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Embedded Software Engineer

Viasat and Careers
Carlsbad, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026
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:
This is a role for a Embedded Software Engineer within Secure Network 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 you'll need:
  • 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
  • US citizenship and and active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance
What will help you on the job:
  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
  • At least 2 years of design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C
  • At least 1 year Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment
  • Rust experience is preferred
  • 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

#LI-GS1
Salary range: $83,500.00 - $132,000.00 / 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 $104,000.00- $156,000.00/ 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. 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.

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