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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Viasat, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $117,000.0 - $185,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Communications Protocols, System Configuration, Linux, Device Drivers, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Network Service, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Restful APIs
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/12edca7a-6aa6-41da-aa3d-5c6b0fda3ffd

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or currently pursuing)
 * 2+ years of experience writing in Python
 * Familiarity with network communication protocols such as TCP, SNMP, or REST
 * Familiarity with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
 * Ability to work in a Linux-based environment

What will help you on the job

 * Experience with device driver development or hardware integration
 * Experience with Ansible or similar configuration management tools
 * Exposure to satellite communications, ground systems, or aerospace/defense domains
 * Familiarity with agile or waterfall software development methodologies
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
 * Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt to a dynamic environment

## Description

As a Software Engineer you will work as a member of the program delivery team and support the product development team. Both teams focus on developing and supporting the delivery of a monitor and control software, ViaControl, for satellite antenna systems. You will be participating in active software development of device drivers and product features using either a waterfall or agile methodology. We are seeking a Software Engineer Intern with experience working in Python and knowledge of various communication protocols including TCP, SNMP, and REST. An ideal candidate will have the knowledge and desire to support the design, development, implementation, integration, and testing of the ViaControl M&C software.

The day-to-day

Your day-to-day will vary by program phase, but core activities include designing, developing, testing, and documenting device drivers that integrate ViaControl with satellite antenna systems, and configuring and deploying ViaControl across a variety of hardware platforms. You will engage directly with internal and external customers to answer technical questions and resolve operational issues, and work alongside the product development team to contribute to feature development and provide real-world performance feedback. Above all, you will be a collaborative teammate - helping others hit delivery milestones and working through technical challenges together.