Embedded Software Engineer – Satellite Systems

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in the United States (California) is seeking a software engineer to join the Access Edge Terminal Software team. You will design, develop and support software for embedded satellite terminal products (Ka-band, L-band, 5G) in aviation, maritime and residential contexts.

This site-based role requires collaboration with other software engineers, participation in code reviews, and travel up to 10%. A Bachelor's in CS/CE and strong C/C++ skills on Linux are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or equivalent required and related coursework.
• Hands-on software development experience in C/C++ and Linux/UNIX.
• Solid understanding of OO design, testing and version control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver embedded software for satellite terminal products.
• Collaborate with other teams; participate in design reviews and code reviews.
• Design, implement and test software with quality and agility in mind.
• Contribute as an individual contributor and coordinate with colleagues.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Skills

C/C++

Linux/UNIX

Object-Oriented

AI tooling

Analytical skills

Ownership

Communication

Bare-metal programming

Unit testing (C/C++)

Multithreading

Kernel driver

Git

CMake

Posix/Bash

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

RF/Satellite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Viasat in the United States (California) is seeking a software engineer to join the Access Edge Terminal Software team. You will design, develop and support software for embedded satellite terminal products (Ka-band, L-band, 5G) in aviation, maritime and residential contexts.

This site-based role requires collaboration with other software engineers, participation in code reviews, and travel up to 10%. A Bachelor's in CS/CE and strong C/C++ skills on Linux are essential.