Harbinger
Technical Program Manager, Software
Harbinger, Garden Grove, California, United States, 92641
About Harbinger
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. Job Overview
Harbinger is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead our software development initiatives. You will coordinate complex software programs, drive the software development lifecycle, and communicate status and risk across the organization. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Program Management, you will ensure the delivery of core software and controls for a cutting‑edge electric stripped chassis for the medium‑duty truck market. Key Responsibilities
Own the program management for all major software domains, such as Vehicle Platform, Controls, ADAS, and Infotainment. Develop and maintain integrated software project plans from feature conception through validation and OTA deployment. Collaborate with software engineering, firmware, controls, and validation teams to define scope, track milestones, and balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Cross‑Functional Coordination
Serve as the key liaison between software development teams and hardware, systems, and vehicle integration teams to ensure tight alignment on dependencies and timelines. Proactively identify technical and schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential integration challenges, resource conflicts, or late‑breaking bugs. Agile & Process Leadership
Partner with software leads to implement robust Agile development processes, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, code reviews, and retrospectives. Facilitate software architecture reviews, technical deep dives, and ensure adherence to best practices for software quality and functional safety (ISO 26262). Participate in weekly Product Development Team meetings to report on software progress and resolve blocking issues. Issue Resolution & Tracking
Drive triage and resolution of software bugs and integration issues by generating and managing Jira tickets and implementing robust corrective actions. Release & Change Management
Oversee the software release management process, including version control, branching strategy, and build coordination. Collaborate with systems and manufacturing teams to manage software version effectivity and coordinate OTA update campaigns. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Experience
3‑5 years in a technical program management role within a software development environment (automotive software experience is a strong plus). Demonstrated experience managing the full software development lifecycle. Startup experience is advantageous. Technical Skills
Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Expertise with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) for project planning and issue tracking. Experience with SmartSheets or MS Project is a plus. Familiarity with software version control systems like Git. Domain Knowledge (one or more would be a plus)
Vehicle software architecture, vehicle controls, and real‑time operating systems (RTOS). EV powertrain control software (e.g., motor control, BMS, charging systems). Embedded systems, automotive ECUs, and software/hardware integration. Communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including perception, sensor fusion, and control algorithms. Functional safety (ISO 26262) or cybersecurity principles. Core Competencies
Strong project management skills from ideation to completion, with a solid understanding of both agile and waterfall methodologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences clearly and concisely. Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Flexibility to contribute beyond primary job responsibilities to support the team and the mission. Key Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered Early‑stage Stock Options Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave Annual Vacation Bonus Wellness & Fertility Benefits Cell Phone Stipend Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens Salary
California Pay Range: $120,000—$180,000 USD Equal Opportunity
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. Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes. 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 tracking interactions with our recruiting system, carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, and other lawful purposes. Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with internal personnel, affiliates, and service providers. Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Project Management and Information Technology Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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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. Job Overview
Harbinger is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead our software development initiatives. You will coordinate complex software programs, drive the software development lifecycle, and communicate status and risk across the organization. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Program Management, you will ensure the delivery of core software and controls for a cutting‑edge electric stripped chassis for the medium‑duty truck market. Key Responsibilities
Own the program management for all major software domains, such as Vehicle Platform, Controls, ADAS, and Infotainment. Develop and maintain integrated software project plans from feature conception through validation and OTA deployment. Collaborate with software engineering, firmware, controls, and validation teams to define scope, track milestones, and balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Cross‑Functional Coordination
Serve as the key liaison between software development teams and hardware, systems, and vehicle integration teams to ensure tight alignment on dependencies and timelines. Proactively identify technical and schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential integration challenges, resource conflicts, or late‑breaking bugs. Agile & Process Leadership
Partner with software leads to implement robust Agile development processes, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, code reviews, and retrospectives. Facilitate software architecture reviews, technical deep dives, and ensure adherence to best practices for software quality and functional safety (ISO 26262). Participate in weekly Product Development Team meetings to report on software progress and resolve blocking issues. Issue Resolution & Tracking
Drive triage and resolution of software bugs and integration issues by generating and managing Jira tickets and implementing robust corrective actions. Release & Change Management
Oversee the software release management process, including version control, branching strategy, and build coordination. Collaborate with systems and manufacturing teams to manage software version effectivity and coordinate OTA update campaigns. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Experience
3‑5 years in a technical program management role within a software development environment (automotive software experience is a strong plus). Demonstrated experience managing the full software development lifecycle. Startup experience is advantageous. Technical Skills
Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Expertise with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) for project planning and issue tracking. Experience with SmartSheets or MS Project is a plus. Familiarity with software version control systems like Git. Domain Knowledge (one or more would be a plus)
Vehicle software architecture, vehicle controls, and real‑time operating systems (RTOS). EV powertrain control software (e.g., motor control, BMS, charging systems). Embedded systems, automotive ECUs, and software/hardware integration. Communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including perception, sensor fusion, and control algorithms. Functional safety (ISO 26262) or cybersecurity principles. Core Competencies
Strong project management skills from ideation to completion, with a solid understanding of both agile and waterfall methodologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences clearly and concisely. Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Flexibility to contribute beyond primary job responsibilities to support the team and the mission. Key Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered Early‑stage Stock Options Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave Annual Vacation Bonus Wellness & Fertility Benefits Cell Phone Stipend Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens Salary
California Pay Range: $120,000—$180,000 USD Equal Opportunity
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. Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes. 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 tracking interactions with our recruiting system, carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, and other lawful purposes. Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with internal personnel, affiliates, and service providers. Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Project Management and Information Technology Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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