Embedded Software Engineer - Viasat Government

Viasat

Tampa, FL

Full Time

Senior

136k-214k

10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Viasat is 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. The company values thinking big, acting fearlessly, and creating an inclusive environment that drives positive impact. This role is for an Embedded Software Engineer within Viasat Government, focusing on developing encrypted communications systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an onsite environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implementation with embedded software in Rust and C/C++ for an embedded environment.
Develop software to support encrypted communications systems including Layer 2 and Layer 3 In-line Network Encryptors, embedded cryptographic devices, and emerging cryptographic solutions.
Interface and collaborate with system, test, and hardware engineers as new capabilities are developed and transitioned into service.
Use Linux OS in an embedded environment, including TCP/IP and common network configuration.
Participate in Agile Scrum development processes.
Plan, track, and report on progress related to software development.
Develop and modify bare metal embedded device drivers.
Work with microprocessors and embedded processors such as NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.
Implement networking protocols like IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.
Contribute to the development, testing, and certification of Next Generation Encryptor (NGE) encryptors for government networks.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
At least 5 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.
Object-oriented software development experience.
Ability to plan, track, and report on progress.
Good oral and written communications skills.
US citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications.
Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers.
Experience with RESTConf interface design and implementation.
Experience with Emulation Environments.
Experience with networking protocols such as IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.
Experience with Python.
Familiarity with standalone embedded applications.
Experience with microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.).
Experience participating in multi-disciplinary teams.
Familiarity with Linux OS development tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
At least 5 years of embedded software design and implementation experience.
Experience with Linux OS in an embedded environment.
Basic TCP/IP knowledge.
Object-oriented development experience.
Active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary range from $135,500 to $214,000 annually, with specific ranges for certain locations.
Additional cash or stock incentives.
Comprehensive benefits focused on health and wellness.
Opportunities for travel up to 10%.
Work environment supporting inclusion and diversity.

Working at Viasat

Viasat values a one-team approach, encourages thinking big, acting fearlessly, and fostering an inclusive environment that drives positive impact. The company emphasizes diversity, collaboration, and innovation to meet global challenges.

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