Software Engineer Toro Bloomington, MN

Who are we?

The Toro Company is a Minnesota-based company with a rich history since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world‑class equipment to help maintain and beautify environments, from residential lawns and gardens to renowned venues like St. Andrews Links and Target Field. With over 100 years of operation and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come discover why The Toro Company is the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

As an Embedded Software Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor embedded software design and testing teams, ensuring the successful development and maintenance of new and existing products. This role involves both team leadership and individual contributions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and mentor embedded software design and testing teams, including the offshore embedded software test team in India, ensuring high‑quality deliverables within specified time frames.
• Plan and implement embedded software design, development, and testing projects, managing priorities, resource needs, and allocation.
• Oversee the development of embedded software for electronic technologies, ensuring compliance with functional safety regulations and standards.
• Supervise the creation and execution of embedded software test plans, promoting test automation and effective defect management.
• Coordinate with other departments, suppliers, and partners to achieve organizational goals.
• Provide technical mentoring and professional development for team members.
• Design and develop solutions, perform engineering calculations and studies, and investigate field issues.
• Set standards and expectations for embedded software design and testing practices.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive embedded software testing strategy that aligns with industry best practices.
• Implement effective defect tracking and management processes, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Balance work as a manager and as an individual contributor.

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, an individual should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field (required).
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or Business Management (preferred).
• Manager II-10+ years of experience in embedded software development with hands‑on product design and testing (required).
• 5+ years of supervisory experience (preferred).
• Manager I-6+ years of experience in embedded software development with hands‑on product design and testing (required)
• 2 years of supervisory experience (preferred)
• Strong understanding of hardware-software integration (required).
• Experience with complex electrical, mechanical, and software design for embedded electronics (required).
• Proficient in product specification development and system engineering (required).
• Skilled in various testing types: functional, regression, performance, usability, and security (required).
• Experience with continuous improvement processes in testing automation practices (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer orientation and ability to anticipate needs.
• Ability to mentor team members and guide development.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Results-driven, action-oriented, and possessing a high degree of integrity.

At The Toro Company, we strive to ensure our employees feel valued. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top‑tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits, we offer a variety of perks at our Bloomington, MN HQ location:

• Career Growth Opportunities: With a robust mentoring program and opportunities for professional development, you can build a successful and fulfilling career at The Toro Company.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work summer hours that allow you to start your weekends early. Once acclimated in position, we will consider 3 days a week in office and 2 weeks working remotely.
• Innovative Work Environment: Work in a collaborative and…