Lead Software Engineer

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 successful candidate will work on a mission-critical software development program of work. We are looking for a candidate with a strong software development background as well as team lead, or technical mentorship experience. In this role, you will understand the technical landscape, set the direction for the team, find ways to move forward when obstacles arise.

The day-to-day

• • Participate in system design/definition efforts.
  • Drive software architecture/design/implementation efforts
  • Participate in DevOps efforts
  • Play the Lead role for a Scrum team
    
    
    

What You'll Need

• • 10+ years in C, C++ and related scripting experience
  • Expert in Linux, OS concepts, TCP/IP stack and Networking
  • Experience leading software development projects
  • Good to have knowledge on Containers, Kubernetes, SDWAN
    
    
    

What Will Help You On The Job

• • Proven experience driving towards a goal or key objectives.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related field
  • Travel up to 10%
    
    
    

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.