Head of Safety AI ML Platforms (Remote)

Samsara; Sunnyvale (CA); Remote; USD 179,000 - 287,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsara is seeking a Sr. Manager of Machine Learning to lead the Safety AI team. You will oversee on-device computer vision, IMU, GPS, and vehicle data to detect and surface safety events, while guiding the model lifecycle from data curation to deployment.

You will build a high-performing team, partner with firmware and platform squads, and ensure rapid delivery of low-latency AI features that improve fleet safety and driver coaching outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of applied ML or computer vision experience with production deployments.
• 5+ years leading technical teams of scientists and engineers.
• Experience shipping CV and sensor fusion systems in production environments.
• Ability to balance platform direction with research velocity.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Safety AI Platform Architecture across edge and cloud.
• Ship safety features with measurable impact on safety metrics and outcomes.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of scientists and engineers.

Skills

Applied ML

Computer vision

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

MS/PhD in CS/EE

Tools

Edge ML

Cloud ML

Job description

Samsara is seeking a Sr. Manager of Machine Learning to lead the Safety AI team. You will oversee on-device computer vision, IMU, GPS, and vehicle data to detect and surface safety events, while guiding the model lifecycle from data curation to deployment.

You will build a high-performing team, partner with firmware and platform squads, and ensure rapid delivery of low-latency AI features that improve fleet safety and driver coaching outcomes.