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Director, Sales Compensation
Director, Sales Compensation-January 2024
Flexible / Remote
Jan 28, 2026
ABOUT SAMSARA INC.
We are the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, which allows businesses that depend on physical operations to harness IoT data.
1,001 - 5,000 employees
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About Director, Sales Compensation

  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, 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. 

  Recent awards we’ve won include:

  Glassdoor's Highest-Rated Tech Companies for Culture and Values 2023

  Great Place To Work Certified™ 2023

  Best Place to Work by Built In 2023

  Financial Times The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023

  Deloitte Fast 500 Companies

  We see a profound opportunity for data to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of operations, and hope you consider joining us on this exciting journey. 

  About the role:

  As the Director of Sales Compensation, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing the Go-to-Market organization's compensation programs. Your strategic leadership will ensure that the company's compensation plans effectively align with Samsara’s strategy, business goals, drive performance, and attract, motivate, and retain top talent. 

  In this role, you will: 

  Build the Sales Compensation Strategy function as a key strategic business capability for the Sales and Go-to-Market teams Collaborate with senior leadership, Sales, People, and Finance teams to design, enhance, and implement compensation plans for a variety of Go-to-Market roles (Sales, ADR, Partner, Customer Success, Renewals, etc.) Be a thought leader to the Go-to-Market organization; conduct in-depth market research to benchmark the organization's compensation plans against industry competitors and emerging trends Oversee the rollout and communication of variable compensation plans to employees, ensuring clear understanding of plan mechanics, performance metrics, and potential earnings Monitor and track the performance, evaluate attainment expectations, and develop budget and long-range forecast projections for all variable compensation programs Analyze data related to sales, performance metrics, and other relevant indicators to evaluate the impact of variable compensation plans on business results 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 Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team Minimum requirements for the role:

  10+ years of Sales Compensation management experience, ideally in a high-growth SaaS environment or strategic consulting background Ability to ramp up quickly on business priorities and derive insights from data to inform recommendations  Proven track record of building trust and communicating effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders: executives, functional leadership, frontline managers Diplomacy, tact, and poise under pressure when working through issues Proven track record launching transformational, cross-functional projects that measurably increase team productivity and/or customer outcomes An ideal candidate also has:

  MBA a plus Samsara’s Compensation Philosophy: Samsara’s compensation program is designed to deliver Total Direct Compensation (based on role, level, and geography) that is at or above market. We do this through our base salary + bonus/variable + restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) for eligible roles.  For eligible roles, a new hire RSU award may be awarded at the time of hire, and additional RSU refresh grants may be awarded annually. 

  We pay for performance, and top performers in eligible roles may receive above-market equity refresh awards which allow employees to achieve higher market positioning.

  The range of annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that OTE pay may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

  $175,000—$312,500 USD

  At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background, race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, etc. 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.

  Benefits

  Full 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.

  Accommodations 

  Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

  Flexible Working 

  At Samsara, we have adopted a flexible way of working, enabling teams and individuals to do their best work, regardless of where they’re based. We value in-person collaboration and know a change of scenery and quiet space to work is welcomed from time to time, but also appreciate that the world of work has changed. Our offices remain open for those who prefer to collaborate or work in-office, but we also encourage fully remote applicants. As most roles are not required to be in the office, we are able to hire remotely where Samsara has an established presence. If a role is required to be in a certain location and candidates do not have work authorization for that location, Samsara will conduct an immigration assessment. If the role is not required to be in a specific location, Samsara will move forward with the remote location that works best for the business. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company. 

   

  Please note: Samsara does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Samsara employees.

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