Technical Support Specialist - German Fluency

Samsara; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsara is hiring a Technical Support Specialist fluent in German for a remote UK-based role. You will handle complex technical requests for our SaaS platform, IoT devices, and integrations, collaborating with engineering and product teams to resolve issues quickly.

You will mentor junior agents, contribute to knowledge base documentation, and help improve global customer support processes while upholding Samsara's customer-first culture and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in technical product support or specialist role in SaaS/IoT or networking environments.
• Proven ability to handle complex technical escalations and cross-department collaboration.
• Strong English communication; German language fluency is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the initial technical contact for customer issues, collaborating with engineering and product teams.
• Provide in-depth troubleshooting for SaaS platform, hardware devices, and integrations.
• Contribute to knowledge base with resolutions and guides; mentor junior agents.
• Identify trends in customer issues to influence product improvements and support processes.
• Deliver clear communication to technical and non-technical stakeholders for escalations.
• Champion Samsara's customer-focused culture and collaborative teamwork.

Skills

Customer support

Networking concepts

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

SaaS platforms

IoT hardware

Job description

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:

You will be a part of our frontline support team made up of highly skilled and professional Technical Support Specialists. You will be responsible for responding to customer requests for technical assistance over the phone and via email. Your work will be fast-paced and independent in nature as you will be expected to manage yourself in a way to be available to respond quickly to our customers. Your work will also be collaborative, working together with other support representatives in multiple support locations to serve our customers. Experience in a technical support role, proven customer-facing skills, and strong English communication skills are a must. You should be comfortable handling complex technical issues and working in a fast-paced support environment.

Location/Working Pattern: This is a remote position open to candidates based in the UK

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact-helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
• You're energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.

In this Role, You Will:

• Serve as the initial technical point of contact for basic and complex customer issues, working collaboratively within your first-line support team, across engineering, and product teams to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Provide in-depth technical troubleshooting for advanced issues across Samsara's SaaS platform, hardware devices, and integrations, leveraging a deep understanding of networking, cloud technologies, and IoT systems.
• Actively contribute to knowledge base development by documenting detailed resolutions, creating technical guides, and mentoring junior agents on your team.
• Proactively identify trends in customer issues to influence product improvements and optimize support processes, driving continuous enhancement of the customer experience.
• Deliver professional and clear communication to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring seamless resolution of escalated issues while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Champion Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team), driving innovation and collaboration within the team and across departments.

Minimum Requirements for this Role:

• Language: Fluency in German
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Networking) or equivalent experience.
• Experience : 3+ years of experience in a technical product support or specialist role, preferably within SaaS, IoT, or networking environments. Proven track record of handling complex technical escalations and collaborating across departments to resolve advanced customer issues.
• Technical Expertise: An understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, VPNs, DNS), cloud-based architectures, and hardware troubleshooting. Foundational knowledge in Artificial Intelligence.
• Leadership : Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.