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Embedded Software Engineer, Viasat Government

Viasat

Carlsbad, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
112k-177k
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze software requirements, high level architecture design, low level detailed design, implementation, test and integration.
  • Work with an Agile Scrum team to plan, track, and implement embedded software development for multiple SATCOM modems.
  • Develop code from the driver level in C, to the application level, all the way to the user interface level using HTML and JavaScript.
  • Build user documentation for operations and assist the global services team in resolving field issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related subject area.
  • At least 2-3 years of design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++.
  • At least 1 year of Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment.
  • 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.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • US citizenship is required.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications.
  • Linux expertise.
  • Web-based user interface development experience.
  • Experience with large-scale wireless communication systems (SATCOM, LTE, etc.).
  • Networking experience: TCP/IP, NAT, L2 Switching, Firewalls, AAA, DHCP.
  • Experience managing Cisco switches and routers.
  • Experience with Python.
  • Experience with Docker.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical fields.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary range $111,500.00 - $176,500.00 annually.
  • Additional compensation such as cash or stock incentives.
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits dependent on the position.
  • Comprehensive benefit offerings focused on health and wellness.

Working at Viasat

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, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 20, 2025
Salary112k-177k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

About Viasat

Website

viasat.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Carlsbad, CA

Industry

All Other Telecommunications

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