Manager, Software Engineering - Mobile

Samsara; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsara is seeking an Engineering Manager for their Commercial Navigation team to lead mobile app development in the rapidly growing field of commercial vehicle navigation. This remote role requires a strong background in software engineering, leadership skills, and expertise in mobile technologies, particularly in iOS development and React Native, to create impactful solutions that enhance the daily operations of commercial drivers.

Benefits

Flexible working model

Health benefits

Samsara for Good charity fund

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering.
• 5+ years leading mobile teams.
• Experience building production-grade mobile apps.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mobile applications for navigation.
• Define the long-term roadmap for navigation.
• Mentor engineers and guide mobile development practices.

Skills

iOS Development

React Native

Mobile Architecture

Geolocation APIs

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

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, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. 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 Samsara:

Samsara is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, which allows businesses that depend on physical operations to harness IoT (Internet of Things) data to develop actionable business insights and improve their operations. We are a rapidly growing company with a mission to increase the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy.

We are seeking an Engineering Manager for our Commercial Navigation team. This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical and evolving area within Samsara, building the future of routing and in-cab experiences for commercial vehicles. The team is performing well and we are looking for a leader who can maintain this momentum while strategically scaling our mobile capabilities.

About the Team:

The Commercial Navigation team is responsible for developing the mobile experiences that power commercial navigation within Samsara's ecosystem. Our work directly impacts the daily lives of commercial vehicle drivers, helping them navigate complex routes to safely and efficiently deliver cargo.

This is a remote position open to candidatesresiding in the US.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development of mobile applications for commercial vehicle navigation using iOS and React Native.
• Define the long-term roadmap for navigation in partnership with product and design.
• Work with other teams to integrate routing data to provide optimal navigation for drivers.
• Mentor engineers and guide mobile development practices and architecture.
• Uphold Samsara’s cultural principles: Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team.
• Hire and manage an engaged and high performing team of engineers.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years leading mobile teams.
• Experience building production-grade 0-1 mobile apps
• Strong understanding of mobile architecture, performance, and platform APIs.
• Proficient in React Native and iOS development (Swift or Objective-C).
• Experience with mapping SDKs and geolocation APIs.
• Familiar with mobile CI/CD, build tools and test automation

Preferred:

• Experience building mobile apps for drivers or field workers.
• Ability to align engineering with product and operations teams.
• Understanding of navigation, logistics, or routing systems.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field.

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.

$150,237.50 — $252,500 USD

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.

Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at ourBenefits site to learn more.

Accommodations

Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [e-mail] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

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.

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