Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Danfoss GmbH; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer to design and implement autonomous control systems for heavy-duty off-highway vehicles. You will lead end-to-end development using ROS2 and C/C++ on Linux, integrate LiDAR, cameras, GNSS, and CAN bus, travel to customer sites to deploy and tune solutions, and ensure safety standards such as ISO 13849.

You’ll also work with Danfoss PLUS+1 for embedded control.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience developing complex robotics applications using ROS2 and C/C++ on Linux.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and onboard networks like CAN bus.
• Experience with perception/localization sensors (LiDAR, cameras, GNSS/GPS) and sensor fusion.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 13849/25119) and safety-critical systems.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites for deployment and support.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of autonomous control systems for heavy off-highway vehicles using ROS2 and C/C++.
• Design, test, and optimize sensor fusion, path planning, and vehicle navigation.
• Travel to customer sites to deploy, tune, and validate autonomous solutions on real machines.
• Bridge software and hardware with embedded control solutions using PLUS+1 platform.
• Drive rigorous testing and adherence to functional safety standards.

Skills

ROS2

C/C++

Linux

Vehicle dynamics

Control systems

Sensor fusion

CAN bus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

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 Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Are you ready to design the brains behind the next generation of intelligent machines? As our new Lead 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 using ROS2 and modern C/C++.
• Design, test, and optimize complex algorithms for sensor fusion, path planning, and vehicle navigation, integrating data from LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS.
• Travel to customer sites to deploy, 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 using Danfoss’ PLUS+1 platform.
• Ensure the highest levels of system reliability and safety by leading rigorous testing and adhering to functional safety standards like ISO 13849.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelors Degree in an Engineering related field with 8+ years of experience developing complex robotics applications using ROS2, combined with strong software engineering skills in C/C++ within a Linux environment.
• A solid understanding of vehicle dynamics, control systems, and onboard communication networks like CAN bus.
• Hands-on experience with perception and localization sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS, including sensor fusion techniques.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 13849/25119) and experience working with safety-critical systems.
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the willingness to travel to customer sites for 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.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.

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.

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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.

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