Job Description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

What's in it for you:

Thermo King is currently hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join our Controls Software team. This role is a dynamic and integral part of our team, driving the creation of cutting-edge software solutions that meet customer needs and tackle real-world challenges. By harnessing your expertise in software engineering principles, you will bring innovative projects to life and push the boundaries of technology. If you thrive on solving complex problems and want to make a significant impact, this is the role for you!

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will develop and maintain robust application software for Thermo King transport refrigeration units, with a specialized focus on the Rust programming language. This engineer will create software that runs within Embedded Linux and Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) environments. Working directly from incoming requirements, you will collaborate closely with the platform's technical lead to derive and document low-level designs. Additionally, you will be responsible for upholding software engineering standards through peer reviews, unit/integration testing, and documentation practices, while providing mentorship and guidance to engineers who are new to embedded software development.

What you will do:

• Design, develop, and deliver maintainable, safe, and concurrent embedded applications using Rust.
• Consume higher-level system and functional requirements to derive, document, and execute detailed low-level software designs in collaboration with the platform technical lead.
• Drive software quality and adherence to software development processes through comprehensive unit and integration testing, rigorous peer code reviews, and high documentation standards.
• Provide active mentorship and guidance to team members who are new to embedded software development or the Rust programming language.
• Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems running on Embedded Linux and RTOS.
• Participate in the core execution phases of the software development lifecycle from low-level design through integration, unit/integration testing, deployment, and manufacturing support.
• Make performance, memory, and optimization trade-offs to meet strict product requirements.
• Apply systematic problem-solving skills to define issues, identify root causes, develop, qualify, and implement corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Document and resolve software defects using a bug tracking system and track defects through resolution.
• Interface with cross-functional engineering and systems engineering teams to understand technical inputs and deliver high-quality software artifacts.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical engineering discipline
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience
• Experience developing software for Embedded Linux
• Strong proficiency in the Rust programming language
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, containerd)
• Hands-on commitment to robust software development practices, including unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and technical documentation
• Ability to translate functional requirements into clear, maintainable, low-level software designs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a passion for teaching and mentoring junior engineers

Preferred Qualifications

• Real-world experience building products with Yocto, including managing Kconfig, modifying device trees, and debugging kernel drivers
• Proficiency with C/C++ or Python
• Development experience with Zephyr RTOS
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$132,746.66 - $168,700.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.