Job Description
Job Title:  Software Engineer
Req ID:  48079
Job Location (Short):  Helsinki, FIN | Tampere, FIN | Vaasa, FIN
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment:  Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category:  R&D, Technology and Engineering
Work Location Type:  Hybrid

The Impact You'll Make

 

As an Application Software Engineer at Danfoss Drives, you will help shape the next generation of motor and grid control systems—solutions that directly accelerate the green energy transition. Your work will support electrification, energy efficiency, and more sustainable industries across the world.

 

You will join a team of curious engineers who share a passion for creating high‑quality, reliable control software. In this role, you will turn complex engineering challenges into user‑focused applications that enable customers to operate energy systems safely and efficiently.

 

This is an opportunity to contribute to technology with real environmental impact while developing your expertise in a collaborative, supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

 

  • Developing application software using MATLAB/Simulink to deliver robust and high‑performance control functionality.
  • Translating customer needs into clear application specifications that guide development and ensure real‑world impact.
  • Collaborating closely with engineers across disciplines to design, integrate, and validate application features.
  • Contributing to backlog planning and refinement to support predictable, high‑quality teamwork and delivery.
  • Sharing your expertise in drives, networks, and fieldbuses to help strengthen system behaviour and interoperability.

 

What We're Looking For

 

  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and model‑based software development.
  • Practical experience with motors and drives, drive systems, electricity networks, OR fieldbus technologies.
  • Ability to work effectively in a global engineering environment through clear communication and collaboration.
  • A proactive mindset, curiosity to learn, and motivation to solve complex engineering challenges.
  • Fluency in English and Finnish language is seen as an asset. 

 

What You'll Get from Us

 

We encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement. Your curiosity, motivation to learn, and passion for sustainable technology matter to us.

We assess applicants on a continuous basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

 

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, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty 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.

 


 

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.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.