<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><p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p><p>Harbinger Motors, an innovator in the electric vehicle industry, is seeking a talented and detail-oriented <strong>Firmware Engineer</strong> with a specialization in <strong>Motor Controls</strong>. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in embedded systems development and advanced motor control algorithms, focusing on electric vehicle powertrain applications. This role will play a crucial part in designing, developing, and optimizing firmware to drive high-efficiency electric motors and inverters.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Firmware Development:</strong> Design and implement embedded firmware for advanced motor control systems in electric vehicles.</li><li><strong>Motor Control Algorithms:</strong> Develop and optimize control algorithms such as <strong>Field-Oriented Control (FOC)</strong>, <strong>Vector Control</strong>, and <strong>Direct Torque Control (DTC)</strong>.</li><li><strong>Control Strategies:</strong> Implement control strategies for <strong>BLDC</strong>, <strong>PMSM</strong>, and <strong>AC Induction Motors</strong>.</li><li><strong>Performance Optimization:</strong> Enhance the efficiency, responsiveness, and safety of motor control systems through software development and tuning.</li><li><strong>Testing &amp; Validation:</strong> Perform testing, debugging, and validation of firmware using real-time simulation, <strong>Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)</strong>, and <strong>Motor Test Benches</strong>.</li><li><strong>Integration &amp; Debugging:</strong> Work closely with hardware, software, and power electronics teams to ensure seamless integration of firmware with motor control systems.</li><li><strong>Documentation:</strong> Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of firmware design, development processes, and testing methodologies.</li></ul><p><strong>Who You Are:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong></li><ul><li>3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, with a focus on motor controls and electric vehicle applications.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <strong>ARM Cortex-M</strong> microcontrollers or equivalent platforms.</li></ul><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></li><ul><li>Proficient in <strong>C/C++</strong> for embedded systems.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>motor control algorithms</strong> and <strong>digital signal processing (DSP)</strong>.</li><li>Experience with <strong>control theory</strong>, <strong>PID tuning</strong>, and <strong>sensorless control techniques</strong>.</li><li>Familiarity with communication protocols such as <strong>CAN</strong>, <strong>SPI</strong>, <strong>I2C</strong>, and <strong>UART</strong>.</li><li>Knowledge of <strong>inverter technologies</strong> and <strong>power electronics</strong>.</li></ul><li><strong>Tools &amp; Technologies:</strong></li><ul><li>Experience with embedded development tools (<strong>IAR</strong>, <strong>Keil</strong>, <strong>Eclipse</strong>) and <strong>MATLAB/Simulink</strong> for control algorithm development.</li><li>Proficient in testing and debugging tools such as <strong>oscilloscopes</strong>, <strong>logic analyzers</strong>, and <strong>HIL testing environments</strong>.</li></ul><li><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> Exceptional problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.</li></ul><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>$140,000</span><span>—</span><span>$180,000 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>

Software Engineer, Firmware (Motor Controls)

<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><p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p><p>Harbinger Motors, an innovator in the electric vehicle industry, is seeking a talented and detail-oriented <strong>Firmware Engineer</strong> with a specialization in <strong>Motor Controls</strong>. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in embedded systems development and advanced motor control algorithms, focusing on electric vehicle powertrain applications. This role will play a crucial part in designing, developing, and optimizing firmware to drive high-efficiency electric motors and inverters.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Firmware Development:</strong> Design and implement embedded firmware for advanced motor control systems in electric vehicles.</li><li><strong>Motor Control Algorithms:</strong> Develop and optimize control algorithms such as <strong>Field-Oriented Control (FOC)</strong>, <strong>Vector Control</strong>, and <strong>Direct Torque Control (DTC)</strong>.</li><li><strong>Control Strategies:</strong> Implement control strategies for <strong>BLDC</strong>, <strong>PMSM</strong>, and <strong>AC Induction Motors</strong>.</li><li><strong>Performance Optimization:</strong> Enhance the efficiency, responsiveness, and safety of motor control systems through software development and tuning.</li><li><strong>Testing &amp; Validation:</strong> Perform testing, debugging, and validation of firmware using real-time simulation, <strong>Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)</strong>, and <strong>Motor Test Benches</strong>.</li><li><strong>Integration &amp; Debugging:</strong> Work closely with hardware, software, and power electronics teams to ensure seamless integration of firmware with motor control systems.</li><li><strong>Documentation:</strong> Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of firmware design, development processes, and testing methodologies.</li></ul><p><strong>Who You Are:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong></li><ul><li>3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, with a focus on motor controls and electric vehicle applications.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <strong>ARM Cortex-M</strong> microcontrollers or equivalent platforms.</li></ul><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></li><ul><li>Proficient in <strong>C/C++</strong> for embedded systems.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>motor control algorithms</strong> and <strong>digital signal processing (DSP)</strong>.</li><li>Experience with <strong>control theory</strong>, <strong>PID tuning</strong>, and <strong>sensorless control techniques</strong>.</li><li>Familiarity with communication protocols such as <strong>CAN</strong>, <strong>SPI</strong>, <strong>I2C</strong>, and <strong>UART</strong>.</li><li>Knowledge of <strong>inverter technologies</strong> and <strong>power electronics</strong>.</li></ul><li><strong>Tools &amp; Technologies:</strong></li><ul><li>Experience with embedded development tools (<strong>IAR</strong>, <strong>Keil</strong>, <strong>Eclipse</strong>) and <strong>MATLAB/Simulink</strong> for control algorithm development.</li><li>Proficient in testing and debugging tools such as <strong>oscilloscopes</strong>, <strong>logic analyzers</strong>, and <strong>HIL testing environments</strong>.</li></ul><li><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> Exceptional problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.</li></ul><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>$140,000</span><span>—</span><span>$180,000 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>

Software Engineer, Firmware (Motor Controls)

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