Job Information
Danfoss Lead Expert, Product Platforms Strategy & Technology in Graasten, Denmark
Lead Expert, Product Platforms Strategy & Technology
Requisition ID: 42352
Job Location(s):
Graasten, DKTampere, FICopenhagen, DKHelsinki, FIVaasa, FI
Job Description
Danfoss Drives is looking for an experienced Lead Expert, Product Platform Strategy & Technology to ensure that we continue to be at the forefront of technological transformations.
Join us to drive a product platform that integrates research, speeds up innovation, and delivers business results. In this role, you will lead product platform strategies and support collaborative R&D initiatives that strengthen our Drives divisions and enhance our competitive position.
You will be located in one of our offices in Grasten, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Tampere or Vaasa.
Job Responsibilities
Strategy & Governance
Define, communicate, and maintain a compelling platform vision and roadmap that aligns with product goals and business targets
Ensure governance to guide platform decision-making and implementation
Accelerate time-to-market and secure broad adoption of new or reused platform assets
Research & Technology Management
Create and manage software technology strategy integrating emerging technologies and academic insights to support our business
Lead corresponding software-focused research
Act as a technology manager for software research when needed, collaborating with Drives teams, academia, and external research partners
Background & Skills
Master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Advanced degree (e.g., Ph.D.) preferred
Demonstrated success (5+ years) in platform management, R&D leadership, or technology strategy roles
Strong understanding of embedded real-time software architectures, product engineering lifecycles, and emerging technology trends. Experience with power electronics is beneficial
Proven record of accomplishment in leading cross-disciplinary or academic collaborations for product innovation
Ability to translate high-level business objectives into cohesive visions, roadmaps, and tactical plans
Optionally experience in securing and managing external funding or research grants
Excellent stakeholder management skills, adept at influencing across multiple business units and dotted-line relationships
Strong interpersonal communication, listening, and influencing skills, with the ability to champion change, rally teams around innovative ideas, and drive measurable improvements
Tangible business performance impact from platform driven products
History of delivering measurable gains in time-to-market and ensuring high adoption rates for research outcomes
Fluent English language skills and ability to navigate across cultures
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Possibility to work remotely
Pension plan
Personal insurance
Communication package
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
State of the art virtual work environment
Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
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.
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 42.000 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 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.