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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:
As a Digital Designer III on the Digital Design team, you’ll be a main contributor to high-impact initiatives that shape Samsara’s web and digital experience. You'll collaborate with cross functional partners across Product, Marketing and Engineering to design thoughtful, high-quality experiences that directly contribute to Samsara’s conversion, engagement, and growth. This role requires a mix of strong design craft, systems thinking, and digital marketing sensibility.
- Remote: This is a remote position
- Location: Open to candidates based in open to candidates residing in Canada and the US (Zones 2-4)
- Time Zone: This position requires working hours between 9am-5pm in any North American timezone. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.
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.
In this role, you will:
- Own design execution for high-impact digital projects (websites, landing pages, campaigns, etc.), from concept to launch
- Demonstrate thoughtful use of AI tools to enhance creativity, speed and quality of design work
- Create wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes for stakeholder alignment
- Develop and maintain scalable design systems for Samsara’s digital touchpoints
- Partner closely with Product, Marketing, and Engineering to ensure design feasibility and intent
- Use data and experimentation (A/B testing, analytics) to drive continuous improvement of the user experience
- 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:
- 4+ years of relevant experience in digital, web, or product design (agency or in-house)
- Advanced proficiency with Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and web prototyping tools
- Portfolio showcasing responsive web, digital campaigns, and/or product design
- Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams
- Solid understanding of web accessibility, UX and UI best practices
- A blend of systems thinking, visual storytelling, and digital brand design
An ideal candidate also has:
- B2B/SaaS design experience
- Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS/JS (not required, but helpful for collaboration)
- Experience working with design systems
- Experience with motion
Annual Base Salary
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. This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions.
- $80,027.50 — $121,050 USD
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 accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Our Commitment to Authenticity
We use Tofu, a fraud detection tool, to validate the authenticity of applications and protect against identity fraud. This ensures we are connecting with real people and allows us to prioritize genuine candidates. Please see Samsara’s Candidate Privacy Notice for more information.
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.
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:
As a Digital Designer III on the Digital Design team, you’ll be a main contributor to high-impact initiatives that shape Samsara’s web and digital experience. You'll collaborate with cross functional partners across Product, Marketing and Engineering to design thoughtful, high-quality experiences that directly contribute to Samsara’s conversion, engagement, and growth. This role requires a mix of strong design craft, systems thinking, and digital marketing sensibility.
- Remote: This is a remote position
- Location: Open to candidates based in open to candidates residing in Canada and the US (Zones 2-4)
- Time Zone: This position requires working hours between 9am-5pm in any North American timezone. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.
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.
In this role, you will:
- Own design execution for high-impact digital projects (websites, landing pages, campaigns, etc.), from concept to launch
- Demonstrate thoughtful use of AI tools to enhance creativity, speed and quality of design work
- Create wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes for stakeholder alignment
- Develop and maintain scalable design systems for Samsara’s digital touchpoints
- Partner closely with Product, Marketing, and Engineering to ensure design feasibility and intent
- Use data and experimentation (A/B testing, analytics) to drive continuous improvement of the user experience
- 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:
- 4+ years of relevant experience in digital, web, or product design (agency or in-house)
- Advanced proficiency with Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and web prototyping tools
- Portfolio showcasing responsive web, digital campaigns, and/or product design
- Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams
- Solid understanding of web accessibility, UX and UI best practices
- A blend of systems thinking, visual storytelling, and digital brand design
An ideal candidate also has:
- B2B/SaaS design experience
- Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS/JS (not required, but helpful for collaboration)
- Experience working with design systems
- Experience with motion
Annual Base Salary
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. This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions.
- $80,027.50 — $121,050 USD
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 accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Our Commitment to Authenticity
We use Tofu, a fraud detection tool, to validate the authenticity of applications and protect against identity fraud. This ensures we are connecting with real people and allows us to prioritize genuine candidates. Please see Samsara’s Candidate Privacy Notice for more information.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Digital Designer
Lead with a portfolio, not your resume
Hiring managers for digital design roles make decisions based on work samples first. A well-organized portfolio showcasing UI, brand, or motion projects signals competence faster than any resume bullet point and reduces hesitation around OPT authorization.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Let employers know exactly how long your OPT authorization lasts and whether STEM OPT extension is available to you. Framing your 12 to 36 months of work authorization clearly removes uncertainty that might otherwise slow down hiring decisions.
Target companies with in-house design teams
Companies with dedicated design departments, like product-led tech firms or large consumer brands, are more likely to have established processes for hiring OPT candidates than small agencies that rarely navigate work authorization paperwork.
Emphasize tools that signal immediate productivity
Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools tells employers you can contribute from day one. Listing specific software expertise reduces perceived onboarding risk, which matters when an employer is weighing OPT-related administrative effort.
Use your degree field as an eligibility anchor
OPT employment must be directly related to your degree. A design role tied to a visual communication or interaction design degree is a clean match. Be ready to articulate that connection explicitly in interviews if your degree title is unconventional.
Research which employers have sponsored design roles before
Past sponsorship behavior is a reliable indicator of future willingness. Browse Migrate Mate to find digital design jobs posted by employers who actively hire OPT and visa-sponsored candidates, saving time by focusing on genuinely open opportunities.
Digital Designer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Digital Designer jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Digital Designer roles typically qualify for OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field, such as graphic design, visual communication, or interaction design. The position needs to use the knowledge from your degree in a meaningful way. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like human-computer interaction, you may also be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Can I use my STEM OPT extension for a Digital Designer role?
It depends on your degree's CIP code. Digital design graduates with degrees in computer science, information systems, or human-computer interaction often qualify for STEM OPT extension. Graduates with degrees in fine arts or graphic design under non-STEM CIP codes generally do not. Check your degree's designated CIP code with your DSO before assuming extension eligibility, as this significantly affects your total authorized work period.
How should I explain my OPT status to a Digital Designer employer?
Be direct and factual. Tell them you have F-1 OPT work authorization valid for 12 months, the start date, and whether you qualify for a STEM OPT extension. Emphasize that no sponsorship is required during your OPT period and that you can begin working immediately once your EAD card is issued. Most design employers are unfamiliar with OPT, so clear, confident framing makes a significant difference.
What happens to my Digital Designer job if my OPT expires before an H-1B is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed extension or cap-gap protection, you may be able to continue working through cap-gap. Cap-gap automatically extends your OPT status and employment authorization while the H-1B petition is pending. Confirm the timing carefully with your DSO and an immigration attorney to avoid any gap in work authorization.
Where can I find Digital Designer jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and lists digital design roles from employers who are open to hiring candidates on work authorization. Rather than filtering through general job boards where OPT status is often unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship and OPT are already part of the employer's hiring consideration, saving significant time in your job search.