Embedded Software Engineer
Viasat
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 3 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Embedded systemsC++CRustLinuxNetworking
- Work
- On-site in Tempe
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- C++41%Embedded systems21%C11%Rust7%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 28, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
This role is for an Embedded Software Engineer within Secure Network Systems (SNS) - Viasat Government, 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implementation with embedded software in C/C++ and Rust
- Linux OS use, for an embedded environment
- TCP/IP and common network configuration
- Object-oriented software development
- Agile Scrum development
- Ability to plan, track and report on progress
- CI/CD software development
- Good oral and written communications skills
- Linux kernel driver development/modifications
- Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers
- Microprocessors and embedded processors (NIOS, ARM, RISC-V, etc.)
- Networking protocols (e.g. IPSec, MACsec, TLS, etc.)
- Python development
- Standalone embedded applications
- Participating in multi-disciplinary teams
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Education: Completion of Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Design and implementation experience with embedded software in C/C++ or Rust
- Linux OS use, ideally for an embedded environment
- Basic understanding of TCP/IP and common network configuration
- Agile Scrum development experience
- Ability to plan, track, and report on progress
- CI/CD software
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 10%
Qualifications
- Object-oriented software 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
Additional Details
- This position is site-based, requiring 5 days per week from the Viasat office.
- Relocation assistance is available pending eligibility.
- This position requires U.S. Citizenship and an active SECRET or TOP SECRET security clearance.