Electrical Engineer III
Other Engineering
San Francisco, CA, USA
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, and Equipment Monitoring. 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
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to drive end-to-end hardware development, from initial concept to mass production. In this role, you will:
- Drive EE Architecture: Conduct thorough feasibility, cost, and design studies—including key component selection, thermals, and sub-system integration.
- Leverage Customer Insights: Utilize extensive telemetry data and engage directly with customers to design industry-leading products.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner closely with PM, PD, FW, EPM, NPI, and Hardware leadership to make optimized design trade-offs.
- Engage Global & External Partners: Work alongside our US and Taiwan EE teams, internal labs, supply chain, and JDM resources to achieve product goals.
- Mentor & Share Knowledge: Act as a technical resource and share engineering expertise across the broader team.
*This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week required in our San Francisco office.
In this role, you will
- Ship Successful Products: Take ownership of bringing high-quality, high-impact hardware to market.
- Research Silicon: Stay informed of the latest semiconductor advancements and component technologies from top vendors.
- Define System Specs: Evaluate feature trade-offs and author system specifications alongside PM and cross-functional teams.
- Prototype & Iterate: Assemble EVKs, execute board hacks, and leverage quick-turn fabrications to validate concepts and accelerate FW development.
- Own the Design: Drive concepts from block diagrams through schematic capture and PCB layout, both independently and via JDM resources.
- Validate & Characterize: Create comprehensive testing plans through PVT to evaluate the full electrical system for functionality, power, and use-cases.
- Lead Failure Analysis: Drive root-cause analysis for design inefficiencies and field failures to continuously improve product quality.
- Manage External Partners: Partner with JDM companies, compliance/certification labs, and external consultants to design and manufacture quality products.
- Embody Cultural Principles: Champion and model core values—Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, and Win as a Team.
Minimum requirements for the role
- 4+ years shipping high-volume hardware programs alongside ODM and JDM partners.
- Strong expertise in chipset/SoC selection, power optimization, RF/antennas, batteries, cameras, and PCB design.
- Experience building low-power, wireless (LTE, BLE, Wi-Fi, GPS), imaging, or embedded AI/ML systems for automotive or industrial environments.
- Hands-on track record with board bring-up, hardware validation, and troubleshooting (e.g., EMI, ESD, power, de-sense).
- Proven ability to balance design, manufacturability, schedule, and cost constraints.
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration, independent drive, and strong English communication skills.
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering (or related field), based in the SF Bay Area, with the ability to travel up to 25%.
An ideal candidate also has
- Ability to thrive in an environment requiring rapid deployment and customer-driven iteration.
- Hands-on experience with wireless standards like Wi-Fi, BLE, LTE, 5G, satellite, UWB, and GNSS.
- Forward-looking mindset to build processes, identify opportunities, and serve as a technical go-to person.
- Experience with systems engineering best practices and global product certifications (FCC, PTCRB, CE etc.).
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.
Total Rewards
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.
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.
Belonging at Samsara
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.
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