Machine Learning Scientist - job 1 of 2

Who we areSamsara (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 the role:The Samsara ML Experience team builds end-to-end ML applications to power various product pillars at Samsara. As an Applied Scientist, you will be responsible for developing ML solutions to enhance the safety, efficiency and sustainability of physical operations. You will work closely with engineering teams across ML, full-stack, and firmware, as well as cross-functional partners to deliver core infrastructure, services, and optimizations.This role is open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Area (125 mi. radius from 1 De Haro St, San Francisco) and NYC Metro Area (50 mi. radius from 131 W 55th St, New York).You should apply if:• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.• You're energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.In this role, you will:• Architect, build, and improve solutions for hybrid cloud-edge ML.• Drive zero-to-one new ML initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional partners.• Design, develop, and optimize services and system components for training, deploying, serving, and monitoring models.• Stay connected to industry and academic research, adopting novel technologies that suit Samsara's needs.• 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.Minimum requirements for the role:• MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical degree.• 2+ years of experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or similar role.• Strong proficiency in one or more common languages (e.g., Python, C++, Golang, Java).• Proficiency with common ML tools (e.g., Spark, TensorFlow, PyTorch).• Experience building and deploying large-scale machine learning systems with feedback loops for continuous improvement.• Comfortable with full-stack/backend development.An ideal candidate also has:• Experience building, deploying, and optimizing ML models on the edge.• Experience building end-to-end ML applications from scratch.• Experience working closely with Product teams and Customers to design and iterate on ML models.• Experience optimizing distributed model training with GPUs.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. We are committed to increasing diversity across our team and ensuring that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.BenefitsFull 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 our Benefits site to learn more.AccommodationsSamsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.Flexible WorkingAt 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.Fraudulent Employment OffersSamsara is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Please know we do not charge fees to applicants at any stage of the hiring process. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in '@samsara.com' or '@us-greenhouse-mail.io'. For more information regarding fraudulent employment offers, please visit our blog post here.