Staff Software Engineer, IAM

8+ years of industry experience in software development. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience. Strong programming/coding and design fundamentals. Professional experience working with a team to develop software. Deep experience building IAM systems (authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, RBAC/ABAC) or adjacent security platforms at scale. Experience working across the stack and can navigate tradeoffs between frontend, backend, and infrastructure. Experience with the Go, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar programming languages Experience in developing, deploying and maintaining distributed, highly scalable software. Proactive growth mindset and improve on status quo.

Design and build authentication and authorization systems that are reliable, standards-based, and performant for millions of global users. Propose and implement technical solutions, guide system architecture, and ensure features are integrated across the stack (frontend, backend, databases, APIs). Partner with Product, Security, and Compliance teams to meet enterprise-grade requirements and support global standards. Support and develop engineers on the team through code reviews, design discussions, and career development. Work closely with Product, Security, and Engineering leadership to set priorities, communicate progress, and address risks. Engage with customers, industry forums, and external security partners to ensure Samsara remains trusted and credible in the market. Contribute to our culture and maintain an inclusive, collaborative and supportive work environment where all Samsara employees can grow and thrive. 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.