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Senior Software Engineer - (Go/C++/ Python & NTN)

Viasat logoViasat~$155k–$261k/yrtypicalHyderabad, India; Perungudi, IndiaFull-timePosted 1w ago

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## About us At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space. We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals.

When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action. ## What you'll do PHY Management team is responsible for the development of the RU (Radio Unti) software for Viasat’s upcoming standards based global LEO NTN network.

In addition, the team is also responsible for automated updating, configuration, and monitoring of various SAN components in our existing global Ka band network. Team member responsibilities are to design and implement new features as needed, regularly maintain and update the code base, maintaining applications in Viasat's production networks in a devops model.

Team members regularly interact with embedded systems and will need to work closely with the Programmable Logic team and NTN RAN vendor teams in order to support features and required configurations for new devices that are in use.

This is a site‑based role, employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five‑day workweek. ## The day-to-day - Use your experience in O-RAN based RU M-plane development and integration of same with other internal RU components - Integration with other network components (DU, SMO, other SAN/network management applications) - Design and Implement management applications for Configuring/Updating/Monitoring HW systems - Maintain and automate CI/CD pipelines for build/testing/deployments - Support production & lab environments aligned with team’s responsibility - Update and maintain existing production applications and networks ## What you'll need - BS in Computer Science or equivalent - 3- 5 years of experience working with O-RAN and 3GPP technology - Experience with O-RAN based RU development and integration (C/U/S/M-planes). - Very good understanding of O-RAN fronthaul/M-plane specifications - Demonstrated experience in Network programming and embedded environments - Proficiency with NetConf, YANG, JSON - Experience integrating multi-vendor SW (including Open source) - Used technology/languages include Docker, Kubernetes, Golang, Python, Github Actions, Jenkins ## What will help you on the job - Experience working with O-RAN SW provider focusing on 3GPP, O-RAN C/U/S/M-plane development - Practical CI/CD/devops experience - Strong software debugging and troubleshooting skills - Network programming and Embedded Systems experience - Good understanding of multithreading and OS concepts #LI-GS1 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.

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From Viasat's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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