
About Samsara
Transforming physical operations with IoT technology
Key Highlights
- Public company following an $805M IPO
- Raised $930M in funding across multiple rounds
- Serves thousands of customers including Penske and Sysco
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA with 1001+ employees
Samsara is a leading IoT company headquartered in the Design District of San Francisco, CA, specializing in digitizing physical operations across various industries, including transportation, logistics, and construction. With over 1,000 employees and a successful $805 million IPO, Samsara has raised...
🎁 Benefits
Samsara offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, remote work flexibility, and comprehensive health benefits, including pare...
🌟 Culture
Samsara fosters a culture focused on innovation and technology, aiming to transform underserved operational sectors with IoT and AI solutions. The com...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Samsara is hiring a Senior Data Platform Engineer to enhance their data platform and support data-driven decision-making. You'll work with technologies like AWS, Apache Spark, and Python to deliver reliable data solutions. This role requires significant experience in data engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a strong background in building and maintaining data platforms that support analytics and business intelligence. Your expertise in AWS and Apache Spark allows you to design scalable data solutions that handle large volumes of data efficiently. You are proficient in Python and SQL, enabling you to develop data pipelines and perform complex data transformations. You understand the importance of data quality and governance, ensuring that the data you work with is accurate and trustworthy. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data solutions. You are familiar with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, which you use to deploy and manage data applications effectively. You are passionate about leveraging data to drive business outcomes and improve customer experiences.
Desirable
Experience with data visualization tools and frameworks is a plus, as is familiarity with machine learning concepts and practices. Knowledge of additional programming languages such as Java or Scala can enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
As a Senior Data Platform Engineer at Samsara, you will be responsible for designing and implementing data pipelines that enable various teams to leverage data for insights and decision-making. You will collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand their data needs and ensure that the data platform meets those requirements. You will work on optimizing data workflows and improving the performance of existing data systems. Your role will involve monitoring data quality and implementing best practices for data governance. You will also contribute to the development of new features and enhancements for the data platform, ensuring it remains scalable and reliable as the company grows. You will participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their roles. You will stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously looking for ways to improve the data platform and the services it provides.
What we offer
Samsara offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the future of physical operations. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Join us in our mission to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of physical operations across various industries.
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