Software Engineer, Harbinger Motors

Human Machine Interface & Embedded Linux, Qt

$160-180k

+ Early-stage stock options

React

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Linux

Terraform

C++

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Los Angeles

Office located in Garden Grove, CA

Commercial EV manufacturer

Job no longer available

Commercial EV manufacturer

201-500 employees

B2BTransportManufacturingElectric Vehicles

Job no longer available

$160-180k

+ Early-stage stock options

React

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Linux

Terraform

C++

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Los Angeles

Office located in Garden Grove, CA

201-500 employees

B2BTransportManufacturingElectric Vehicles

Company mission

To transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the medium-duty vehicle industry.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Familiarity with C/C++, Python, Embedded Linux, Qt/Qml, Buildroot, Busybox,
Experience developing software test plans and implementing software unit testing and integrated testing using SIL, and HIL environments
Familiarity with automotive communication physical layers: CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet
Experience with unit-test frameworks: slash, junit, google test, vectorCast, etc
Experience with requirements authoring tools: Polarion, DOORS, Jama, vizure, etc
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Hands-on experience with debugging tools and troubleshooting both software and hardware
Experience in using version controls systems (e.g., Github, Gitlab, Bitbucket, etc.)
Experience with cloud based storage APIs, and automation
Experience with web development a bonus: React, Go, Terraform, Typescript / JavaScript, and other relevant software tools

What the job involves

As a member of Harbinger's software team, you will play an active role in developing key features, both in-vehicle and outside vehicle supporting cross-functional teams
Lead development of user-interface module(s) code-base including graphical application programming and telemetry
Determine feature / functional requirements for information cluster, center screen, telematics module, other user interface modules
Implement communication interfaces for vehicle data and diagnostics
Develop and execute unit-test plans for software verification
Create development pipelines for software deployment
Support development of diagnostic tools for service, manufacturing, and customers
Root-cause reported issues with software, including in-vehicle problem diagnosis
Support fleet service groups in soliciting customer feedback
Support development of customer-facing portals and tools

Our take

Traditionally, commercial fleets and medium-duty vehicle operators have faced barriers such as high acquisition costs and limited options in the electric vehicle market. Harbinger aims to disrupt this landscape by developing an electric stripped chassis that specifically caters to the performance, durability, and lifespan expectations of Class 4 to Class 6 vehicles.

The company's focus on delivering an EV platform priced with zero acquisition premium addresses a key obstacle in the widespread adoption of EVs within the commercial sector. With impressive funding to its name and a 2025-announced deal to build trucks for FedEx, Harbinger Motors is ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electric mobility for commercial and speciality vehicles.

Steph

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

Glassdoor (4.2)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)

Nov 2025

$160m

SERIES C

Jan 2025

$100m

SERIES B

Total funding: $357.7m

Company benefits

100% Comprehensive Health Coverage: You and your loved ones are covered with top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance
Accelerate Your Wealth: As one of our first 100 employees, you'll have the opportunity to rev up your financial future with early-stage stock options
Unleash Your Time: Take control of your work-life balance. Salaried teammates receive flexible PTO and the freedom to celebrate holidays and wellness days as you see fit
Cruise into Vacations: Enjoy an exciting annual vacation stipend to help you recharge your batteries
Fuel Your Day: Forget brown bag lunches; we've got you covered with paid lunches and dinners to keep you energized

Company HQ

West Garden Grove, Garden Grove, CA

Leadership

John Henry Harris

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Previously worked at OED Consulting Engineers as a Hardware Engineering Consultant. They also served as the Head of Sentry Tower Hardware and principal Mechanical Engineer at Anduril Industries.

Phillip Weicker

(Co-Founder & CTO)

Previously co-founded Cannoo and held various roles at the company between 2017 and 2020. Before Cannoo, they worked at Faraday Future where they served as the Director and Senior Manager of Battery Systems.

William Eberts

(Co-Founder & COO)

Previously worked as an Engineering Project Manager at Anduril Industries. Before that, they were a Program Manager at Cannoo.

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