Software Engineer

About usOne team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.What you’ll doThe ViaSat Access Edge Terminal Software team is responsible for the design, development, delivery and support of software running on embedded satellite terminal products (Ka-band, L-band, 5G) that are used in aviation, maritime, residential and other sectors.You’ll be a software engineer working as part of a software team with a technical lead. You will be engaging & collaborating with other software teams working on embedded software, to achieve development, design, quality and agility goals.The day-to-daySoftware engineering as part of an agile development teamDesign, develop and drive software productsParticipate in design, development and code reviews of software with a view to deliver quality products in the short and long termCollaborate & coordinate with other software engineers and teams in driving timely delivery of quality softwareProduce software as an individual contributor.Travel up to 10%What you’ll need5 - 7 years’ experience in hands-on software developmentBachelor’s in computer science, computer engineering, or software engineeringExperience using C/C++, Linux and embedded systems.Proven experience with Linux/UNIXHands-on experience with Objected Oriented methodology & developmentRelevant coursework in computer scienceStrong analytical skills & ability to evaluate software design, including existing codebasesStrong sense of ownershipExcellent communication skillsUS Citizenship is requiredWhat will help you on the jobExperience writing unit tests for C/C++.Experience using python in the functional test of embedded systems.Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and principles.Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., git).Experience with GitHub Actions.Learning agilityExperience with using AI tooling in software developmentBeing detail oriented with strong analytical problem-solving skillsAbility to collaborate and communicate in a team environmentMaster’s in computer science or computer engineeringSalary range$140,500.00 - $221,500.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $174,000.00- $261,000.00/ annuallyAt Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.EEO StatementViasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.

• 5 - 7 years’ experience in hands-on software development
• Bachelor’s in computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering
• Experience using C/C++, Linux and embedded systems.
• Proven experience with Linux/UNIX
• Hands-on experience with Objected Oriented methodology & development
• Relevant coursework in computer science
• Strong analytical skills & ability to evaluate software design, including existing codebases
• Strong sense of ownership
• Excellent communication skills
• US Citizenship is required

What will help you on the job

• Experience writing unit tests for C/C++.
• Experience using python in the functional test of embedded systems.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and principles.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., git).
• Experience with GitHub Actions.
• Learning agility
• Experience with using AI tooling in software development
• Being detail oriented with strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate and communicate in a team environment
• Master’s in computer science or computer engineering

$140,500.00 - $221,500.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $174,000.00- $261,000.00/ annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you’ll do

The ViaSat Access Edge Terminal Software team is responsible for the design, development, delivery and support of software running on embedded satellite terminal products (Ka-band, L-band, 5G) that are used in aviation, maritime, residential and other sectors.