
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 Software Engineer - Connectivity to enhance their Vehicle Connectivity team. You'll work on integrating devices, vehicles, and the cloud using Java, JavaScript, and REST APIs. This role requires strong full-stack development skills and experience in IoT applications.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and operating features for complex systems. Your expertise spans both backend and frontend development, allowing you to contribute effectively across the stack. You are familiar with IoT technologies and understand the nuances of integrating hardware with software solutions. Your strong problem-solving skills enable you to tackle challenges in connectivity and data management, ensuring seamless user experiences.
You possess a solid foundation in programming languages such as Java and JavaScript, and you are comfortable working with frameworks and libraries that enhance application performance. Your experience with REST APIs allows you to design and implement robust interfaces that facilitate communication between devices and cloud services. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
You are passionate about the impact of technology on physical operations and are eager to contribute to projects that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. You have a growth mindset and are always looking for opportunities to learn and expand your skill set. You understand the importance of user feedback and data-driven decision-making in the development process.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is a plus, as is familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker. Knowledge of vehicle telematics and related applications will help you excel in this role. You are also open to mentoring junior engineers and sharing your knowledge with the team.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Vehicle Connectivity team, you will take ownership of developing features that enhance the connectivity of Samsara's Vehicle Gateway. You will work on integrating various devices and ensuring they communicate effectively with the cloud infrastructure. Your role will involve collaborating with firmware engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions that meet customer needs.
You will design and implement scalable software architectures that support the growing demands of IoT applications. This includes optimizing performance and reliability while maintaining a focus on user experience. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
You will also engage in troubleshooting and debugging complex issues that arise in production environments, using your analytical skills to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Your contributions will directly impact the success of Samsara's products, helping to shape the future of physical operations.
What we offer
Samsara provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that is transforming industries worldwide. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. Join us in our mission to improve the safety and efficiency of physical operations through technology.
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