Senior Software Engineer - Data Platform

Pioneer of Connected Operations Cloud, using IoT data to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability of physical operations.
$126,140 - $212,000
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
4+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI

Description For Senior Software Engineer - Data Platform

Samsara, a NYSE-listed pioneer in Connected Operations Cloud (IOT), is seeking a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join their team. This role is crucial in building core infrastructure that enables data-driven products and decisions across the organization. The position involves working with Big Data cloud infrastructure, specifically focusing on lifting production data into a centralized data lake and scaling storage solutions as the company grows. The ideal candidate will work on enabling large-scale analytical reporting and building tools that democratize data use across the organization.

The role offers an opportunity to impact industries that power the global economy, working with over 2.3 million IoT devices deployed to global customers. You'll be part of a team that values customer success, long-term thinking, and inclusive growth. The position requires expertise in Spark, AWS services, and experience with large-scale data platforms.

As a Senior Data Platform Engineer, you'll collaborate cross-functionally, develop high-performance APIs, optimize data workflows, and ensure platform reliability. The role combines technical expertise with business impact, as your work will directly influence how Samsara's customers access and utilize critical operational data.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $126,140 to $212,000 USD, along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, equity, and flexible working arrangements. This is a remote position open to candidates based in the United States, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge data infrastructure while maintaining work-life balance.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Data Platform

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement end-to-end solutions using technologies like Spark, Delta Lake, and Golang
  • Develop high-performance APIs and interfaces to bring data insights to life for Samsara customers
  • Optimize data workflows and infrastructure for scalability, reliability, and speed
  • Design, scope, and build libraries and data management tooling
  • Be responsible for the uptime, reliability, and monitoring of our data platform

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Data Platform

Python
Go
  • 4+ year professional software experience in a production environment
  • 4+ years experience on building/maintaining a large scale production-grade data platform
  • Expertise working with Spark
  • AWS knowledge and expertise (S3, Lambda, SQS, Kinesis)
  • Experience with Spark (Databricks), Delta Lake, or similar technologies
  • Familiarity using Terraform

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - Data Platform

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Competitive total compensation package
  • Employee-led remote and flexible working
  • Health benefits
  • Samsara for Good charity fund

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