Senior Systems Firmware Engineer, Connectivity

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About the role:

The  HW Solutions FW team at Samsara is a newly established group focused on prototyping new products and technologies, as well as influencing SoC roadmaps well in advance of actual cross-functional product kick-offs. This team stays aligned with existing product teams while looking ahead to ensure future technology readiness. We seek candidates with broad system and firmware product-level hands-on development experience in one or more technology applications—Cellular and Wireless Connectivity, Location Technologies—focused on embedded systems.

As part of this tight-knit group within the Samsara HW organization, you will collaborate closely with product and software teams. You will be at the forefront of technology, engaging in deep evaluations and providing fast feedback to help hardware, product, and software teams make informed choices for next-generation technologies and products, as well as improvements to existing products.

You’ll thrive here if you enjoy working in an environment with multiple, often ambiguous, projects running simultaneously. Taking full ownership of your projects and being ready to support your teammates is crucial. This role is ideal for those who value close collaboration with teammates, have a strong focus on customers, and are motivated by the direct impact of their work on meeting customer needs.

This is a position open to candidates residing in the US.

You should apply if: 

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: The software, firmware, and hardware you build will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, getting food into grocery stores, and most importantly, ensuring workers return home safely.
• You want to build for scale: With over 2.3 million IoT devices deployed to our global customers, you will work on a range of new and mature technologies driving scalable innovation for customers across industries driving the world's physical operations.
• You are a life-long learner: We have ambitious goals. Every Samsarian has a growth mindset as we work with a wide range of technologies, challenges, and customers that push us to learn on the go.
• You believe customers are more than a number: Samsara engineers enjoy a rare closeness to the end user. You will have the opportunity to participate in customer interviews, collaborate with customer success and product managers, and use metrics to ensure our work translates into better customer outcomes.
• You are a team player: Working on our Samsara Engineering teams requires a mix of independent effort and collaboration. Motivated by our mission, we’re all racing toward our connected operations vision, and we intend to win—together.

In this role, you will: 

• Evaluate and prototype new technologies in Cellular Connectivity, Wireless Connectivity, and Location Technologies, especially focused on embedded systems (both Linux and RTOS based).
• Work with external technology and SoC vendors to evaluate technologies, influence their roadmaps, and ensure alignment with Samsara's product vision.
• Collaborate with product teams to understand their needs and align technology exploration with product requirements.
• Map new technologies to potential Samsara products by working closely with hardware and software teams.
• Communicate, collaborate, and develop with firmware/software engineers, product managers, hardware engineers, and support teams.
• Integrate security considerations into all stages of product development, ensuring robust and secure solutions.