Vehicle Controls Software Engineer - Los Angeles - XOS

    XOS
    XOS Los Angeles

    1 day ago

    $85,000 - $105,000 (USD) per year
    Description
    Drive the Future with Xos
    Xos (NASDAQ: XOS), is a technology company and electric truck manufacturer on a mission to decarbonize commercial transportation. We design and build state-of-the-art electric vehicles, develop advanced fleet management software, and create charging solutions that make fleet electrification seamless and cost-efficient.
    At Xos, we're problem-solvers, innovators, and go-getters, working together to drive a cleaner, more sustainable future. Join us and be part of the movement shaping the next generation of commercial transportation.
    The Role
    Xos is seeking a Vehicle Controls Software Engineer to help design, develop, and validate control software for our next generation electric vehicle platforms.This role involves defining software requirements, implementing and testing control algorithms, and preparing technical documentation with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and reliability. The position collaborates closely with cross-functional engineering teams to gather subsystem requirements and translate them into robust, production-ready control strategies. The Vehicle Controls Software Engineer plays an integral role in both the design and testing phase of development and regularly travels to Xos manufacturing facilities and customer sites to support vehicle commissioning, system testing, and on-site troubleshooting.
    What You'll Do
    • Define, interpret, and refine vehicle control system requirements, ensuring alignment with performance, safety, and compliance goals.
    • Design, implement, and integrate embedded control algorithms for electric powertrain and vehicle systems using model-based development tools (MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow).
    • Develop and execute system-level tests on HIL benches, simulators, and actual vehicles to validate control logic, and software performance.
    • Support vehicle commissioning, end-of-line testing, and troubleshooting activities at Xos manufacturing facilities and customer locations, including diagnostics and root cause analysis.
    • Create comprehensive documentation for control software design, implementation, and testing to meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
    • Review and assess the impact of software changes, participating in design and requirement reviews to ensure system-level consistency and reliability.
    • Support change control, version control, and requirements traceability in accordance with internal processes.
    • Provide technical feedback to support improvement tools, procedures, and software development standards.
    • Additional duties and special projects as assigned.
    What You'll Bring
    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
    • 2+ years of experience developing and validating vehicle-level control systems.
    • Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for real-time embedded control design.
    • Familiarity with C/C++ programming and automotive communication protocols (CAN,LIN, J1939)
    • Hands-on experience with HIL systems, diagnostic tools (ETAS INCA, Vector CANalyzer), and vehicle testing.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
    • Experience in fast-paced environments, with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
    • A valid Driver's License and a clean driving record are required for this position, as driving is an essential function of the role.
    • Ability to travel as required to support vehicle commissioning and field activities; position requires up to 60% travel
    Preferred
    • Experience in electric vehicle systems and architecture.
    • Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety standards
    The salary range for this role is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Xos Inc. reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skillset, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, geographic location, and other business or organizational factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.
    • California (Los Angeles Metropolitan): $85,000 - $105,000 annual base salary
    Benefits & Perks
    Xos is a people-focused company-we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package of benefits and perks designed to support their well-being and professional growth. We continually evaluate and expand our offerings to best serve our team.
    • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision - Coverage for you and your family, with PPO and HMO (California) plans available. We offer plans with 100% covered employee premiums. Employees can also enroll in a variety of voluntary ancillary benefits to further support their needs.
    • HSA & FSA Plans - Set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified healthcare expenses.
    • PTO - Accrue vacation time over time, with additional days earned as your tenure grows, plus sick time and paid holidays
    • Generous Company Holidays - Enjoy a generous holiday calendar, including a winter holiday hiatus in December.
    • Basic Life & AD&D Insurance - 100% covered by Xos, with the option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for yourself and eligible dependents.
    • Betterment 401(k) - Save for retirement with our employer-sponsored plan through Betterment.
    • Pet Insurance - Coverage for your furry friends to keep them healthy and happy
    • Additional opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in your career, just to name a few
    We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive. Our benefits continue to evolve to best support our team's well-being and success.
    Commitment to Equal Opportunity
    Xos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Xos provides equal access to services and employment to all qualified persons. For applicants with disabilities or limitations, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, requiring accommodations to complete the application and/or interview process, please email us at
    Candidate Data Privacy
    This notice describes how Xos (as used in this Notice, the terms "Company," "Xos," "we," "our," or "us" in this Notice refers to Xos, Inc., together with its subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates, who may handle your candidacy and application for employment) may collect, process, and use your personal data in connection with the recruitment process when you apply for a position.
    Xos 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 the recruitment process ("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. Xos 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 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.
    Xos may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform duties, including individuals on our People Operations Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Xos affiliates; and (iii) Xos's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
    Where permitted by applicable law, Xos may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Profile 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.
    Notice to Recruitment Services
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