# VP of Hardware at Parallel Systems

- Company: Parallel Systems
- What the company does: Backed by Congruent Ventures.
- Company website: https://moveparallel.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-29
- Apply by: 2026-12-13
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/parallel/jobs/5270003007?gh_jid=5270003007&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/parallel-systems-vp-of-hardware/

## About the role

Parallel Systems is pioneering autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles designed to transform freight transportation by shifting portions of the $900 billion U.S. trucking industry onto rail. Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions. Join our dynamic team and help shape a smarter, greener future for global freight. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Own system architecture and hardware design for the entire vehicle, including mechanical, electrical, power electronics, battery, thermal, braking, and running gear
- Own the overall hardware program schedule end to end,report on it regularly, and engage strategically with the CEO and leadership team on planning and execution
- Lead, hire, and grow the Hardware Engineering team, setting a high bar for technical excellence and speed
- Establish the system and hardware development process for new product introduction (NPI), including design reviews and release gates
- Define and execute the vehicle verification and validation (V&V) plan, including end-of-line production checkouts
- Set the 2-year hardware roadmap, including clear to build, buy, and partner decisions

Tags: Hardware Engineering

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