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Account Executive at Samsara - IoT Sales Career Growth in Columbus

Location Columbus
Company Samsara
Source weworkremotely
Posted 2026-10-20 07:30:57

Career & Market Insight

This Commercial Account Executive role at Samsara is a strong early-to-mid career opportunity in a high-growth, post-IPO SaaS/IoT company. The role sits in a sweet spot: structured enough to develop core skills, with significant upside for top performers.

Compensation vs. market: The OTE range of $106k–$151k is competitive to above-market for a commercial SMB AE with 1+ years of experience. Industry benchmarks for similar roles at Series D+ or public SaaS companies typically fall between $90k–$140k OTE, so Samsara is offering a meaningful premium — especially with equity upside as a NYSE-listed company.

Skills you'll develop:

  • Full-cycle transactional sales (prospecting to close) — highly transferable
  • IoT/telematics domain expertise — niche but increasingly valuable as industries digitize
  • Salesforce (SFDC) proficiency — a market-standard CRM skill
  • Multi-stakeholder negotiation at the SMB level

Green flags: Samsara explicitly differentiates pay for top performers, offers equity, and has a clear growth mindset culture. The company is scaling rapidly across new offices — internal promotion paths are likely. The deal size ($5k–$20k) and volume focus make this an excellent stepping stone to mid-market or enterprise AE roles.

Watch out for: High-volume cold calling demands can lead to burnout. The role requires disciplined self-management in a remote environment. Quota pressure in transactional sales is real — confirm ramp expectations and quota attainment rates in the interview.

Headquarters: Remote - US

Who We Are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, 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

This is a high-energy role in which you will bring the Internet of Things to small to medium-size customers, building Samsara's business and delivering the benefits of sensor data. Typical sales will be $5k–$20k, and typically involve proof of concepts, multiple stakeholders, multi-faceted pricing negotiations, and selling to owners, safety managers, and operational managers.

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US.

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, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
  • Your mantra is #alwaysbeprospecting: The world of operations is vast. Your customers are often out in the field and the best way to reach them is live on the phone. Samsara's top reps do constant research to find companies and contacts to expand their pipeline.
  • You have innate curiosity in how businesses work: One day you'll meet with someone in waste management and the next you may be learning about the inner workings of a food distribution center. Our top sales team members seek to learn the ins and outs of the businesses they support in order to make a larger impact.
  • You are a lifelong learner: Samsara sales are complex. You will need to learn about businesses where you previously had little knowledge. The payoff is big but you have to be willing to put in the work.
  • You build genuine relationships with your customers: The industries we serve have relied on pen-and-paper solutions for years and haven't been met with the type of technology we offer. Our customers value earned trust and human relationships built over time.
  • You want to be with the best: Samsara's high-performance sales culture means you'll be surrounded by the best and challenged to go farther than you have before.

In This Role, You Will:

  • Own customer engagements end-to-end, from prospecting and qualification to close.
  • Generate pipeline through strategic outbound prospecting, as well as receive inbound leads from our account development team.
  • Target accounts with 11–30 vehicles.
  • Handle and own a transactional sales process with high-volume demands.
  • 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:

  • 1+ years of experience in a closing sales role

Ideal Candidate Has:

  • Proven track record of consistent quota achievement
  • Experience selling in the commercial space — small to medium deal sizes
  • Experience with high-volume cold calling
  • Experience in fast-paced, transactional sales
  • Growth mindset and willingness to be collaborative with teammates and in the selling process
  • Salesforce (SFDC) familiarity

Compensation

The compensation range shown spans approved pay zones for this role. Your primary work location determines the range applicable to you, which may be narrower than the full range displayed.

Annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees: $106,050 – $151,500 USD (depends on city of residence).

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. 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.

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.

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Fraudulent Employment Offers

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To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/samsara-account-executive-commercial

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Account Executive role truly remote or is office attendance required?
The role is fully remote and open to candidates residing anywhere in the US. Samsara's flexible working model supports remote work, though you must maintain legal work authorization in the United States.
What is the on-target earnings (OTE) for this position?
The annual OTE range is $106,050–$151,500 USD, depending on your city of residence. This includes a combination of base salary and performance-based variable pay.
How much sales experience is required to apply?
The minimum requirement is 1+ year of experience in a closing sales role. Ideal candidates also have experience with high-volume cold calling, transactional SMB deals, and Salesforce.
What types of customers will I be selling to?
You'll target small to medium-sized businesses with 11–30 vehicles, spanning industries like agriculture, construction, transportation, and field services. Typical deal sizes range from $5,000 to $20,000.
Does Samsara offer equity for this role?
Yes, Samsara's compensation program includes equity for eligible roles, along with base salary and performance-based variable pay, as part of their total rewards package.
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