Software Engineer

Viasat; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 140,500 - 221,500; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to join the Access Edge Terminal Software team. You will design and deliver software for embedded satellite terminal products (Ka-band, L-band, 5G) used in aviation, maritime, and residential sectors, collaborating with multiple software teams to meet delivery milestones.

The role requires 5–7 years of hands-on development, strong C/C++, Linux/Unix, and OO skills, along with a clear ownership mindset and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years hands-on software development experience.
• Bachelor's in computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering.
• Strong C/C++, Linux and embedded systems experience.
• Experience with Linux/UNIX and OO development.
• Strong communication and ownership in a team.

Responsibilities

• Software engineering as part of an agile team.
• Design, develop and drive software products.
• Participate in design and code reviews for quality.
• Collaborate with other engineers to deliver timely software.
• Produce software as an individual contributor.
• Travel up to 10%.

Skills

C/C++ development

Linux/Unix

Embedded systems

OO design

Communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's in computer science/engineering

Master's in CS/CE (advantage)

Tools

Git

GitHub Actions

Python (testing)

RTOS knowledge

Job description

About us

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.

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-day

• Software engineering as part of an agile development team
• Design, develop and drive software products
• Participate in design, development and code reviews of software with a view to deliver quality products in the short and long term
• Collaborate & coordinate with other software engineers and teams in driving timely delivery of quality software
• Produce software as an individual contributor.
• Travel up to 10%

What you’ll need

• 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

Salary 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/ 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

Viasat 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 online application, please click here.