Embedded Software Engineer - Space

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 an Embedded Software Engineer within Space Infrastructure - Viasat, experienced in C/C++/Python and interested in learning the Rust programming language. You will design, develop, and integrate software for satellite payload flight control, embedded cryptographic functions, and automated test solutions. You will interface and collaborate with system, test, and hardware engineers as new capabilities are developed and transitioned into service.

This position requires an experienced software engineer able to work with autonomy and able to lead trade-off studies. The candidate must show expertise in most core software development proficiencies.

The day-to-day:

Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C++ and Rust

Design and implementation with embedded and system test software in C/C++ and Python

Design and implementation of Linux OS applications in Python, C/C++, and Rust

Design and implementation of FreeRTOS applications in C/C++ and Rust

Design and develop applications for microprocessors, embedded processors, and FPGAs

Design and implementation of bare metal embedded device drivers

Debug and resolve complex integration issues

Design CI/CD infrastructure and automation services

Find opportunities to improve product reliability and security

Lead design reviews and documentation tasks

Agile SCRUM Framework development

Works autonomously with little instruction to solve well-defined problems

This is an onsite role

What you'll need:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

2 - 5 years of design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++

1 - 3 years of design and implementation experience with system test software in Python

At least 1 year of Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment

Experience with Linux, RTOS, and bare metal applications

Object-Oriented software design and development experience

Strong Design Patterns knowledge and practical experience

Basic understanding of OSI model layers

Ability to plan, track and report on team progress

Good oral and written communications skills

US citizenship

Ability to travel up to 10%

What will help you on the job:

Experience with Python software development

Experience with Emulation Environments

Experience with CI/CD practices

Experience with AI Toolkits and Platforms (e.g. Copilot, Claude, Cursor, etc.)

Familiarity with tools and services like Git, GitHub, Jira, Jama, Artifactory, etc.

Familiarity with Rust software development

Familiarity with FPGA-based architectures

Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications

Familiarity with RTOS and standalone embedded applications

Familiarity with Ethernet standard and protocols

Familiarity with network security protocols (e.g. IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.)

SCRUM Product Owner and/or SCRUM Master certification

Familiarity with debuggers (GDB over JTAG)