Team Lead - Embedded Software

Trane Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Team Lead, Embedded Software to lead a small team, contribute technically on embedded controls for Linux/RTOS, and drive continuous improvement. You will balance management with hands-on development, mentor engineers, and align roadmaps with business goals.

We require 7+ years in controls/embedded software, 2+ years in leadership, and a Bachelor's in Engineering or CS. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in controls, electronics, systems, or software engineering.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in people or technical management.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct reports, allocating them across project teams.
• Mentor and supervise team members, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure tools, resources, and training are available for the team.

Skills

Embedded software development

Leadership

CI/CD concepts

Team coordination

Systems engineering collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first.

For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business.

Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities?

Do you want to contribute to making a better future?

If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where Is The Work

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

What’s in it for you:

The Team Lead, Embedded Software will work as a member of the Electrical/Electronic Systems & Components engineering team at Thermo King, supporting transport refrigeration system development. This role will balance responsibilities between managing direct reports and contributing technically to embedded controls development projects. Additionally, the successful candidate will play a supporting role in strategic planning activities and provide input to ongoing discussions around continuous improvement within the Controls development process. The successful candidate will have a deep knowledge of embedded software development and understand how interactions with hardware, software, validation test, and systems engineering teams contribute to a successful product.

What you will do:

People Management

• Manage direct reports, ensuring they are effectively allocated across various project teams.
• Mentor and supervise team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Ensure that direct reports have the necessary tools, resources, and training to excel in their roles.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of direct reports, providing feedback and supporting professional development

Technical Contribution

• Develop, document, and implement best practices, standards, and guidelines for developing embedded software targeting Linux and RTOS platforms.
• Champion continuous improvement by soliciting internal feedback, conducting retrospectives, and tracking industry advancements to refine software development and testing processes.
• Promote reuse and modularity by ensuring well-documented, easy-to-understand interface definitions for internal and external development partners.
• Ensure all embedded development activities adhere to established processes and are continuously improved based on internal feedback and industry trends.

Strategic Planning

• Assist in planning and road-mapping activities to build development capabilities.
• Provide input on training needs, resource allocation, and technology strategies.
• Support alignment of development team objectives with organizational objectives.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science required. Other technical degrees may be considered with relevant work experience.
• At least 7 years’ experience in controls, electronics, systems, or software engineering experience is required.
• At least 2 years’ experience leadership in either people or technical management.

Key Competencies

• Ability to develop, document, and enforce coding and process standards for embedded software.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and integration with embedded build systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate a small team of engineers.
• Experience in automating processes is preferred.
• Knowledge in compressors, engines, or power electronics is a plus.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$119,800.00 - $170,135.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.