ViaSat
Software Test Automation Engineer
ViaSat, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
About us
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.What you'll do
As a Software Engineer in test automation, we think long-term and drive towards scalable and maintainable solutions leveraging industry standard automation tools and frameworks to support Viasat's high mix of vertically integrated products! We work together with Engineers from many domains to improve test strategies, ensure adequate test coverage, and improve product designs! In a highly collaborative team environment, you will take a stake in the team's mission to align with software engineering standard processes and master our craft. This includes implementing and using CI/CD pipelines, standard libraries, etc. Ultimately, you will be responsible for ensuring quality test software solutions are delivered to both internal and external customers supporting the entire product life cycle.The day-to-day
Digesting top-level requirements and providing feedback to ensure they are concise, testable, and realisticDeriving test software requirements from stakeholder needsDesigning and Documenting Test Software architectures to allow for long-term maintenance and supportDeveloping automated test software routines which interface with DUTs and other hardware to ensure the quality of Viasat's productsParticipating in continuous improvement activities to help find opportunities for reuse as well as process modifications that drive development efficienciesCollaborating with product design engineers to create products that are more testable and/or help test themselvesParticipate in a data-driven test strategyWhat you'll need
Bachelor's degree in EE, CS, CE, a similar technical degree, or equivalent experience5+ years systems and test experience in complex environmentsExperience developing software in a team environment using version control, build automation, bug tracking, test driven development and similar processes/technologiesExperience with National Instrument's LabVIEW and/or TestStandExperience with C#, Python, and/or other text-based languagesExperience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, Multicast, etc.) and network devices used in product testingExperience implementing test automation, next generation test platforms, instrument drivers, and other test toolsExperience creating software test plans to demonstrate requirements coverage and complianceExperience creating fully documented reusable libraries, abstractions, and APIsResults oriented with a high degree of accountability, commitment, and responsibilityAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET clearanceUS government position. US citizenship required.Up to 10% travel
What will help you on the job
Knowledge of current software development industry tools and best practices.Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming and design patternsGood understanding of security, user privileges, and system administrationExisting knowledge of development processes regarding sensitive materialsExcellent communication skillsIntellectual curiosity and test mindsetDesire to grow and ability to quickly learn
Salary range
$144,000.00 - $205,500.00 / annually.For 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 $179,000.00- $242,000.00/ annually
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. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
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.What you'll do
As a Software Engineer in test automation, we think long-term and drive towards scalable and maintainable solutions leveraging industry standard automation tools and frameworks to support Viasat's high mix of vertically integrated products! We work together with Engineers from many domains to improve test strategies, ensure adequate test coverage, and improve product designs! In a highly collaborative team environment, you will take a stake in the team's mission to align with software engineering standard processes and master our craft. This includes implementing and using CI/CD pipelines, standard libraries, etc. Ultimately, you will be responsible for ensuring quality test software solutions are delivered to both internal and external customers supporting the entire product life cycle.The day-to-day
Digesting top-level requirements and providing feedback to ensure they are concise, testable, and realisticDeriving test software requirements from stakeholder needsDesigning and Documenting Test Software architectures to allow for long-term maintenance and supportDeveloping automated test software routines which interface with DUTs and other hardware to ensure the quality of Viasat's productsParticipating in continuous improvement activities to help find opportunities for reuse as well as process modifications that drive development efficienciesCollaborating with product design engineers to create products that are more testable and/or help test themselvesParticipate in a data-driven test strategyWhat you'll need
Bachelor's degree in EE, CS, CE, a similar technical degree, or equivalent experience5+ years systems and test experience in complex environmentsExperience developing software in a team environment using version control, build automation, bug tracking, test driven development and similar processes/technologiesExperience with National Instrument's LabVIEW and/or TestStandExperience with C#, Python, and/or other text-based languagesExperience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, Multicast, etc.) and network devices used in product testingExperience implementing test automation, next generation test platforms, instrument drivers, and other test toolsExperience creating software test plans to demonstrate requirements coverage and complianceExperience creating fully documented reusable libraries, abstractions, and APIsResults oriented with a high degree of accountability, commitment, and responsibilityAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET clearanceUS government position. US citizenship required.Up to 10% travel
What will help you on the job
Knowledge of current software development industry tools and best practices.Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming and design patternsGood understanding of security, user privileges, and system administrationExisting knowledge of development processes regarding sensitive materialsExcellent communication skillsIntellectual curiosity and test mindsetDesire to grow and ability to quickly learn
Salary range
$144,000.00 - $205,500.00 / annually.For 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 $179,000.00- $242,000.00/ annually
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. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.