Software Engineer - Automation, Early Career

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:

Our team is responsible for designing and implementing software solutions for satellite communication ground and mobility systems. This role offers opportunities to develop cloud infrastructure, compose scalable software, and build reliable systems that connect different software components. You will use your skills in software design, coding, continuous integration, and support to improve our products. The real-world implication of our work is delivering connections that change the world. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of engineers and professionals at Viasat.

The day-to-day:

Integrating innovative software features

Automating interactions with software test components to support continuous deployment to users

Contributing in software feature and architecture design S

Debugging scale, bugs, networking, and distributed state issues

Working closely with team members and participating in code review feedback

Collaborating with partners to design custom solutions DevOps and internal customer support

Building robust API-driven software systems and building tools w/ AI

Designing and implementing software solutions for Viasat’s customized lab orchestration platform

Additional Details

This position is site-based. Site‑based employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five‑day work week. While this means employees are mostly and consistently onsite, Viasat embraces a flexible work environment. Relocation assistance is available pending eligibility.

As an Early Career hire, you will participate in our Graduate Development Program during your first 12+ months at Viasat. This program is designed to support your transition from university to the workplace through dedicated mentorship, building relationships with your cohort of new grad hires, technical upskilling, soft skills development and more to ensure you’re set up for success as you begin your professional journey with Viasat.

Viasat offers the following pre-determined start date options for incoming US Early Career hires (limited exceptions available)

Monday, July 13, 2026

Monday, August 3, 2026

Monday, September 7, 2026

What you'll need:

Education: Completion of Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Experience: This role is intended for someone with 0-3 years of full-time, relevant industry experience

Proficiency coding in Python

Experience with team-based software development

Proficiency in documenting

Experience developing software in and for a Linux environment

Written and verbal communication skills

Positive perspective and great collaborator

Valid Work Permit or Visa for the country you would be located and working from

What will help you on the job:

Experience with software feature design

Experience with Databases (Postgres, MSSQL Server, etc.)

Proficiency in refactoring and modularizing existing codebases

Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD) training or experience (e.g., Jenkins, Github Actions)

Knowledge or experience with deployment tools such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Azure, and/or Docker

Experience troubleshooting technical issues with internal users

Experience with containerization

Experience with AI Development (e.g., Claude code, opencode, Copilot)

Ability to prioritize competing tasks and requirements

Experience with version control software (git)

Experience with API design and Software Architecture

Experience with GoLang, k8s, argocd