Vehicle Electronics & Embedded Systems Engineer (Hybrid, CA)

Glīd | Full time Vehicle Electronics & Embedded Systems Engineer (Hybrid, CA) Riverside, United States | Posted on 03/25/2026 I'm interested Share job via email Share this job with your network Job listing Job details Job Information Date Opened 03/25/2026 Job Type Full time Industry Logistics Work Experience 5+ years Salary $140-$170 base + equity City Riverside State/Province California Country United States Zip/Postal Code 92501 Job Description About GlīdGlīd is building a smarter way to move freight and rebuilding American logistics infrastructure from the railhead up by connecting road and rail through modern technology and thoughtful system design. Our mission is to unlock underutilized infrastructure and eliminate friction in first-mile logistics — reducing cost, emissions, and complexity across the supply chain.We are growing a hands-on team that values clarity and practical execution. At Glīd, engineers don't just deliver designs — they help shape how the company works as it scales.We're veterans, engineers, and operators building technology that serves people and communities — not the other way around. Our work represents the ultimate act of nation-building: strengthening the logistics infrastructure that underpins prosperity, resilience, and sovereignty.The MissionGlīd exists to rebuild American logistics infrastructure by synchronizing road and rail through modern vehicle platforms and intelligent systems. Our work focuses on unlocking existing infrastructure, increasing freight efficiency, and reducing the operational complexity that slows supply chains. By improving the first mile of logistics, we aim to strengthen economic resilience, national security, and long-term sustainability across the transportation network.Role OverviewReports to: Head of Vehicle Engineering.Type: Full-time | Hybrid | travel as required.Location: Riverside, CA or San Francisco Bay Area, CA.Design and integrate vehicle electronics and embedded systems across Glīd platforms.Build and debug electrical systems, firmware, and prototype hardware.Lead system bring-up and integration across distributed vehicle architectures.Solve complex problems across hardware, firmware, and system-level integration.Work closely with cross-functional teams to take systems from concept to production.Key ResponsibilitiesFirmware Integration & Vehicle SystemsOwn vehicle-level firmware integration across ECUs and distributed systems.Lead system bring-up, ECU communication, and integration debugging.Drive root cause analysis and issue resolution across firmware and electrical systems.Define firmware targets for each sprint and maintain stable vehicle builds.Coordinate firmware releases and communicate integration status to stakeholders.Embedded Systems DevelopmentDevelop embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems.Implement low-level software components, including drivers, bootloaders, and hardware abstraction layers.Integrate sensors, controllers, and communication interfaces across vehicle networks.Vehicle Communication NetworksWork with embedded communication protocols including CAN, CAN FD, LIN, I2C, and ISO-SPI.Electrical & Hardware DevelopmentDesign vehicle electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, connectors, and power distribution systems.Create electrical schematics and harness documentation.Support design and development of custom PCBAs for vehicle control systems.Bring up new hardware and support prototype builds and vehicle integration.Testing & ValidationDevelop validation and verification plans for firmware and electrical systems.Build and modify prototype electronics and harness systems.Support vehicle testing and troubleshooting during development and pre-production.Ensure systems perform reliably under real-world operating conditions.Why Join GlīdAt Glīd, you will help drive innovation in a mission-focused startup that is redefining freight logistics with autonomous, hybrid-powered vehicles. You will collaborate with a passionate...