Lead Software Engineer

6 days ago

Kolding, Kolding Kommune, Denmark Danfoss Full time 96,000 - 192,000 per year
The Impact You'll Make

As our Lead Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering embedded software solutions that enable smarter energy use and support the green transition.

You'll help shape innovative control systems that improve energy efficiency in refrigeration and air conditioning, benefiting customers, communities, and the planet. 

You'll collaborate with software, hardware, and control engineers and coordinate with external development partners, taking ownership of product architecture, agile events, software–hardware integration, and product life cycle management.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead concept development and define product/software architecture for embedded control systems. 

Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality solutions. 

Apply best practices in automation, testing, quality assurance, and release processes. 

Facilitate agile events (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, demos) to drive collaboration and transparency. 

Manage technical requirements and support product management with expertise.

What We're Looking For

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer/Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field, with solid and proven experience in embedded software development and control systems. 

Excellent communication and leadership abilities to guide, mentor, and inspire cross-functional and external teams. 

Proficiency in real-time operating systems and C/C++ and Python (Structured Text and MATLAB/Simulink optional). 

Knowledge of CI/CD practices and modern software development tools. 

Understanding of communication protocols such as Modbus, CAN, and Bluetooth, and strong software–hardware interfacing skills.

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 annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about—we think they're great. Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us. 

For more information about the position, please contact Henning Lars Hansen, Head of electronics, For information about the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner, Karin K P Jensen,

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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.


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