Danfoss

Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

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2 months ago
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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About Danfoss

10,000+ employees

Danfoss designs and manufactures components and systems for refrigeration, HVAC, motor control, power conversion, hydraulics, and district energy used by OEMs, builders, and utilities. The family-owned company, founded in 1933 and headquartered in Nordborg, Denmark, sells compressors, valves, sensors, drives, and power solutions worldwide. Its products support electrification and energy efficiency across industrial machinery, automotive and marine equipment, and city heating and cooling infrastructure.

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