Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer

Gogo Inc.; Broomfield, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with immediate vesting

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Gogo Inc. is hiring a Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer to design, develop and test production quality software for airborne systems on a Linux platform.

You will expand features, integrate open source components, and validate functionality on current products and our 5G Air-to-Ground solution. You will join an experienced team, create design docs, perform code reviews, and contribute to automated testing and build processes.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of software development experience, preferably in Linux or embedded systems.
• Experience with Linux networking including routing, iptables, DHCP, and DNS.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, and Go; knowledge of open source software in data communications or telecoms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software features for airborne products on Linux, integrating third‑party technologies and open source components.
• Create high and low‑level design documents and participate in design reviews and code inspections.
• Develop automated unit tests and provide effort estimates for design and feature work.
• Track project stories/tasks, manage schedule, and ensure timely delivery; continuously improve design, development, and test processes.
• Assist in establishing or maintaining software build environments and source code repositories for assigned projects.

Skills

Linux

Python

C/C++

Go

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Docker

Job description

We will be accepting applications through October 25, 2026 or until filled.- - -**Equal Pay Disclosure(s)****Base Pay**:104,000.00 - 130,000.00 USD Annual**Target Annual Short-Term Incentive**:Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)**Eligible for Incentive Stock Program**:Yes**Benefits**:Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at .- - -Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.The EEO is the law and is available. Gogo participates in E-Verify (and). Right to Work Statement (and).As a Gogo **Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer** you will be responsible for designing, developing and testing production quality software for Gogo airborne products on a Linux platform. You will develop new features, enhance existing software components, and test feature functionality on both existing products and our Next Generation 5G Air to Ground solution. You will be part of an experienced development team that integrates closely with other teams across the company.COME ON BOARD THE GOGO AIRBORNE PLATFORM SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TEAM!* Design and develop software features for new products or extend design of existing products, including selection and integration of third-party technologies, particularly open source* Create high and low-level design documentation* Conduct design reviews and participate in code inspections* Assist in development of automated unit tests* Provide estimates for design and feature development* Track project stories/tasks, provide status, and ensure stories/tasks are completed on schedule* Continually improve design, development, and test processes* May participate in establishing and maintaining software build environment and source code repository for assigned projects**Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in **Computer Science**, **Computer Engineering** or **Electrical Engineering**, or equivalent experience* 7-12 years of software development experience, preferably in a **Linux** or **embedded systems** environment* Understanding of **Linux networking** including **routing**, **iptables**, **DHCP**, and **DNS****Required Skills, Experience and Talents*** Strong application development skills in Linux environments utilizing **Python** and/or Linux scripting languages, **C/C++**, and possibly **Go*** Experience as a Software Engineer developing software and utilizing open source packages in data communications and/or telecommunications systems* Skilled in **Jenkins** automation build and test environment* Relevant software configuration management and tools skills using **Git*** Knowledge of Linux container concepts, especially **Docker** related**Preferred Skills, Experience and Talents*** Experience with 802.11ac wireless networking* Understanding of traffic shaping and QoS* Has worked with the Agile software development methodology and SAFe framework* Avionics and ARINC protocols knowledge* Working knowledge of the DO-178C certification process* Satellite communication experienceGogo is the only multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity provider offering connectivity technology purpose-built for business and military/government aviation.Our industry-leading product portfolio offers best-in-class solutions for all aircraft types, from small to large and heavy jets and beyond. The Gogo offering uniquely incorporates Air-to-Ground systems with high-speed satellite networks, to deliver consistent, global tip-to-tail connectivity through a sophisticated suite of software, hardware, and advanced infrastructure supported by a 24/7/365 in person customer support team.Gogo consistently strives to set new standards for reliability, security and innovation and is shaping the future of inflight aviation to make it easier for every customer to stay connected beyond all expectations.