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

As a Software Engineer you will work as a member of the program delivery team and support the product development team. Both teams focus on developing and supporting the delivery of a monitor and control software, ViaControl, for satellite antenna systems. You will be participating in active software development of device drivers and product features using either a waterfall or agile methodology. We are seeking a Software Engineer Intern with experience working in Python and knowledge of various communication protocols including TCP, SNMP, and REST. An ideal candidate will have the knowledge and desire to support the design, development, implementation, integration, and testing of the ViaControl M&C software.

The day-to-day

Your day-to-day will vary by program phase, but core activities include designing, developing, testing, and documenting device drivers that integrate ViaControl with satellite antenna systems, and configuring and deploying ViaControl across a variety of hardware platforms. You will engage directly with internal and external customers to answer technical questions and resolve operational issues, and work alongside the product development team to contribute to feature development and provide real-world performance feedback. Above all, you will be a collaborative teammate — helping others hit delivery milestones and working through technical challenges together.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or currently pursuing)

• 2+ years of experience writing in Python

• Familiarity with network communication protocols such as TCP, SNMP, or REST

• Familiarity with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Ability to work in a Linux-based environment

What will help you on the job

• Experience with device driver development or hardware integration

• Experience with Ansible or similar configuration management tools

• Exposure to satellite communications, ground systems, or aerospace/defense domains

• Familiarity with agile or waterfall software development methodologies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

• Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt to a dynamic environment

Salary range

$117,000.00 - $185,000.00 / 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 $145,000.00- $218,000.00/ 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.