Sr. Image Quality Architecture Engineer

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’re looking for a Senior Image Quality Architecture engineer to join our team. In the day to day, you will act as the technical founding member. Responsible for the end-to-end imaging strategy, lab infrastructure, and primary ownership of lens/sensor selection, ensuring peak performance in both static and high-vibration environments. We have a tremendous amount of telemetry and access to customers that help guide our design process. You will work directly with our customers to ensure we lead the industry in our product design. We run a collaborative process working closely with Product Management, EE, PD, FW, EPM, NPI, and Hardware leadership to make excellent tradeoffs and choices. Throughout this process, you’ll share your expertise with other engineers. The US and Taiwan IQ teams are supported by the Supply Chain team, laboratories, JDM design resources, and a growing supply base. You will work closely with these internal and external partners to achieve our objectives. This role is based in our Taipei office, and it is a hybrid position required to office as needed. This position requires travel up to 25% of the time and proximity to an international airport. Relocation will not be provided In this role, you will: Be an architect: Evaluate system feature tradeoffs and create the system IQ specifications for development with product management and cross-functional engineering teams. Design and procure the IQ Lab (Charts, Light Booths, LED Flicker targets). Define the optical requirements and lead the selection/qualification of lenses. Develop the "Golden Tuning" targets for the ISP (Auto Exposure, HDR, Color Science) including Day and Night mode. Define and tune stabilization strategies (EIS) to mitigate "jello effect" and motion blur in dynamic scenarios. Collaborate with Hardware Engineering (PD and Optical) to ensure CRA (Chief Ray Angle) matching between lens and sensor and preventing optical degradation during high-G events. Manage: We bolster our internal development team with top JDM companies to design, validate, certify and manufacture quality products, certification labs and other external consultants. Champion 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: 10+ years in Imaging/Optics; deep knowledge of CMOS sensors and ISP tuning (Sony, ON Semi, or Ambarella). Vibration Motion Expertise: Proven experience in managing image stabilization (EIS OR OIS) and characterizing optical performance in high-vibration/high-shock environments. Must have shipped automotive or high-end imaging products from "bring-up" to mass production. Proven record navigating tradeoffs between design, manufacturability, schedule, and cost. BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field. Abil ... (truncated, view full listing at source)