At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams.
Key Responsibilities
At Samsara, we hire people passionate about building for the long term. As a Senior Technical Recruiter , you will scale our R&D teams—specifically Product Management—with intention, urgency, and high standards. We operate as the opposite of a volume shop; we are first-principled, outcomes-focused, and prioritize "what exceptional looks like" over traditional recruiting rulebooks. In this role, you will be treated like an adult and measured on impact rather than activity. Success means maintaining a high signal-to-noise ratio—hiring approximately 3–4 extraordinary people per quarter—while delivering a world-class experience that "woos" the best talent in the industry.
This role is open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area.
Execute Full-Cycle Recruiting: Lead the end-to-end hiring process for R&D IC and leadership roles, ensuring outstanding execution from first touch to close.
Act as a Strategic Partner: Work backwards from the needs of senior stakeholders, gaining a deep understanding of their business to influence who and how you recruit.
Drive Proactive Talent Strategy: Build high-caliber pipelines through market mapping and long-range engagement programs, even when no active roles are open.
Employ Creative Sourcing: Move beyond traditional methods by mapping talent networks and using direct outreach to engage top-tier candidates who aren't on the open market.
Optimize Hiring Processes: Proactively identify and resolve friction points to simplify the hiring journey and bring structure to ambiguous searches.
Collaborate as One Team: Support a "team-first" culture that rejects rigid candidate ownership rules in favor of collective success and honest feedback.
Apply Innovation: Utilize AI and modern tools thoughtfully to work smarter, move fast without cutting corners, and maintain a relentless focus on quality.
Requirements
5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including ownership of high-bar roles with hard-to-close profiles across multiple disciplines
Proven track record of successfully hiring for technical roles, such as Product Managers, Engineers, and Product Designers
Demonstrated success running searches for senior stakeholders (Director level and above), with an emphasis on trust, rigor, and influence
A “Talent Partner” mindset—you contribute insights, talent data, and structure that raise the bar beyond filling roles
Experience hiring for technical roles in innovative and high-bar companies
Proven ability to build effective outbound and passive talent strategies in constrained markets - especially where the "easy path" doesn’t work
Strong track record of navigating complex hiring scenarios, including pushback, ambiguity, and process risk, while keeping a long-term focus on hiring quality
Excellent communicator who aligns stakeholders, mitigates surprises, and delivers crisp execution
Experience leveraging AI tools thoughtfully and intentionally to drive more thorough, effective, and efficient recruiting - without compromising candidate quality or experience
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. This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.
Annual Base Salary
$116,322.50
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$175,950 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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