Embedded Software Engineer

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat were 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. Were looking for people who think big act fearlessly and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What youll do

This is a role for a Embedded Software Engineer within Secure Netowrk Systems (SNS) - Viasat Government who is eager to contribute to a small fast-paced team. You will develop software to support encrypted communications systems including Layer 2 and Layer 3 In-line Network Encryptors embedded cryptographic devices and emerging cryptographic solutions. You will interface and collaborate with system test and hardware engineers as new capabilities are developed and transitioned into service.

The day-to-day

• Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C and Rust
• Linux OS use for an embedded environment
• TCP/IP and common network configuration
• Object-oriented software development
• Agile Scrum development
• Ability to plan track and report on progress
• CI/CD software development
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Linux kernel driver development/modifications
• Familiarity with to bare metal embedded device drivers
• Microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS ARM RISC-V etc.)
• Networking protocols (e.g. IPSec MACsec TLS etc.)
• Python development
• Standalone embedded applications
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams

What youll need

• At least 2-3 years of design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C
• At least 1 year Linux OS use ideally for an embedded environment
• Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
• Rust experience is preferred
• Design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C
• 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
• CI/CD software
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Bachelors degree in computer engineering or a related field
• US citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10%

What will help you on the job

• Familiarity with to bare metal embedded device drivers
• Experience with microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS ARM RISC-V etc.)
• Experience with RESTConf interface design and implementation
• Experience with Emulation Environments
• Experience with networking protocols (e.g. IPSec MACsec TLS etc.)
• Experience with Python
• Familiarity with to standalone embedded applications
• Experience participating in multi-disciplinary teams

Salary range

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 Viasats comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at 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.