Staff Firmware Engineer

Samsara

. Own outcomes end-to-end from customer problem to shipped, measured feature across firmware, Go backend services, and web/mobile surfaces .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United States, CanadaLead💰 $162,400 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in designing and deploying software solutions, particularly in embedded systems and AI integration. Proven ability to lead technical teams and deliver high-impact projects while ensuring alignment with product and architectural goals.

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Embedded Systems ExpertiseTechnical LeadershipC/C++ ProgrammingAI Tools IntegrationFirmware Development

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingGo ProgrammingPython ProgrammingEmbedded Systems DesignAI Agent DevelopmentFirmware Solutions ImplementationMultimedia FrameworksVideo CodecsCloud Services IntegrationCV/ML Model Deployment

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaboration SkillsProblem SolvingTeam LeadershipCultural Advocacy

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsDevice-to-Cloud ArchitectureFleet-Scale RolloutEdge AI AlgorithmsReal-Time Systems

Industry Keywords

RoboticsDronesConsumer ElectronicsAutomotiveLarge-Scale Embedded Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own outcomes end-to-end from customer problem to shipped, measured feature across firmware, Go backend services, and web/mobile surfaces
Drive technology choices and implement embedded and firmware solutions
Establish architectural patterns with broad impact across device-to-cloud products
Leverage voice as an interface for AI Agents and human communication
Design for device constraints, connectivity, cloud services, and fleet-scale rollout
Identify opportunities and influence technology direction and engineering culture
Ensure edge AI algorithms are accurate and operate within device constraints
Build with AI agents and raise team AI fluency
Partner with Hardware, Backend, Web, Mobile, Product, and Customer Success teams
Lead teams delivering products and capabilities contributing to products and revenue
Solve complex technical problems and accelerate high-quality product delivery
Act as a multiplier for team impact and output
Champion Samsara’s cultural principles as the company scales globally

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying software
At least 2 years in a technical leadership or architecture role
Deep expertise in at least one embedded domain, such as multimedia, connectivity, drivers and kernel, power, or real-time systems
Experience shipping across firmware, Go backend services, and web or mobile surfaces
Strong programming skills in C/C++, Go, Python, or similar
Product and systems thinking, including device constraints, connectivity, cloud, and fleet-scale rollout
Experience using AI tools in day-to-day engineering work and building with AI agents
Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver complex, high-impact projects with multiple dependencies
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Track record of building systems under scarce compute, data, or hardware budgets
Expertise in multimedia frameworks, video codecs, and camera systems (ideal candidate)
Experience developing and managing software for large-scale embedded systems deployed on 1M+ devices (ideal candidate)
Experience deploying CV/ML models on edge devices (ideal candidate)
Background in robotics, drones, consumer electronics, or automotive (ideal candidate)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff
Ongoing equity refresh opportunities tied to performance
Performance-based bonus/variable pay
Equity for eligible roles
Flexible, employee-led remote model
Professional development stipend
Comprehensive health plans
Parental leave plans
Flexible working model
Offices available for employees who prefer to work in-person