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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.\nWhat you'll do\nOur team is responsible for designing and implementing software solutions for satellite communication ground and mobility systems. This role offers opportunities to develop cloud infrastructure, compose scalable software, and build reliable systems that connect different software components. You will use your skills in software design, coding, continuous integration, and support to improve our products. The real-world implication of our work is delivering connections that change the world. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of engineers and professionals at Viasat.\nThe day-to-day\nIntegrating innovative software features\nAutomating interactions with software test components to support continuous deployment to users\nContributing in software feature and architecture design S\nDebugging scale, bugs, networking, and distributed state issues\nWorking closely with team members and participating in code review feedback\nCollaborating with partners to design custom solutions DevOps and internal customer support\nBuilding robust API-driven software systems and building tools w/ AI\nDesigning and implementing software solutions for Viasat’s customized lab orchestration platform\nAdditional Details\nThis position is site-based. Site-based employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five-day work week. 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This program is designed to support your transition from university to the workplace through dedicated mentorship, building relationships with your cohort of new grad hires, technical upskilling, soft skills development and more to ensure you’re set up for success as you begin your professional journey with Viasat. \nViasat offers the following pre-determined start date options for incoming US Early Career hires (limited exceptions available)Monday, July 13, 2026\nMonday, August 3, 2026\nMonday, September 7, 2026\n\nWhat you'll need\nEducation: Completion of Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field\nExperience: This role is intended for someone with 0-3 years of full-time, relevant industry experience\nProficiency coding in Python\nExperience with team-based software development\nProficiency in documenting\nExperience developing software in and for a Linux environment\nWritten and verbal communication skills\nPositive perspective and great collaborator\nValid Work Permit or Visa for the country you would be located and working from\n\nWhat will help you on the job\nExperience with software feature design\nExperience with Databases (Postgres, MSSQL Server, etc.)\nProficiency in refactoring and modularizing existing codebases\nContinuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD) training or experience (e.g., Jenkins, Github Actions)\nKnowledge or experience with deployment tools such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Azure, and/or Docker\nExperience troubleshooting technical issues with internal users\nExperience with containerization\nExperience with AI Development (e.g., Claude code, opencode, Copilot)\nAbility to prioritize competing tasks and requirements\nExperience with version control software (git)\nExperience with API design and Software Architecture\nExperience with GoLang, k8s, argocd\nSalary range\n$95,000.00 - $150,000.00 / annually.\nFor 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 $118,000.00- $177,000.00/ annually\nAt 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 careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.\nEEO Statement\nViasat 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.\nIntegrating innovative software features\nAutomating interactions with software test components to support continuous deployment to users\nContributing in software feature and architecture design S\nDebugging scale, bugs, networking, and distributed state issues\nWorking closely with team members and participating in code review feedback\nCollaborating with partners to design custom solutions DevOps and internal customer support\nBuilding robust API-driven software systems and building tools w/ AI\nDesigning and implementing software solutions for Viasat’s customized lab orchestration platform\nAdditional Details\nThis position is site-based. Site-based employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five-day work week. 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