Senior Program Manager, Recruiting Strategy and Technology

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 Senior Program Manager, Technology Strategy and Assessment is a critical position on the Global Recruiting Operations & Programs team at Samsara. This role will lead the development, optimization, and scalability of technology-driven assessment programs, focusing on strategy and operational excellence in partnership with the recruiting team and stakeholders across the business. The primary focus of this role is to build and implement advanced strategies for candidate assessment, standardized and efficient hiring practices, and the recruiting technology ecosystem to ensure an efficient, seamless end to end recruiting experience.

Success in this role:

• To excel, you should be adept at navigating ambiguity, adaptable to evolving needs, technologically savvy, skilled with tools and system design, and committed to collaborative success.

This role is open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin Metro, Boulder Metro, California, Chicago Metro, Connecticut, Dallas Metro, Denver Metro, Houston Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Seattle Metro.    

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.

In this role, you will: 

• Drive Technology-Focused Programs at Scale:
  
  • Lead large-scale, technology-aligned projects that support our global goals, overseeing planning, development, launch, and continuous improvement phases.
    
  • Collaborate with Recruiting Management, Recruiting Operations, Business Operations, and People teams to design, implement, and sustain technology strategies and tools that enable recruiting at Samsara.
    
  • Regularly report on technology program progress, metrics, and project outcomes.
    
• Lead the Hiring Assessment Program:
  
  • Define and implement scalable assessment solutions that streamline the hiring process and drive quality hires, incorporating technology-based structured interviews, assessments, and tools.
    
  • Partner with Recruiting Program Managers to integrate bias-reduction technologies and inclusive hiring tools.
    
  • Create and manage relevant training programs, certifications, and platforms to empower hiring managers and interviewers with effective, technology-driven assessment capabilities.
    
• Oversee Candidate Assessment Experience:
  
  • Enable and optimize the candidate journey using technology to create seamless, effective selection and assessment touchpoints.
    
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