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Sr. Systems Firmware Engineer, Connectivity

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The Sr. Systems Firmware Engineer will prototype and evaluate new products focused on Cellular and Wireless Connectivity and Location Technologies, working closely with product and software teams. This role involves hands-on development, collaborating with vendors, ensuring product compliance, and integrating security considerations.
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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 remote position open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area.    

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.
  • Understand and apply regulatory compliance requirements relevant to wireless and IoT devices.
  • 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

Minimum requirements for the role:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8+ years of professional experience working with firmware/software teams to develop solutions around one or more of cellular connectivity, wireless connectivity, and location technologies on embedded systems.
  • Broad hands-on development and test experience in the above technologies.
  • Working experience with embedded Linux systems and RTOS systems relevant to the above technologies.
  • Comfortable working with low-level C, Linux kernel development, debugging and diagnostic tools, and development workflows using CI/CD tools.
  • Experience with hardware-firmware integration and familiarity with hardware communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I²C, UART, SDIO).
  • Knowledge of security protocols, encryption methods, and secure boot processes in embedded systems.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

An ideal candidate also has:

  • Experience in Cellular Connectivity (5G/Private 5G, LTE, NB-IoT, Satellite), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Real-Time Location Systems (using UWB, RFID, GNSS, GLONASS, BLE).
  • Has worked on several products around these technologies from inception to the productization phase.
  • In-depth hands-on experience with developer boards and prototyping features, running experiments, and evaluating KPIs.
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certifications (e.g., FCC, CE) for wireless devices.
  • A self-starter attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and drive technology and product exploration.
  • Proficiency with Linux development tools, embedded Linux systems, SoCs, MCUs, and experience working with external vendors and SoC vendors.
  • Experience with cloud connectivity and IoT platforms.

Samsara’s Compensation Philosophy: Samsara’s compensation program is designed to deliver Total Direct Compensation (based on role, level, and geography) that is at or above market. We do this through our base salary + bonus/variable + restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) for eligible roles.  For eligible roles, a new hire RSU award may be awarded at the time of hire, and additional RSU refresh grants may be awarded annually. 

We pay for performance, and top performers in eligible roles may receive above-market equity refresh awards which allow employees to achieve higher market positioning.

The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$150,237.50$227,250 USD

At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.

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. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.

Accommodations 

Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

Flexible Working 

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

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