Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Danfoss; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer to architect and implement autonomous control software for heavy off-highway machines.

You will hands-on develop with ROS2 and C/C++ on Linux, deploy at customer sites, and drive safety-critical systems through ISO 13849 compliance, while leveraging the PLUS+1 platform and collaborating across R&D teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 8+ years in robotics.
• Experience with ROS2 and C/C++ in Linux.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, control systems, and CAN bus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of autonomous control systems for heavy off-highway vehicles using ROS2 and C/C++.
• Design, test, and optimize algorithms for sensor fusion, path planning, and navigation.
• Travel to customer sites to deploy, tune, and validate autonomous solutions on real-world machinery.
• Bridge the gap between software and hardware with embedded control solutions using Danfoss PLUS+1.
• Ensure reliability and safety by rigorous testing and ISO 13849 compliance.

Skills

ROS2

C/C++

Linux

Vehicle dynamics

CAN bus

LiDAR

GNSS/GPS

Sensor fusion

ISO 13849

Safety-critical systems

Education

Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Tools

Danfoss PLUS+1

Job description

Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Req ID: 50899 Job Location: Minneapolis, MN, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: Hybrid

The Impact You'll Make

Are you ready to design the brains behind the next generation of intelligent machines? As our newLead Engineer, you will develop the cutting-edge control systems that enable tractors, mining trucks, and construction vehicles to operate autonomously.

This isn’t just a coding job; you will be on the front lines of innovation. You will travel to customer sites, seeing your software come to life as you deploy and tune autonomous systems in challenging, real-world environments like active mines and vast agricultural fields.

Your work will directly transform the off-highway industry, making machinery safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. You will be a key technical leader, pushing the boundaries of robotics and shaping the future of industrial automation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the end-to-end development of autonomous control systems for heavy-duty off-highway vehicles usingROS2and modernC/C++.
• Design, test, and optimize complex algorithms forsensor fusion, path planning, and vehicle navigation, integrating data from LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS.
• Travel to customer sites todeploy, tune, and validateyour autonomous solutions on real-world machinery in the agriculture, construction, and mining industries.
• Bridge the gap between high-level software and vehicle hardware by developing embedded control solutions usingDanfoss’ PLUS+1platform.
• Ensure the highest levels of system reliability and safety by leading rigorous testing and adhering tofunctional safety standardslike ISO 13849.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelors Degree in an Engineering related field with 8+ years of experience developing complex robotics applications usingROS2, combined with strong software engineering skills inC/C++within a Linux environment.
• A solid understanding ofvehicle dynamics, control systems, and onboard communication networks likeCAN bus.
• Hands-on experience with perception and localization sensors such asLiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS, including sensor fusion techniques.
• Knowledge offunctional safety standards(ISO 13849/25119) and experience working with safety-critical systems.
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the willingness totravel to customer sitesfor hands-on system deployment and support.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 401k, annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about,we think they’re pretty great.

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. The range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000.

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.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.