Staff Firmware Engineer

at  Samsara

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.

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Embedded Perception Team builds the next generation of intelligent video and AI-driven safety solutions, integrating high-performance camera systems and real-time edge computing into Samsara’s fleet and industrial products. We enable low-latency, high-quality video processing and advanced AI models at the edge. This role is perfect for a hands-on, technical leader who wants to shape Samsara’s edge AI and multimedia strategy while mentoring engineers and delivering impactful solutions.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Drive technology choices, implementing embedded solutions, and/or establishing architectural patterns that have a broad and lasting impact on Samsara’s products.
• Identify opportunities and initiate strategic conversations to influence the direction of our technology and engineering culture.
• We operate significant AI algorithms on the edge, and you will play a key role ensuring their accuracy and that they run within the constraints of the devices.
• Partner closely with our Hardware team in defining and building next generation devices that can support the company’s objectives
• Lead teams in delivering products and capabilities that contribute to Samsara’s products and revenue
• Deliver impact by solving the hardest technical problems and enabling products to reach the market quickly and successfully with high quality
• Act as a multiplier for the team, elevating the impact and output of every team member
• 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:

• 8+ years of experience in the design, development, and deployment of embedded software, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or architecture role
• Proven expertise in multimedia frameworks (e.g., GStreamer, QMMF), video codecs (H.264, H.265), and camera systems (e.g., ISP tuning, VQI improvements)
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Go, Python, or similar
• Demonstrated ability to spearhead and deliver complex, high-impact projects with multiple dependencies
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders