Embedded Software Engineer – Encrypted Networking (Secret Clearance)

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to a small, fast-paced team developing software for encrypted communications systems. The role involves C/C++ embedded development, Linux-based embedded environments, and collaboration with system and hardware engineers.

The position targets designing for Layer 2/3 in-line network encryptors, with a focus on secure cryptographic devices and evolving cryptographic solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++.
• At least 2 years Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment
• Experience using Rust
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and common network configuration
• Object-oriented software development experience
• Agile Scrum development experience
• Ability to plan, track, and report on progress
• CI/CD software
• Good oral and written communication skills
• US citizenship and an active SECRET (or higher) security clearance is required
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C++ for encrypted communications systems.
• Linux OS usage in embedded environments and kernel driver development/modifications.
• Work with networking protocols such as IPSec, MACsec, TLS.
• Interface and collaborate with system, test, and hardware engineers.
• Contribute to development and certification of the Next Generation Encryptor (NGE).

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Linux OS experience

TCP/IP networking

Python

RESTConf

Networking protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux kernel drivers

Rust

ARM/RISC-V

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Viasat is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to a small, fast-paced team developing software for encrypted communications systems. The role involves C/C++ embedded development, Linux-based embedded environments, and collaboration with system and hardware engineers.

The position targets designing for Layer 2/3 in-line network encryptors, with a focus on secure cryptographic devices and evolving cryptographic solutions.