
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...
Overview
Samsara is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to lead the technical direction for their Platform team. You'll work on foundational systems that drive Samsara's software products. This position requires significant experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering, with a focus on building scalable systems that support complex product features. As a Staff Engineer, you bring fresh ideas and expertise to guide the technical design and architecture of the team. You are comfortable leading discussions and making decisions that impact the direction of the product.
You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Your experience includes mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence within your team. You are passionate about leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency and drive innovation.
What you'll do
In this role, you will spearhead the technical direction for the Platform team at Samsara. You will be responsible for designing and implementing foundational systems that support various product solutions, including Alerts, Workflows, Notifications, and User Management. Your leadership will enable the team to tackle increasingly complex features and customer use cases.
You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to ensure that the technical architecture aligns with business goals. Your role will involve making critical decisions regarding system design and architecture, as well as guiding the team through technical challenges. You will also play a key role in code reviews and technical discussions, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the team continuously improves.
What we offer
Samsara provides a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the future of physical operations. As a recently public company, you will have the autonomy and support to drive long-term projects that enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of operations across various industries. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
Join us in shaping the future of connected operations and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.
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