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:
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Legal Operations Specialist (AI & Automation) with exceptional project management skills to join our dynamic legal operations team. This is a technical role that will help design, improve, and scale the operational workflows that support the entire Legal team, with a focus on establishing and maintaining metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks. This role will also drive the integration of AI across the Legal team’s workflows and processes.
This is a position open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area.
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-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.
- Establish and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that give the Legal team and its stakeholders real-time visibility into workload, performance, and outcomes and manage risk.
- Redesign and continuously improve legal processes, building scalable workflows, playbooks, and templates and identifying gaps or efficiencies that allow the Legal team to handle growing demand.
- Lead internal and cross-functional legal operations initiatives end-to-end, from scoping and stakeholder alignment.
- Manage team queues, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution of legal inquiries, requests, and tasks.
- Design and implement AI-assisted workflows to automate legal intake, contract review support.
- Stay at the forefront of industry trends and innovations in legal operations, sharing expertise and insights with the team to drive continuous improvement.
- 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.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- 5+ years of in relevant operations/analytical/technical work, with experience at a technology or SaaS company.
- Proven ability to build and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks; comfort working with data and presenting insights to leadership.
- Hands-on experience with GenAI and AI models/tools.
- Demonstrated success in managing workflow, intake, approval, reporting, or automation tools used in legal or operations settings.
- Adaptability and a proactive mindset to navigate changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Exceptional problem-solving and project management skills, with a proven track record of driving successful initiatives.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Keen attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple projects.
An ideal candidate also has:
- Proficiency or path to proficiency in building and managing agentic AI workflows and other automations.
- Experience with Zendesk, Ironclad, Ivo, Brightflag, and/or other similar tools and systems.
The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.
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 [email protected] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Our Commitment to Authenticity
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Fraudulent Employment Offers
Samsara is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Please know we do not charge fees to applicants at any stage of the hiring process. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in @samsara.com, @us-greenhouse-mail.io or @mail3.guide.co. For more information regarding fraudulent employment offers, please visit our blog post here.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of relevant operations, analytical, or technical experience
- Experience at a technology or SaaS company
- Experience building and maintaining metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks
- Comfort working with data and presenting insights to leadership
- Hands-on experience with generative AI and AI models or tools
- Experience managing workflow, intake, approval, reporting, or automation tools in legal or operations settings
- Adaptability and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional problem-solving and project management skills
- Track record of driving successful initiatives
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
- Keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects accurately
- Proficiency or path to proficiency in building and managing agentic AI workflows and other automations
- Experience with Zendesk, Ironclad, Ivo, Brightflag, or similar tools and systems
What the Team is Saying
Samsara Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is described as robust, with 100% employer‑paid employee premiums on some U.S. plans, a company‑funded HSA for the HDHP option, and mental‑health access through Modern Health. These elements signal strong core health benefits across cost, coverage, and wellbeing support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑building and parental benefits include Carrot fertility reimbursement, Cleo coaching for new parents, paid bonding leave, and additional weeks for birthing parents based on medical need. This breadth addresses both planning and caregiving stages.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) match up to 4% per paycheck and access to financial planning resources. Feedback suggests this provides steady savings support alongside other compensation elements.
Samsara Insights
What We Do
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, which is an open platform that connects the people, devices, and systems of some of the world’s most complex operations, allowing them to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. With tens of thousands of customers across North America and Europe, Samsara is a proud technology partner to the people who keep our global economy running, including the world’s leading organizations across industries in transportation, construction, wholesale and retail trade, field services, logistics, manufacturing, utilities and energy, government, healthcare and education, food and beverage, and others. The company's mission is to increase the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy.
Why Work With Us
Do the most meaningful work of your career—saving lives, keeping communities running, and transforming the industries that power the global economy. At Samsara, we build AI-powered technology for the people who keep the world running—making essential work safer, smarter, and more sustainable.
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