Viasat

Embedded Software Engineer

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2 months ago
Linthicum, MD, USA +4 moreMid Level
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Base Salary

$117k - $185k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement embedded software in C/C++ and Rust.
  • Develop and modify Linux kernel drivers and work with bare-metal embedded device drivers.
  • Develop standalone embedded applications for encrypted communications and cryptographic systems.
  • Work with Linux in embedded environments, TCP/IP, network configuration, and networking protocols such as IPSec, MACsec, and TLS.
  • Work with microprocessors and embedded processors including NIOS, ARM, and RISC-V.
  • Participate in Scrum development, CI/CD software development, progress tracking, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Design and implement RESTConf interfaces and work with emulation environments.
  • Travel up to 10%.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or a related field.
  • US citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance.
  • At least 2–3 years of embedded software design and implementation experience in C/C++.
  • At least 1 year of Linux OS experience, ideally in an embedded environment.
  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development or modification, TCP/IP, network configuration, object-oriented software development, Agile Scrum, and CI/CD software.
  • Rust experience is preferred.
  • Experience with embedded processors such as NIOS, ARM, or RISC-V; RESTConf; emulation environments; IPSec, MACsec, or TLS; Python; and standalone embedded applications is helpful.
  • Ability to plan, track, and report on progress and communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Benefits

  • Base salary is listed as $117,000.00–$185,000.00 annually, with a location-specific range of $145,000.00–$218,000.00 annually for certain San Jose, San Francisco Bay Area, and New York City metropolitan locations.
  • Additional cash or stock incentives and medical, financial, and other benefits may be provided depending on the position.
  • The role requires travel of up to 10%.

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About Viasat

5,001-10,000 employees

Viasat builds and operates satellite networks that provide internet connectivity and secure SATCOM services for consumers, airlines, enterprises, and governments. Its business spans residential satellite internet, in-flight Wi‑Fi for commercial aviation, managed bandwidth, terminals, and defense-grade communications and encryption products. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, Viasat is a NASDAQ‑listed company that expanded its global footprint by acquiring Inmarsat in 2023.

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