Associate Sales Engineer, SE Desk-Northeast

Samsara; United States; Remote; USD 88,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsara, the Connected Operations Cloud leader, is seeking a Sales Engineer to join a diverse, technically minded team. You’ll work with customers on logistics, fleet maintenance, and regulatory compliance, translating complex IoT tech into practical solutions via demos and open APIs.

This remote role is open to candidates in the US Northeast region (excluding listed areas). You’ll collaborate with the sales team, install demonstrations, and support deployment discussions that help customers

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Preferred 1+ years experience in pre-sales or support with customers.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
• Well-versed in cloud software, networking, automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert on Samsara products and the practical impact of IoT tech for customers.
• Demonstrate discovery to understand customer needs and answer tech questions on a single call.
• Be highly available for demo/account coverage and cross-team technical support.
• Understand device installation well enough to explain it over the phone.
• Educate customers on APIs and deploy scripts leveraging the Samsara API in testing environments.
• Act as liaison between product and sales teams, translating feedback and enrolling customers in beta programs.

Skills

Customer engagement

Technical communication

IoT concepts

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Samsara API

Cloud software

Networking basics

Job description

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:

As a Sales Engineer (SE) at Samsara, you’d be part of a diverse group of technically‑minded folks working together to bring our unique connected operations technology to customers. Our daily customer engagements include conversations around logistics/supply chain management, fleet maintenance strategies, global asset management, machine control systems/diagnostics, system integration, and regulatory compliance. This means a successful SE at Samsara will develop a thorough understanding of IoT hardware and sensors, hands‑on installation/deployment scenarios, carrier networks, cloud infrastructure, and third‑party system integrations (via our open API) to ensure the proper technical solution is presented to our customers.

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the Northeast region within the US except Alaska, California (non-Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Denver Metro (CO), Boulder Metro (CO),Chicago Metro (IL), Austin Metro (TX), Houston Metro (TX), Dallas Metro (TX), Seattle Metro (WA), SF Bay Metros (CA), NYC Metro (NY) and Washington DC Metro. Relocation expenses will not be provided for this role.

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, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You have an innate curiosity about how businesses work: One day you’ll meet with someone in waste management and the next you may be learning about the inner workings of a food distribution center. Our top sales team members seek to learn the ins and outs of the businesses they support in order to make a larger impact.
• You build genuine relationships with your customers: The industries we serve have relied on pen‑and‑paper solutions for years and haven’t been met with the type of technology we offer. Our customer’s value earned trust and human relationships built over time.
• You want to be with the best: Samsara’s high‑performance culture means you’ll be surrounded by the best and challenged to go farther than you have before.
• You are a team player: At Samsara, sales is a team sport. We help each other out by sharing best practices and focusing on winning as a team.

In this role, you will:

• Become an expert on Samsara products: where the rubber of cutting‑edge tech (IoT, AI, computer vision) meets the road of driving digital transformation for physical operations.
• Demonstrate quick and efficient discovery to understand customer needs and answer any tech questions with the goal of doing so on a single call.
• Be highly available for standard demo/account coverage and temporary technical expertise across the entire Samsara Sales Team.
• Understand how our devices are installed (enough to explain to a prospect over the phone).
• Educate customers on technical aspects of APIs, and be able to deploy scripts leveraging the Samsara API to a testing environment on demand.
• Be an advocate for your AE's, prospects, and customers when it comes to internal tech conversations.
• Act as a liaison between Samsara’s product and sales teams, translating technical feedback and enrolling the right customers in our beta programs.
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s values and operating principles as we scale globally and across new offices

An ideal candidate would:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
• Preferred 1+ years experience working with customers in a pre‑sales or support capacity
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
• Basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems
• Well‑versed in one of the following: cloud software, networking, automation and control systems
• Experience tinkering with hardware gadgets, sensors, or vehicles is a plus

The compensation range shown spans approved pay zones for this role. Your primary work location determines the range applicable to you, which may be narrower than the full range displayed.

The range of annual on‑target earnings (OTE) range for full‑time employees for this position is below. Please note that OTE pay may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.

$88,400—$104,000 USD

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