Software Engineer, Enterprise Applications (Backend)

The role

This person will design, develop, and scale backend infrastructure for vehicle data management, simulations, and software management. They will work on backend architecture, API design, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain core backend systems for data and simulation applications.
• Build and manage high-performance APIs to enable data exchange.
• Implement efficient data storage, retrieval mechanisms, and ETL pipelines.
• Optimize server performance and resolve systemic bottlenecks.
• Architect and manage scalable cloud deployments using infrastructure as code.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues and bugs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions.
• Create and maintain documentation of system architecture, data models, and APIs.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience with a focus on backend engineering, distributed systems, or cloud architecture.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, Go, C++, or Node.js.
• Deep understanding of relational and NoSQL database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Extensive experience with RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and building resilient distributed systems.
• Fluency in infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices, secure coding techniques, and data privacy regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Genuine passion for sustainable technology and the electric vehicle (EV) industry.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree

Benefits

• 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

About the company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company. They aim to provide a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.