Software Engineering Manager - Compressors

Software Engineering Manager - Compressors

Req

Job Location (Short):
Tallahassee, FL, USA

Employment Type:

Full Time

Segment:
Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type:
On-site

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Compressor Software to lead the development of a next-generation cross-product controls platform that will unify and enhance control systems across all existing compressor products, while enabling scalability for future innovations.

This role will oversee the creation of a new embedded software baseline for core control functions (bearing control, motor control, PID, etc.) and customer-facing experiences, with a strong emphasis on web-based interfaces
. Additional development areas include automated testing tools
, desktop engineering support applications
, and production line support tools
.

The successful candidate will build and inspire a high-performing, creative software engineering team that delivers world-class embedded control solutions, directly impacting product performance, quality, reliability, and cost.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of compressor control systems at Danfoss Turbocor, working on cutting-edge embedded software and customer experience solutions. You will lead a talented team, collaborate globally, and directly influence the performance and innovation of our products.

• Lead the Compressor Software Development department, overseeing product design, implementation, and verification.
• Hire, mentor, and retain top engineering talent at all levels.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and results-driven team culture.
• Support professional growth by helping team members set and achieve career goals.

• Manage group priorities, resources, and schedules to deliver projects on time, on budget, and with world-class quality
  .
• Maintain and improve departmental processes, tools, and procedures for sustainable efficiency and reliability.
• Lead maintenance and enhancement of existing embedded and PC software products.
• Oversee outsourced software projects when applicable.

• Develop product requirement specifications and verification test procedures.
• Implement embedded and PC software designs, including unit testing.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, problem-solving, and process improvement initiatives.
• Engage in customer system integrations and engineering workshops.
• Support new technology research and development efforts.
• Interpret product specifications, drawings, schematics, and designs.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and development environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• 5+ years of experience managing software engineering teams.
• 10+ years of professional experience across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Proficiency in developing PC or embedded applications in C/C++ using a real-time operating system (RTOS).

• Experience with automated software testing.
• Embedded Linux expertise.
• Peripheral driver design and troubleshooting (SPI, I2C, USB, Wi‑Fi, Ethernet).
• Experience with TI C28x MCU family or ARM microcontrollers
  .
• Proven success leading projects in a matrix organization.

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.

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.