ViaSat

Senior Software Engineer (Lead) - Terminal Software

ViaSat$168K — $265K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • 10+ years of hands-on software design & development experience in C/C++/Rust for embedded environments
  • 10+ years of experience with Linux in embedded environments
  • Proven expertise with Linux networking stack and kernel drivers
  • Extensive experience in Object Oriented methodology and development
  • Familiarity with CICD and DevOps practices
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating software architecture & design

Responsibilities

  • Lead software design, development, and delivery for satellite terminal products
  • Engage with an agile development team in software engineering activities
  • Participate in design and code reviews to ensure quality products
  • Collaborate with other software team leads for timely software delivery
  • Produce software as an individual contributor
  • Support and mentor a team of software engineers
  • Travel up to 10% as required

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and financial benefits
  • Incentives including cash or stock options
  • Focus on holistic health and wellness
  • Inclusive and diverse work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and learning
Full 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 senior software engineer leading a software team. You will be engaging & collaborating with other software teams working on embedded software, to achieve development, design, quality and agility goals. You will provide leadership to your team in design & development of software for the satellite terminal products.

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
  • Lead a team of software engineers
  • Collaborate & coordinate with other software team leads in driving timely delivery of quality software
  • Produce software as an individual contributor.
  • Travel up to 10%

What you'll need

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • 10+ years' experience in hands-on software design & development experience using C/C++/Rust in embedded environments, with a track record of success
  • 10+ years' experience with Linux in embedded environments
  • Proven experience with Linux networking stack and kernel drivers
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Object Oriented methodology and development
  • Experience with CICD and DevOps practices
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate software architecture & design, including existing codebases
  • Excellent communication skills
  • US Citizenship or permanent residence required

What will help you on the job

  • Strong background in software development in Linux-based embedded environments
  • Strong background in security
  • Learning agility
  • Experience with using AI tooling in software development

Salary range

$168,000.00 - $265,000.00 / 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 $208,500.00- $312,500.00/ 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 on-line application, please click here.

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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