Senior Instructional Designer

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:

Samsara’s Customer Support Enablement team is responsible for driving agent enablement strategies and execution. The Senior Instructional Designer III is responsible for designing engaging and effective learning experiences that directly improve agent performance, support KPIs, and the customer experience. We are the trusted point of contact for Samsara’s Customer Support team to leverage data to drive impact for the business and the customer experience, by building a highly skilled and engaged workforce. 

As part of the Customer Support Enablement team, the Sr Instructional Designer will work cross-functionally to: conduct needs assessments, design and build multimedia learning assets (eLearning, video, SOPs, etc.), use AI tools for faster, scalable training, and evaluate impact through KPIs like CSAT, TTR, and deflection. They act as a connector between cross-functional teams, developing and delivering scalable content and resources while continuously fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

This person will work closely with enablement partners to identify critical priorities for the business, and scope, develop, and manage delivery of the work. This role requires an eye for optimizing resources and driving change management. Successful candidates will have strong business acumen, a passion for building at scale, and a track record of driving strategic programs that improve the customer experience. The role reports to the Director of Global Enablement & QA.

**This role will need to occasionally act as a backup trainer for onboarding agent new hire classes, class facilitation is a preferred skill set.

Are you able to commute to work from our Bengaluru office at Prestige Tech Park, Kadubeesanahalli 2 days a week?

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 thrive the most when solving problems: Our constantly expanding technology and the complexities faced by our customers provide an exciting range of challenges for our Customer Support teams. With a growth mindset and a desire to learn, you will strategically partner with our team to find unique solutions to help keep our customers' operations safe, efficient, and sustainable.
• You are a natural relationship builder: Whether the relationship is with our customers or with cross-functional teams in Samsara, you are in constant communication and collaboration with key stakeholders to win as a team.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. This Customer Support Enablement team is still shaping its future and you will have plenty of autonomy and opportunities to master your craft in a hyper-growth environment.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by the best and brightest professionals out there.

Click here to learn about what we value at Samsara. 

In this role, you will:

• Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of our highest priority and most complex programs by partnering with leadership and stakeholders to facilitate a needs assessment and strategy to address pain points for customers and within the business
• Develop comprehensive program strategies, roadmaps and plans, Collaborate across teams and stakeholders, conducting needs analyses to scope learning initiatives and KPI’s aligned with business goals by expertly framing the need, scoping and roadmapping the work, and reporting on results with data to measure learning impact and iterate for improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and drive alignment to design creative and engaging training for multiple Global Support audiences (technical, non-technical, and leadership) including instructional materials such as guides, scripts, activities, and assessments that support learning retention.
• Identify and tackle operational problems through processes, tools, and dashboards that scale and mitigate risks through proactive solutions and communications
• 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 instructional design experience, preferably supporting global customer support teams (e.g., frontline agents, technical specialists, and support leaders).
• Proven ability to learn and translate complex support tools and processes into clear, engaging training across multiple formats (elearning, video, SOPs, role-based scenarios, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English, with a focus on simplifying technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems and familiarity with tools used to create and deliver scalable training.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to connect learning outcomes to support KPIs (e.g., CSAT, resolution time, deflection), and iterate based on data.
• Comfortable using or exploring AI tools to enhance training development, personalization, or automation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple initiatives at once.

The ideal candidate has:

• Experience in a high-growth SaaS environment with a proven ability to adapt learning programs to evolving products and support models.
• Familiarity and curiosity for using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Synthesia, Descript) to develop or iterate on learning content in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Instructional design certifications or advanced education in learning sciences, technical communication, or a related field.
• Experience creating assets across formats (e-learning, video, audio, workshops, hands-on exercises, etc.)
• Class facilitation or New Hire experience.

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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 

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