Firmware Engineering Manager

Summary

Join Samsara, a pioneer in the Connected Operations™ Cloud, as an Engineering Manager and lead teams in developing impactful features for our customers. You will manage a team of engineers focused on Video-Safety products, solving complex technical problems and driving architectural decisions. This remote position, open to US candidates (excluding specific metro areas), offers the opportunity to work on a large scale with millions of IoT devices deployed globally. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, foster a culture of performance, and contribute to Samsara's continued growth. The role requires significant engineering experience, including team management, and a proven track record of success in software development and project management. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Requirements

• 7+ years of engineering experience, including 2+ years managing teams of engineers
• Proven expertise in developing embedded software applications
• Proven track record of applying best practices in development, testing, and deployment, with a hands-on approach to code quality and architecture reviews
• Demonstrated ability to spearhead strategic initiatives, drive alignment across teams, and influence without direct authority
• Strong experience in project management, managing multiple projects simultaneously using agile development methods and tools
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and improving release processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale changes while maintaining team productivity and engagement during transitions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in delivering products and capabilities that contribute to Samsara’s products and revenue
• Manage a team of engineers, ensuring alignment with business objectives and optimizing team productivity
• Manage a team of engineers on our Video-Safety products, solving complex technical problems, guiding architectural decisions, improving quality, and owning key aspects of our tech stack
• Ensure long-term scalability by driving key architectural outcomes and overseeing technical solutions that support both immediate needs and future growth
• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to align technical roadmaps with product and business goals, influencing broader organizational strategies
• Foster a culture of performance and accountability by conducting regular performance reviews, addressing underperformance, and mentoring team members for growth
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices
• Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded software applications in Golang
• Experience with Atlassian tool set (e.g.; Jira, Confluence, etc.)
• Experience with network protocols (e.g.; TCP/IP, HTTP, gRPC, etc.) and wireless technologies (e.g.; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.)
• BS and/or MS in Computer Science or related field

Benefits

Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more