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Viasat, Inc.
Embedded Software Engineer
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An Embedded Software Engineer designs or improves the embedded computer software that supports specialized hardware for certain products, devices or systems. Oversees the entire software development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance.
$160,457 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
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 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 you'll 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 Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or a related field US citizenship and an active SECRET or