Harbinger
Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Security
Harbinger, Garden Grove, California, United States, 92641
Embedded Engineer, Vehicle Security
Join Harbinger, an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company, to build and secure the next generation of electric medium‑duty trucks and chassis systems.
About the Team At Harbinger Motors 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. As part of the Software team you’ll focus on securing the embedded systems that power Harbinger’s vehicles, from bootloaders and firmware to in‑vehicle networks and update mechanisms.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate with software and hardware teams to design and implement security‑critical features for embedded controllers and vehicle networks.
Develop and maintain secure embedded Linux and RTOS environments across control modules for propulsion, chassis, and body systems.
Design and integrate mechanisms for:
Secure boot and firmware integrity verification
Cryptographic key management and hardware security modules (HSMs)
Secure OTA (over‑the‑air) updates and signed software deployment
Encrypted and authenticated vehicle communications (CAN, CAN FD, Automotive Ethernet)
Trusted execution environments (ARM TrustZone, TPMs)
Participate in threat modeling, secure code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
Support compliance with emerging vehicle security standards (ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29 R155/R156).
Contribute to system‑level design decisions that strengthen the vehicle’s overall security architecture.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
3+ years of experience developing and securing embedded systems (Linux or RTOS).
Strong proficiency in C++, C, and/or Rust for low‑level software development.
Experience in at least one of the following:
Linux kernel or driver development
Platform firmware (U‑Boot, EDK2)
Trusted OS development (OP‑TEE, Trusty)
Security co‑processor or TPM firmware
Familiarity with ARM‑based SoCs used in automotive or industrial applications (e.g., NXP, Renesas, NVIDIA Jetson, TI).
Working knowledge of vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).
Must be a U.S. Person due to access to export‑controlled technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing security features in automotive or commercial EV platforms, especially medium‑duty trucks or chassis control systems.
Familiarity with drive‑by‑wire architectures, domain controllers, or electrified chassis systems.
Knowledge of AUTOSAR Security, secure diagnostics (UDS), or secure update frameworks.
Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and its relationship to security.
Experience with cryptography, PKI, or secure manufacturing and provisioning processes for embedded ECUs.
Key Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early‑stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401(k), HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range: $160,000—$220,000 USD
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 or domestic partner status, age, military or veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.
Candidate Data Privacy 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. 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; establishing an employment relationship; complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; recordkeeping; ensuring network and information security; and other lawful purposes. Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with internal personnel who have a need to know; Harbinger affiliates; and service providers. 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, subject to applicable laws. Harbinger currently is 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 unless a signed written agreement exists.
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About the Team At Harbinger Motors 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. As part of the Software team you’ll focus on securing the embedded systems that power Harbinger’s vehicles, from bootloaders and firmware to in‑vehicle networks and update mechanisms.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate with software and hardware teams to design and implement security‑critical features for embedded controllers and vehicle networks.
Develop and maintain secure embedded Linux and RTOS environments across control modules for propulsion, chassis, and body systems.
Design and integrate mechanisms for:
Secure boot and firmware integrity verification
Cryptographic key management and hardware security modules (HSMs)
Secure OTA (over‑the‑air) updates and signed software deployment
Encrypted and authenticated vehicle communications (CAN, CAN FD, Automotive Ethernet)
Trusted execution environments (ARM TrustZone, TPMs)
Participate in threat modeling, secure code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
Support compliance with emerging vehicle security standards (ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29 R155/R156).
Contribute to system‑level design decisions that strengthen the vehicle’s overall security architecture.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
3+ years of experience developing and securing embedded systems (Linux or RTOS).
Strong proficiency in C++, C, and/or Rust for low‑level software development.
Experience in at least one of the following:
Linux kernel or driver development
Platform firmware (U‑Boot, EDK2)
Trusted OS development (OP‑TEE, Trusty)
Security co‑processor or TPM firmware
Familiarity with ARM‑based SoCs used in automotive or industrial applications (e.g., NXP, Renesas, NVIDIA Jetson, TI).
Working knowledge of vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).
Must be a U.S. Person due to access to export‑controlled technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing security features in automotive or commercial EV platforms, especially medium‑duty trucks or chassis control systems.
Familiarity with drive‑by‑wire architectures, domain controllers, or electrified chassis systems.
Knowledge of AUTOSAR Security, secure diagnostics (UDS), or secure update frameworks.
Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and its relationship to security.
Experience with cryptography, PKI, or secure manufacturing and provisioning processes for embedded ECUs.
Key Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early‑stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401(k), HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range: $160,000—$220,000 USD
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 or domestic partner status, age, military or veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.
Candidate Data Privacy 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. 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; establishing an employment relationship; complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; recordkeeping; ensuring network and information security; and other lawful purposes. Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with internal personnel who have a need to know; Harbinger affiliates; and service providers. 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, subject to applicable laws. Harbinger currently is 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 unless a signed written agreement exists.
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