Software Development Manager

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.

You will provide leadership for the development of software for edge platforms used in Aviation, delivering connectivity to end user devices leveraging Viasat's networks. The team you lead will support the critical infrastructure used for creating, testing, and delivering this connectivity via dedicated mobility access servers (MAS). We are looking for leader of a product team that can design, write, and deliver software services to our commercial aircraft. You will influence new designs, architectures, and methods for large-scale distributed systems. As part of our DevOps model, you will develop the service and own it from cradle to grave.

You will provide leadership for the development of software for edge platforms used in Aviation, delivering connectivity to end user devices leveraging Viasat's networks. The team you lead will support support the critical infrastructure used for creating, testing, and delivering this connectivity via dedicated mobility access servers (MAS). We are looking for leader of a product team that can design, write, and deliver software services to our commercial aircraft. You will influence new designs, architectures, and methods for large-scale distributed systems. As part of our DevOps model, you will develop the service and own it from cradle to grave.

• What you'll need:

  • 7+ Years of experience in programming languages such as Python / Java / Golang framework
  • 2+ years of experience leading a cross functional software development team in an agile workflow
  • Experience with Linux and networking
  • Solid communication skills and ability to lead a globally distributed team
  • Experience with Automation Technologies and CI/CD: Github Actions, Jenkins
  • Experience in designing and implementing automated software component and integration tests
  • Deep understanding of modern software design practices including microservices architectures.
  • Experience with Software Architecture and related principle
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science & Applications, Computer Science and Computer & Systems Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Science & Mathematics, Computer Science & Network Security and Math & Computer Science, and/or a related field

• What will help you on the job:

  • Experience with Container Technologies: Docker, Kubernetes
  • Expertise in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems
  • Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with a strong sense of ownership and drive
  • Experience with Cloud Technologies: AWS, GCP, and/or Azure, etc.

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.