<div><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;"><strong>About Harbinger</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;">Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.</span></p></div><h2><strong>Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Security</strong></h2><h3><strong>About the Team</strong></h3><p>At <strong>Harbinger Motors</strong>, we’re building the next generation of electric medium-duty trucks and chassis systems. Our clean-sheet platform combines advanced embedded control, drive-by-wire, and electrified powertrain technologies to deliver a safer, smarter, and more efficient vehicle foundation.</p><p>As part of the <strong>Software team</strong>, you’ll focus on securing the embedded systems that power Harbinger’s vehicles. From bootloaders and firmware to in-vehicle networks and update mechanisms, you’ll help ensure that our software is resilient against cyber threats and built with safety and trust at its core.</p><h3><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h3><ul><li>Collaborate with software and hardware teams to design and implement <strong>security-critical features</strong> for embedded controllers and vehicle networks.<br><br></li><li>Develop and maintain secure <strong>embedded Linux and RTOS</strong> environments across control modules for propulsion, chassis, and body systems.<br><br></li><li>Design and integrate mechanisms for:<br><br></li><ul><li><strong>Secure boot</strong> and firmware integrity verification<br><br></li><li><strong>Cryptographic key management</strong> and <strong>hardware security modules (HSMs)</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li><li><strong>Secure OTA (over-the-air) updates</strong> and signed software deployment<br><br></li><li><strong>Encrypted and authenticated vehicle communications</strong> (CAN, CAN FD, Automotive Ethernet)<br><br></li><li><strong>Trusted execution environments</strong> (ARM TrustZone, TPMs)<br><br></li></ul><li>Participate in <strong>threat modeling</strong>, <strong>secure code reviews</strong>, and <strong>vulnerability assessments</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Support compliance with emerging vehicle security standards (<strong>ISO/SAE 21434</strong>, <strong>UNECE WP.29 R155/R156</strong>).<br><br></li><li>Contribute to system-level design decisions that strengthen the vehicle’s overall security architecture.<br><br></li></ul><h3><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in <strong>Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science</strong>, or a related field.<br><br></li><li>3+ years of experience developing and securing <strong>embedded systems</strong> (Linux or RTOS).<br><br></li><li>Strong proficiency in <strong>C++, C and/or Rust</strong> for low-level software development.<br><br></li><li>Experience in at least one of the following:<br><br></li><ul><li><strong>Linux kernel or driver development</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li><li><strong>Platform firmware</strong> (U-Boot, EDK2)<br><br></li><li><strong>Trusted OS development</strong> (OP-TEE, Trusty)<br><br></li><li><strong>Security co-processor or TPM firmware</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li></ul><li>Familiarity with <strong>ARM-based SoCs</strong> used in automotive or industrial applications (e.g., NXP, Renesas, NVIDIA Jetson, TI).<br><br></li><li>Working knowledge of <strong>vehicle communication protocols</strong> (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).<br><br></li><li>Must be a <strong>U.S. Person</strong> due to access to export-controlled technology.<br><br></li></ul><h3><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience implementing security features in <strong>automotive or commercial EV platforms</strong>, especially <strong>medium-duty trucks</strong> or <strong>chassis control systems</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Familiarity with <strong>drive-by-wire architectures</strong>, <strong>domain controllers</strong>, or <strong>electrified chassis systems</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Knowledge of <strong>AUTOSAR Security</strong>, <strong>secure diagnostics (UDS)</strong>, or <strong>secure update frameworks</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Understanding of <strong>functional safety (ISO 26262)</strong> and its relationship to security.<br><br></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>cryptography</strong>, <strong>PKI</strong>, or <strong>secure manufacturing and provisioning</strong> processes for embedded ECUs.</p><div><div><div><div><strong>Key Benefits &amp; Perks:</strong></div><ul><li>Comprehensive Health, Dental &amp; Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered</li><li>Early-stage Stock Options</li><li>Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) &amp; Parental Leave</li><li>Annual Vacation Bonus</li><li>Wellness &amp; Fertility Benefits</li><li>Cell Phone Stipend</li><li>Complimentary Meals &amp; Stocked Kitchens</li></ul></div><div>California Pay Range</div><div><span>$180,000</span><span>—</span><span>$240,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;"><strong>Equal Opportunity</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;"><strong>Candidate Data Privacy</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:8pt;">Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.</span></div><p> </p></div>

<p>Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced for zero acquisition premium.&nbsp;<br />Harbinger: familiar form, revolutionary foundation.</p>

Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Security

<div><p><span><strong>About Harbinger</strong></span></p><p><span>Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.</span></p></div><h2><strong>Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Security</strong></h2><h3><strong>About the Team</strong></h3><p>At <strong>Harbinger Motors</strong>, we’re building the next generation of electric medium-duty trucks and chassis systems. Our clean-sheet platform combines advanced embedded control, drive-by-wire, and electrified powertrain technologies to deliver a safer, smarter, and more efficient vehicle foundation.</p><p>As part of the <strong>Software team</strong>, you’ll focus on securing the embedded systems that power Harbinger’s vehicles. From bootloaders and firmware to in-vehicle networks and update mechanisms, you’ll help ensure that our software is resilient against cyber threats and built with safety and trust at its core.</p><h3><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h3><ul><li>Collaborate with software and hardware teams to design and implement <strong>security-critical features</strong> for embedded controllers and vehicle networks.<br><br></li><li>Develop and maintain secure <strong>embedded Linux and RTOS</strong> environments across control modules for propulsion, chassis, and body systems.<br><br></li><li>Design and integrate mechanisms for:<br><br></li><ul><li><strong>Secure boot</strong> and firmware integrity verification<br><br></li><li><strong>Cryptographic key management</strong> and <strong>hardware security modules (HSMs)</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li><li><strong>Secure OTA (over-the-air) updates</strong> and signed software deployment<br><br></li><li><strong>Encrypted and authenticated vehicle communications</strong> (CAN, CAN FD, Automotive Ethernet)<br><br></li><li><strong>Trusted execution environments</strong> (ARM TrustZone, TPMs)<br><br></li></ul><li>Participate in <strong>threat modeling</strong>, <strong>secure code reviews</strong>, and <strong>vulnerability assessments</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Support compliance with emerging vehicle security standards (<strong>ISO/SAE 21434</strong>, <strong>UNECE WP.29 R155/R156</strong>).<br><br></li><li>Contribute to system-level design decisions that strengthen the vehicle’s overall security architecture.<br><br></li></ul><h3><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in <strong>Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science</strong>, or a related field.<br><br></li><li>3+ years of experience developing and securing <strong>embedded systems</strong> (Linux or RTOS).<br><br></li><li>Strong proficiency in <strong>C++, C and/or Rust</strong> for low-level software development.<br><br></li><li>Experience in at least one of the following:<br><br></li><ul><li><strong>Linux kernel or driver development</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li><li><strong>Platform firmware</strong> (U-Boot, EDK2)<br><br></li><li><strong>Trusted OS development</strong> (OP-TEE, Trusty)<br><br></li><li><strong>Security co-processor or TPM firmware</strong><strong><br><br></strong></li></ul><li>Familiarity with <strong>ARM-based SoCs</strong> used in automotive or industrial applications (e.g., NXP, Renesas, NVIDIA Jetson, TI).<br><br></li><li>Working knowledge of <strong>vehicle communication protocols</strong> (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).<br><br></li><li>Must be a <strong>U.S. Person</strong> due to access to export-controlled technology.<br><br></li></ul><h3><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience implementing security features in <strong>automotive or commercial EV platforms</strong>, especially <strong>medium-duty trucks</strong> or <strong>chassis control systems</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Familiarity with <strong>drive-by-wire architectures</strong>, <strong>domain controllers</strong>, or <strong>electrified chassis systems</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Knowledge of <strong>AUTOSAR Security</strong>, <strong>secure diagnostics (UDS)</strong>, or <strong>secure update frameworks</strong>.<br><br></li><li>Understanding of <strong>functional safety (ISO 26262)</strong> and its relationship to security.<br><br></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>cryptography</strong>, <strong>PKI</strong>, or <strong>secure manufacturing and provisioning</strong> processes for embedded ECUs.</p><div><div><div><div><strong>Key Benefits &amp; Perks:</strong></div><ul><li>Comprehensive Health, Dental &amp; Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered</li><li>Early-stage Stock Options</li><li>Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) &amp; Parental Leave</li><li>Annual Vacation Bonus</li><li>Wellness &amp; Fertility Benefits</li><li>Cell Phone Stipend</li><li>Complimentary Meals &amp; Stocked Kitchens</li></ul></div><div>California Pay Range</div><div><span>$180,000</span><span>—</span><span>$240,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div><div><span><strong>Equal Opportunity</strong></span></div><div><span>Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span><strong>Candidate Data Privacy</strong></span></div><div><span>Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span>Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.</span></div><p>&nbsp;</p></div>

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