Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the Medium Duty vehicle industry. This broad, and to date poorly addressed, market segment includes class 4 to 7 commercial delivery vehicles, RVs and utility vehicles, among others. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies, Harbinger's first-of-its-kind EV platform will bring enhancements in vehicle performance, durability and operator comfort. And importantly, Harbinger's vehicles will be priced for zero acquisition premium relative to traditional gas- and diesel-based competitors, removing one of the most tenacious barriers to EV adoption.

Harbinger's team, with operations in Southern California and Michigan, includes industry veterans with expertise in powertrain, battery, chassis and software development, along with leaders in advanced manufacturing, corporate development, operations and finance. Our team members come from leading innovators, both in and out of the automotive industry, including Tesla, Rivian, Canoo, Ford, Anduril, and SpaceX.

Founded in 2021, Harbinger is a venture-backed startup on a rapid growth trajectory, looking for candidates that thrive on tackling complex challenges and who share in our passion to bring clean transportation alternatives to a segment of the market starving for innovation.

Harbinger is an electric vehicle startup dedicated to sustainability and a cleaner future. We’re looking for an IT Operations Manager to lead a team in a fast-paced, hyper growth environment. This person will oversee the daily management and strategic direction of our IT systems, ensuring excellent service, reliability, and security.

Responsibilities

IT Operations & Systems Administration

• Lead and mentor a team of IT support specialists
• Develop IT policies and best practices to scale with company growth.
• Deep collaboration with all departments to ensure seamless IT operations.
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement for hardware/software.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with SLAs by overseeing the IT ticket queue.
• Manage and oversee a 24x7x365 on-call rotation
• Oversee endpoint device and asset management (desktops, laptops, peripherals, etc)
• Manage on-prem and SaaS software and systems
• Administer identity & access management (IAM) and security policies.
• Ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding of employees.
• Provide network support (Wi-Fi, VPN, troubleshooting connectivity issues)
• Oversee our collaboration tools, conferencing services, and associated hardware. (Zoom, Slack, AV equipment, etc)

Requirements

• 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge IT service management methodologies such as ITIL
• Strong expertise in supporting Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android.
• Hands-on experience with SaaS administration and IAM solutions.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (firewalls, VPNs, Wi-Fi).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in a high-growth startup environment is a plus.

Rev up your career with our electrifying compensation and benefits package! At Harbinger Motors, we understand that your skills, experience, and expertise are as unique as our cutting-edge electric vehicles. That's why we tailor our offers to suit your individual profile, considering your years of experience, specialized knowledge, and market demands.

In addition to a competitive base salary, our perks charge ahead of the competition:

• 100% Comprehensive Health Coverage: You are covered with top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Accelerate Your Wealth: As an early stage employee, you'll have the opportunity to rev up your financial future with early-stage stock options.
• Unleash Your Time: Take control of your work-life balance. Salaried teammates receive flexible PTO and the freedom to celebrate holidays and wellness days as you see fit.
• Cruise into Vacations: Enjoy an exciting annual vacation stipend to help you recharge your batteries.
• Fuel Your Day: Forget brown bag lunches; we've got you covered with paid lunches and dinners to keep you energized.

These are just a few of our benefits and perks, as we're constantly adjusting and adding more benefits to best serve our teammates. At Harbinger Motors, we don't just offer jobs; we provide the fuel for your career journey. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transportation, where your hard work and dedication are always rewarded.

Get ready to drive your career forward with us!

$110,000 - $120,000 USD

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.

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