high-quality product development.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, testing, and software quality improvements to deliver robust and maintainable solutions.
• Work closely with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams to successfully deliver new product development initiatives.
• Mentor fellow engineers and contribute to continuous improvement, technical innovation, and best engineering practices across the team.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience developing software applications using C++, with a focus on embedded or industrial systems.
• Ability to create and interpret software architectures, technical designs, and system-level solutions.
• Experience working in Agile development environments and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Proficiency in debugging, problem-solving, and software quality practices, including testing and code reviews.
• Hands-on experience with modern development tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and automated testing frameworks.

What You’ll Get From Us

At Danfoss, you’ll join a purpose-driven company committed to engineering solutions that support a more sustainable future.

You Can Expect

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge industrial automation and connectivity technologies. Exposure to global projects and collaboration with international engineering teams.
• A culture that values learning, knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.