Technical Recruiter, Software Engineering

About the Role

As a technical recruiter on our R&D team, you will drive full-cycle recruiting for open software engineering roles. In this fast-paced role, you will manage an active load of requisitions, guiding candidates through the hiring process with clarity, speed, and a commitment to quality. We are looking for someone who is eager to build a career in technical recruiting, highly collaborative, and motivated to learn. You will have access to structured mentorship, supportive leadership, and real-time feedback to help you refine your skills. The candidates who thrive at Samsara are curious, adaptable, and focused on delivering a great experience for candidates and hiring managers alike.

This role is open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area.

Why You Should Apply

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting: Manage the hiring process for software engineering roles from intake through offer.
• Execute with efficiency: Keep candidates moving through the process with clear communication, operational discipline, and consistent follow-through.
• Source proactively: Build diverse candidate pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and targeted sourcing strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers: Run structured intake calls, align on candidate profiles, and maintain transparent communication throughout each search.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience: Represent Samsara with timely updates, clear next steps, and respectful communication at every stage.
• Use data to improve: Track pipeline metrics to identify bottlenecks and refine your sourcing and screening approach.
• Apply feedback quickly: Work closely with senior recruiters and managers to continually develop your recruiting skillset.
• Leverage AI thoughtfully: Use AI-based tools and recruiting technology to streamline repetitive tasks while maintaining a high-touch candidate experience.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience (agency or in-house), with software engineering recruiting experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple open requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with candidates and internal team members.
• Demonstrated growth mindset with a desire to seek out and act on constructive feedback.
• Proficiency with sourcing tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and modern applicant tracking systems.
• Passion for building a long-term career in technical recruiting.

Pay

Annual Base Salary: $64,855—$130,500 USD

This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions.

Benefits

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.

• Flexible, employee-led remote model.
• Professional development stipend.
• Comprehensive health and parental leave plans.

Schedule

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.