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
Build and maintain a comprehensive test infrastructure for our software defined networking (SDN) platform. In this role, you’ll work closely with both backend and frontend engineers to design automated tests, simulate real-world networking scenarios, and ensure reliability from the kernel to the UI.
The day-to-day
Design and implement automated test frameworks across the stack (frontend, backend, networking, and infrastructure)
Write and maintain integration, end-to-end, and system-level tests using tools like Pytest, Jest, and Cypress
Test APIs (REST and gRPC) for functionality, security, and performance
Build and run test scenarios for networking features (e.g. NAT, firewalls, VPN tunnels, VRFs)
Build and execute test plans in hardware-in-the-loop environments to validate software on real hardware
Work with PostgreSQL and SQLite to seed test data, assert correctness, and validate migrations
Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins
This will initially be an on-site role based in Carlsbad, CA; the role could evolve into a hybrid role
What you'll need
4+ years of experience in test automation or software quality roles, ideally with exposure to both frontend and backend testing
Strong programming skills in Python and TypeScript
Hands-on experience with networking test tools (e.g. Wireshark) and debugging network behavior
Experience with test frameworks such as Pytest, Jest, and Cypress
Familiarity with REST and gRPC API testing
Experience testing web UIs built with React/Next.js
Ability to set up and validate cloud infrastructure (e.g. AWS EC2, VPC) and simulate real-world scenarios
Familiar with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated build/test workflows
Government position, US Citizenship required
What will help you on the job
Prior experience with networking products
Comfortable with Linux based operating systems
- Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain clearance
Salary range
$111,500.00 - $176,500.00 / 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 $139,000.00- $208,000.00/ 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.
