ViaSat

Senior Software Engineer - Full-Stack

ViaSat$140K — $221K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of web application development experience using technologies like React, Spring Boot, Python, or Go.
  • Strong grasp of foundational computer science concepts, software architecture, and basic algorithms.
  • Experience with cloud computing technologies such as AWS or Azure.
  • Knowledge of microservice architecture.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.
  • U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineers in an Agile-first self-organized Scrum team.
  • Engage in emergent design discussions to determine suitable detail for coding tasks.
  • Iterate quickly on customer-focused features and adjust based on feedback.
  • Act as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior engineers while maintaining knowledge of the full tech stack.
  • Work with UX design teams to create functional and visually appealing workflows.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve technology and team dynamics.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Potential for additional cash or stock incentives based on performance.
  • Welcoming and diverse workplace culture.
  • Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
  • Flexible work arrangements and travel opportunities.
Full Job Description
What you'll do

Viasat is looking for an experienced full stack software engineer who enjoys developing performant web applications using modern web technology. We are developing an API and Multi-network satellite orchestration platform that provides real-time situational awareness and command and control capabilities to a global fleet of high value aircraft, and we need your help to drive the product forward leveraging the latest advances in cloud and analytics technology.

The day-to-day

  • Work collaboratively with other engineers in an Agile-first self-organized Scrum team
  • Collaborate with other engineers on emergent designs that have the correct amount of detail for the given situation
  • Quickly iterate on customer focused features and be prepared to pivot when feedback is received
  • Be a frontend or backend SME that mentors more junior engineers, while still understanding the full technology stack
  • Partner with the UX design team to implement efficient and attractive workflows
  • Always be looking for a better way to evolve the technology and the team

What you'll need

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience developing web applications, especially using one of React, Spring Boot, Python, or Go
  • Solid understanding of foundational computer science concepts related to software architecture, basic algorithms, and data structures
  • Experience in technologies used in cloud computing using AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers
  • Knowledge of microservice architectures
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
  • Ability to travel up to 10%
  • U.S. Citizenship Required. Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance

What will help you on the job

  • Experience with Agile development environments
  • Experience with React meta-frameworks like Next.js or TanStack
  • Experience in and knowledge of databases, especially Redis, Elasticsearch, and InfluxDB
  • UX/UI design experience or interest
  • Experience with CI/CD frameworks like GitHub Actions, Ansible, ArgoCD, or related
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Leadership experience or interest (e.g., scrum master, team leader, mentor)

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.

About ViaSat

ViaSat is a global communications company that provides satellite and wireless networking technology, services, and solutions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. ViaSat offers a range of products and services, including satellite broadband internet, in-flight Wi-Fi, and secure networking systems for government and military customers. The company has more than 6,200 employees and operates in over 50 countries. ViaSat is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol VSAT.
Learn more about ViaSat
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+12.3%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
NASDAQ

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