At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales Engineer (SE) at Samsara, you’d be part of a diverse group of technically-minded folks working together to bring our unique connected operations technology to customers. Our daily customer engagements include conversations around logistics/supply chain management, fleet maintenance strategies, global asset management, machine control systems/diagnostics, system integration, and regulatory compliance. This means a successful SE at Samsara will develop a thorough understanding of IoT hardware and sensors, hands-on installation/deployment scenarios, carrier networks, cloud infrastructure, and third-party system integrations (via our open API) to ensure the proper technical solution is presented to our customers.
Drive GTM Strategy for Emerging Tech: Act as the primary technical authority for new products entering the Mid-Market segment, ensuring the sales motion is repeatable and scalable.
Bridge Product & Field Engineering: Serve as a high-frequency feedback loop between Product Management and the SE Org, translating technical edge cases into product requirements and beta opportunities.
Master the "Command of the Message": Enable Account Executives (AEs) and SEs to lead with value-based discovery, helping them pivot from "features" to "strategic outcomes" for new technologies.
Scale Technical Knowledge: Create and deliver high-impact enablement content, including "Golden Demo" environments, technical whitepapers, and competitive battlecards for the MM sales tier.
Operationalize Adoption: Track the technical health of new product launches by monitoring proof-of-concept (POC) success rates and identifying common friction points in the deployment process.
Requirements
Technical Foundation: BS in Engineering (Electrical, CS, Mechanical, Industrial) or equivalent practical experience in industrial IoT or SAAS space.
Pre-Sales Excellence: 2+ years of experience in a customer-facing technical role (SE, Solutions Architect, customer/product support, or equivalent).
Strategic Sales Acumen: Familiarity with structured sales methodologies (e.g., Command of the Message, MEDDPICC) and the ability to coach others on these concepts.
Technical Aptitude: You possess a strong technical curiosity and the ability to quickly master new physical technologies, whether that’s vehicle diagnostics (OBD-II/J1939), industrial sensors, or API workflows. You are comfortable moving between the "physical" world of hardware and the "digital" world of cloud software.
Project Leadership: Ability to manage cross-functional initiatives without direct authority, specifically moving products from "Early Access" to "General Availability."
C ommunication: Exceptional ability to distill complex "bleeding edge" technology into clear, value-driven narratives for C-suite stakeholders.
Travel & Flexibility: Ability to travel up to 25% for customer onsites, product testing, and internal "Sprints."
Remote Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a remote-first environment while maintaining tight alignment with a global SE and Product organization.
Experience with APIs and/or scripting languages like Python.
Basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
Familiarity with Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake, MLflow).
Strong experience with operational IoT concepts like fleet routing, commercial navigation, commercial trucking fleets, logistics, and workforce management
The range of annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that OTE pay may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.
Annual OTE Salary
$95,795
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$144,900 USD
Benefits & Perks
At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.
Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.
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