Samsara Program Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 18 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Samsara.
Samsara
Program Manager
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I had a phone screen with the hiring manager about the job. Then, a phone screen with the recruiter to talk about salary. After that, there was a panel interview with 4 people where they used the STAR method and behavioral questions. Finally, I had a homework assignment and presentation with a panel.
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Can you describe a situation using the STAR method?
- Do you have any behavioral examples related to program management?
- Tell me about the role.
Samsara
Program Manager
Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
This was one of the best interviews I've had, the team really seemed invested in finding a good mutual fit. I liked how upfront they were about the process and how they gave feedback after each step. It was a pretty demanding interview process, requiring significant time and effort, especially with the panel interview and final presentation, but it felt fair overall.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- The panel interview focused on operating principles as they relate to the role.
- I was able to present a project I had previously led, which was relevant to the role, rather than a hypothetical scenario.
- Can you walk me through how you approached a project you led in the past?
Samsara
Program Manager
Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The recruiter, Caroline, gave me a weird vibe on the phone screen. It's been 2 weeks since I was rejected, and they reposted the job. I've talked to others who were also rejected. It seems they're struggling to find someone for their rotational program. The interview process involved a phone screening, a take-home assignment, and then a 4-hour virtual onsite with back-to-back interviews. I'd advise avoiding this company.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you explain your interest in product management?
- Could you introduce yourself?
- What are your reasons for wanting to join Samsara?
Samsara Program Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Samsara interview reports.
“Given a plan timeline, was it possible to expedite it?”
Read reports →“What are your reasons for wanting to join Samsara?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about your favorite brand?”
Read reports →“Can you present your homework assignment?”
Read reports →“What salary are you looking for?”
Read report →“Could you introduce yourself?”
Read report →“What's your reason for wanting to switch jobs?”
Read report →“Tell me about the role.”
Read report →“Are you familiar with Samsara, and do you have other behavioral questions for the recruiter call?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 18 Samsara interview reports.