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Full-Time

Senior Developer Advocate

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Samsara

Samsara

1,001-5,000 employees

IoT platform for fleet management and safety

Data & Analytics
Energy
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$119.9k - $201.5kAnnually

+ Bonus + RSUs

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Developer Relations
Required Skills
Python
Communications
REST APIs
Requirements
  • 5-7+ years in developer advocacy or in a comparable role.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficient in communicating technical concepts simplistically. Must be comfortable presenting to customers, partners, and internal audiences.
  • Proven track record of delivering engaging, well-written, and technically robust enablement content for a technical audience (e.g. guides, blogs, videos). A key portion of the interview process will be walking the interviewers through a sample app and/or piece of technical content you created.
  • Bias-to-action and hands-on experience delivering business results. You’re not afraid to get your hands dirty.
  • B.S., M.S., or technical degree related to software development.
  • Experience working with REST APIs, JSON, Webhooks, Python, and App Development.
  • Strong hands-on developer who is comfortable with full-stack development.
Responsibilities
  • Own the strategy & long-term roadmap for Developer Advocacy, including collaborating cross-functionally to launch the highest-impact features, processes, and programs for developers.
  • Create high-impact 1:many content and resources for developers, including sample applications, developer guides, video tutorials, and more.
  • Influence the direction of our developer offerings through running tight feedback loops with developers, identifying key developer experience gaps, and championing empathy for the developer persona across Samsara.
  • Drive growth of the developer community by engaging with and fostering interactions between developers through office hours, hackathons, webinars, forums, developer campaigns, and more.
  • Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.

Samsara offers an integrated platform that enhances safety, efficiency, and sustainability for businesses through Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Their solutions include AI-powered video security and vehicle telematics, allowing clients to monitor and manage their operations in real-time. The company operates on a subscription-based model, generating revenue from software access and hardware sales, and stands out by focusing on sustainability and operational efficiency. Samsara's goal is to provide comprehensive management solutions that address industry challenges across various sectors.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

19%

1 year growth

34%

2 year growth

70%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recent investments from firms like Mission Wealth Management and Dynamic Technology Lab indicate strong market confidence and financial stability.
  • The launch of new products like the enterprise-grade Asset Tag and small asset tracking devices showcases Samsara's commitment to innovation and expanding its product portfolio.
  • Partnerships with companies like Conti for data-driven fleet solutions enhance Samsara's value proposition and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • The bankruptcy of clients like U.S. Logistics Solutions could impact Samsara's revenue and client base.
  • The competitive landscape in IoT and fleet management is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market position.

What makes Samsara unique

  • Samsara's integrated IoT platform combines AI-powered video security, vehicle telematics, and digital tools, offering a comprehensive solution that many competitors lack.
  • Their focus on sustainability, highlighted by partnerships like the one with EVgo, sets them apart in the fleet management and logistics sectors.
  • The ability to offer real-time monitoring and management through a subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream and high client retention.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families with premiums 100% covered

Mental health and wellness support

Family planning resources and parental leave policy

Quarterly reimbursement account you can use for wellness, family care, professional or personal development expenses

Flexible PTO and family leave

401k with up to 4% matching

Bi-annual company events