Embedded Software Engineer - Viasat Government

Viasat, Inc.•Tampa, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a role for an Embedded Software Engineer within Viasat Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS) experienced in the Rust programming language 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. This program is to develop, test and certify Next Generation Encryptor (NGE) encryptors to protect government networks. This is an onsite role in one of two locations: Carlsbad, CA, or Marlborough, MA.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
At least 2 years of Rust experience, ideally writing production code for embedded devices.
Design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++
At least 1 year Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment
Basic understanding of TCP/IP.
Object-oriented software development experience
Ability to plan, track and report on progress
Good oral and written communications skills
US citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance is required
Ability to travel up to 10%

Nice To Haves

Agile Scrum development experience
Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers
Experience with microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.)
Experience with RESTConf interface design and implementation
Experience with Emulation Environments
Experience with networking protocols (e.g. IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.)
Experience with Python
Familiarity with standalone embedded applications
Experience participating in multi-disciplinary teams