Danfoss

Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

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Minneapolis, MN, USAStaff+

Base Salary

$100k - $150k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end development of autonomous control systems for heavy-duty off-highway vehicles using ROS2 and C/C++.
  • Design, test, and optimize sensor fusion, path planning, and vehicle navigation algorithms using LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS.
  • Travel to customer sites to deploy, tune, and validate autonomous systems on agricultural, construction, and mining machinery.
  • Develop embedded control solutions using Danfoss’ PLUS+1 platform and bridge software with vehicle hardware.
  • Lead rigorous testing and ensure system reliability, safety, and adherence to functional safety standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.
  • 8+ years of experience developing complex robotics applications using ROS2.
  • Strong software engineering skills in C/C++ within a Linux environment.
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics, control systems, and CAN bus communication networks.
  • Hands-on experience with LiDAR, cameras, GNSS/GPS, and sensor fusion techniques.
  • Knowledge of ISO 13849 and ISO 25119 and experience with safety-critical systems.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, plus willingness to travel to customer sites for deployment and support.

Benefits

  • Mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  • Flexible work environment with autonomy and support for work-life balance.
  • 401k, annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and other benefits that vary by country and contract.

Tech Stack

Categories

EmbeddedRobotics
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