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Senior Software Engineer (Lead) - Terminal Software

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Carlsbad, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
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
  • ship 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 $209,000.00- $313,000.00/ 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

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.

Salary : $168,000 - $265,000

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