Who we are
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, and Equipment Monitoring. 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:
You will be a part of our frontline support team made up of highly skilled and professional Technical Support Specialists. You will be responsible for responding to customer requests for technical assistance over the phone and via email. Your work will be fast-paced and independent in nature as you will be expected to manage yourself in a way to be available to respond quickly to our customers. Your work will also be collaborative, working together with other support representatives in multiple support locations to serve our customers.
Experience in a technical support role, proven customer-facing skills, and strong English communication skills are a must. You should be comfortable handling complex technical issues and working in a fast-paced support environment.
**Location/Working Pattern: ****This is a remote position open to candidates based in the UK **
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-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.
In this Role, You Will:
- Serve as the initial technical point of contact for basic and complex customer issues, working collaboratively within your first-line support team, across engineering, and product teams to deliver comprehensive solutions.
- Provide in-depth technical troubleshooting for advanced issues across Samsara’s SaaS platform, hardware devices, and integrations, leveraging a deep understanding of networking, cloud technologies, and IoT systems.
- Actively contribute to knowledge base development by documenting detailed resolutions, creating technical guides, and mentoring junior agents on your team.
- Proactively identify trends in customer issues to influence product improvements and optimize support processes, driving continuous enhancement of the customer experience.
- Deliver professional and clear communication to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring seamless resolution of escalated issues while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Champion Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team), driving innovation and collaboration within the team and across departments.
Minimum Requirements for this Role:
- **Language: **Fluency in German
- **Education: **Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Networking) or equivalent experience.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in a technical product support or specialist role, preferably within SaaS, IoT, or networking environments. Proven track record of handling complex technical escalations and collaborating across departments to resolve advanced customer issues.
**Technical Expertise: An understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, VPNs, DNS), cloud-based architectures, and hardware troubleshooting. Foundational knowledge in Artificial Intelligence. **
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing. Experience leading projects or initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Problem Solving: Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving both technical and process-related challenges. Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple escalations, prioritize workload effectively, and meet critical deadlines.
An ideal candidate also has:
- French Fluency
- General knowledge about electrical circuits, GPS and telematics.
- Familiarity with networking protocols, APIs, and diagnostic tools is highly desirable
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, APIs, and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Advanced certifications (e.g., CCNA, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a strong plus.
- Experience integrating and troubleshooting third-party applications and systems with APIs and webhooks.
- Familiarity with Slack and Google Workplace applications (Gmail, Google Docs, etc.)
- Flexibility: Availability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and provide on-call support as needed for high-impact customer cases.
Total Rewards
At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.
Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.
**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.
Belonging at Samsara
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.
**Accommodations **
Samsara 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.
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