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SamsaraSr. Firmware Engineer II
Samsara is seeking a Sr. Firmware Engineer II to lead the design and deployment of next-generation intelligent safety features and video processing technologies. Operating as a…
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Samsara is seeking a Sr. Firmware Engineer II to lead the design and deployment of next-generation intelligent safety features and video processing technologies. Operating as a remote position open to candidates residing in the United States, this role focuses on integrating high-performance camera systems and real-time edge computing into fleet and industrial products. Samsara develops the Connected Operations Cloud, providing a platform that empowers industries dependent on physical operations—such as…
Job Description
Samsara is seeking a Sr. Firmware Engineer II to lead the design and deployment of next-generation intelligent safety features and video processing technologies. Operating as a remote position open to candidates residing in the United States, this role focuses on integrating high-performance camera systems and real-time edge computing into fleet and industrial products.
Samsara develops the Connected Operations Cloud, providing a platform that empowers industries dependent on physical operations—such as construction, transportation, and manufacturing—to utilize Internet of Things data for enhanced safety, efficiency, and sustainability. In this role, engineers work with edge AI algorithms, media pipelines, and complex hardware programs.
This opportunity suits professionals who want to shape the future of physical operations, enjoy working closely with end users and cross-functional teams across hardware, backend, and machine learning, and are committed to rigorous testing and validation practices. Qualified candidates will receive an annual base salary between USD 154,700 and 260,000, along with eligibility for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff and ongoing performance-based refresh opportunities. Comprehensive health plans, parental leave, a professional development stipend, and a flexible employee-led remote model are also provided.
Responsibilities
- Influence and guide a team of engineers working on Video-Safety products by solving complex technical challenges and shaping architectural decisions
- Maintain production systems managed by the team and deliver necessary operational support and supervision
- Collaborate with cross-functional peers during roadmap planning sessions to determine technical direction and priorities for Safety products, tooling, release infrastructure, and automated testing strategies
- Ensure the accuracy of edge AI algorithms while operating within strict device constraints
- Partner closely with hardware, backend, and machine learning teams to define and build next-generation devices
- Mentor other engineers on the team to help elevate technical standards
- Champion and model company cultural principles including focusing on customer success and building for the long term
Requirements
- 8 or more years of relevant experience in embedded software development with a focus on embedded Linux systems
- Strong programming experience utilizing Golang, C, C++, Rust, or similar languages
- Strong experience working with media pipelines, multimedia frameworks, and deploying computer vision and machine learning models on edge devices in real-world applications
- Proven experience defining and implementing scalable embedded software architecture
- Proven experience planning, designing, scoping, and delivering complex, multi-team, or cross-system long-term projects involving external dependencies
- Commitment to rigorous testing and validation practices
- Ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and within the specified work location
Qualifications
- Experience taking products from initial concept all the way through to mass production
- Proficiency in GStreamer, Google MediaPipe, or similar edge AI and media frameworks
- Experience conducting data analysis using tools such as Databricks, SQL queries, and Tableau
- Experience with edge camera systems, video capture, video encoding, or embedded AI technologies
- Familiarity with diverse quality and testing practices as well as continuous integration tooling
- Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent field
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual base salary ranging from USD 154,700 to 260,000
- Initial restricted stock unit grant with no vesting cliff and ongoing performance-based refresh opportunities
- Flexible, employee-led remote work model
- Professional development stipend
- Comprehensive health and parental leave plans
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote position open to candidates residing within the United States. Relocation assistance is not provided.
What is the salary range for the Sr. Firmware Engineer II role?
The annual base salary for full-time employees ranges from USD 154,700 to 260,000, varying based on factors such as city of residence, knowledge, skills, and experience.
What additional compensation is offered besides base salary?
Eligible roles are eligible for an initial restricted stock unit grant with no vesting cliff, ongoing performance-based refresh opportunities, performance-based variable pay, and benefits including health and parental leave plans.
What are the primary technical background requirements?
Candidates must have 8 plus years of relevant experience in embedded software development with a focus on embedded Linux systems, strong programming skills in Golang, C, C++, Rust, or similar languages, and experience with media pipelines and deploying CV/ML models on edge devices.
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