Tableau Developer - People Analytics

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:

We’re looking for a highly skilled Tableau Developer for our People Business Operations & Analytics team. This is a great role for a creative problem solver who wants to have a big impact on the future of Samsara. This role will work directly with leaders in our People Experience and Recruiting organization to define metrics and reporting, provide analytical support, develop mechanisms to inspect efficiency, and play a crucial role in developing our analytical forecasting capabilities. This person will be responsible for ensuring our leaders have access to the accurate, quality data that drives decision-making across the organization.

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-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best. 

Click here to learn about what we value at Samsara. 

• Create compelling visualizations and reports using Tableau and other tools to communicate findings and insights to business leaders.
• Perform data and trend analysis to track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and inform strategic decision-making for Samsara Leadership.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights. 
• Drive the collection of new data; improve and refine existing data sources through automation. Drive projects to improve data quality.
• Partner with stakeholders across the People team, Finance & Strategy, Sales Operations, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements, develop strategies to meet data needs, and provide design documents for implementation.
• Communicate regularly on program/project plans, progress, blockers, and risks to cross-functional stakeholders and sponsors.
• Quickly solve process pain points in the moment. Identify opportunities for long-term process optimization and redesign, manage implementation of new processes or policies, and develop measures of success.
• 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:

• Technical or Business degree or equivalent.
• Verbal and written English fluency.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in a business intelligence and/or data analyst role, with a proven track record of delivering quality dashboards and/or actionable insights.
• Advanced Tableau knowledge and experience in creating interactive and visually pleasing dashboards for consumption by non-technical stakeholders. 
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to think creatively to identify solutions to complex problems.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to communicate complex findings in a clear and concise manner to business leaders and stakeholders. Strong data visualization and storytelling skills are a must.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

An ideal candidate also has:

• Specific coursework in information systems, statistics, programming, or data science.
• Ability to manipulate large datasets programmatically with SQL.
• Familiarity with Databricks and/or the medallion architecture design model for data warehousing
• Knowledge of standard People analytics metrics (ex: hire, promotion, transfer, & attrition rates).
• Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques, such as regression analysis, time series analysis, and hypothesis testing.