Lead Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

About the role

Design the brains behind the next generation of intelligent machines. As Lead Engineer, you will develop cutting-edge control systems that enable tractors, mining trucks, and construction vehicles to operate autonomously. Travel to customer sites to see your software come to life, deploying and tuning 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 validate 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s 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.
• 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 willingness to travel to customer sites for hands-on system deployment and support.

Benefits

• Promotion from within and support for learning through mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• Flexibility, autonomy, and support to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued.
• 401k, annual bonus, paid vacation, and personal insurance (varies by country and contract).

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.