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Principal Product Manager, Vehicle Platform

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Samsara

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in product roles, strong technical skills, experience in telematics/automotive, and a proven track record in managing complex roadmaps and firmware-based features.
  • You will optimize vehicle data acquisition, standardize data processing, support diagnostics, prioritize OEM integrations, enhance data consistency, and collaborate with teams to drive product success.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of how to build for enterprise-scale.
  • Strong technical understanding, with an ability to grasp technical concepts & establish credibility with engineers.
  • A proven track-record of delivering outstanding results for customers & the business, managing significant complexity and bold timelines. You also have a bias-to-action and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty.
  • Demonstrated experience defining and executing product roadmap for technical areas, and using analytics/data to measure progress toward goals and make investment choices.
  • Excellent communication skills. Must be comfortable presenting to customers and internal audiences, including senior executives.
  • 5+ years of job experience, in relevant product, technical, and/or business roles.
  • BS / MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience (i.e. software engineering experience).
  • Experience working in the telematics and/or automotive space.
  • Technical familiarity with automotive communication protocols and vehicle onboard diagnostics systems.
  • Experience managing firmware-based features.

Responsibilities

  • Own optimizing the data acquisition process from vehicles / assets via our samsara hardware to capture complete and high quality data.
  • Own and evolve the capabilities and roadmap for standardizing and centralizing the vehicle systems data that we process, supporting a variety of product features and offerings.
  • Deeply understand, advocate for and support the different ways that vehicle diagnostics can be used across the Samsara portfolio always focusing on preserving the customer experience.
  • Collaborate with downstream product teams who depend on your team’s data & capabilities. Manage a robust “intake” process to understand vehicle data platform needs and factor those into your priorities.
  • Be accountable for continuously improving the consistency of the vehicle data we’re ingesting.
  • Make data-driven decisions to prioritize integrations with Vehicle OEMs by proactively tracking vehicle market share trends in our operating geos, in customer fleets, and by closely partnering with other Samsara product managers.
  • Derive insights that can be surfaced both internally and to customers about device healthiness, including metrics generation and data accuracy.
  • Develop a new Telematics offer for Heavy Duty vehicles.
  • Collaborate with Engineering to drive the team’s quarterly release plans and long-term roadmap.
  • Communicate across product line leadership to share your roadmap, evangelize your priorities, and seek out areas of joint innovation.
  • Partner with customer-facing teams to close strategic accounts, resolve escalations, and maintain relationships with top customers.
  • 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.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Principal Product Manager, Vehicle Platform role?

The main focus of the role is to manage the roadmap, execution, and innovation within Samsara’s Vehicle and Asset Data Platform, ensuring high-quality data acquisition from vehicles and supporting a variety of product features and offerings.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a strong understanding of enterprise-scale building, a technical background, experience in product management, excellent communication skills, 5+ years of relevant job experience, and a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.

What type of experience is preferred for an ideal candidate?

An ideal candidate should have experience in the telematics and/or automotive space, familiarity with automotive communication protocols and vehicle onboard diagnostic systems, and experience managing firmware-based features.

What are some key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include optimizing the data acquisition process, evolving the capabilities and roadmap for vehicle systems data, collaborating with downstream product teams, improving data consistency, and driving quarterly release plans with Engineering.

How does this role impact the company and its customers?

This role directly impacts industries that run our world by improving fleet operations, reducing emissions, and enhancing safety, ultimately resulting in a positive real-world impact for customers and the broader economy.

Will there be opportunities for career development in this position?

Yes, Samsara fosters a culture of rapid career development and provides employees with opportunities to experiment and master their craft, making this role a stepping stone for future advancement within the company.

What type of work environment does Samsara promote?

Samsara promotes an inclusive work environment that values diverse backgrounds and approaches to solving complex problems, ensuring everyone can contribute effectively whether working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely.

Is experience with vehicle diagnostics important for this role?

Yes, having a deep understanding of how vehicle diagnostics can be utilized across various product features is essential for advocating and supporting customer experiences effectively.

What benefits does Samsara offer to full-time employees?

Full-time employees receive a competitive total compensation package, health benefits, flexible working arrangements, and access to the Samsara for Good charity fund, among others.

How does Samsara handle accommodations for applicants with disabilities?

Samsara is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for qualified persons with disabilities and offers reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process. Applicants can contact accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com for assistance.

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Samsara

Pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a system of record that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. Samsara operates in North America and Europe and serves tens of thousands of customers across a wide range of industries including transportation, wholesale and retail trade, construction, field services, logistics, utilities and energy, government, healthcare and education, manufacturing, and food and beverage. The company's mission is to increase the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy.