Software Engineer - CI Automation

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

We are seeking a lead CI / CD Automation Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining CI / CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions for automated deployment, testing, and system provisioning. You will build and manage infrastructure-as-code using Ansible, Terraform, and similar tools, and create automated test environments that simulate production-like systems for performance and scale testing.

You will work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot system issues, improve system reliability, and deploy updates. Your role will also involve developing and maintaining tooling and scripts in Python and Bash, and supporting observability with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK. Additionally, you will participate in on-call rotations for production support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis (RCA).

A strong understanding of network protocols (TCP / IP, DHCP, DNS, FreeRADIUS) is essential for supporting connectivity and configuration workflows. The role also requires active participation in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and design discussions.

The day-to-day

• Architect, implement, and maintain CI / CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) for automated deployment, testing, and system provisioning
• Capable of leading designing and developing complex CI test automation pipelines, end-to-end.
• Build and manage infrastructure-as-code using Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools
• Create and maintain automated test environments, simulating production-like systems for scale / performance testing
• Develop and maintain tooling and scripts in Python and Bash
• Support and enhance observability through tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK
• Participate in on-call rotation for production support, incident resolution, and RCA
• Collaborate with cross-functional DevOps, QA, and Network Engineering teams to troubleshoot system issues, improve reliability, and deploy updates
• Leverage knowledge of network protocols (TCP / IP, DHCP, DNS, FreeRADIUS) to support connectivity and configuration workflows
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and design discussions

What you'll need

What will help you on the job

Salary range

$135,500.00 - $214,000.00 / 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 $168,500.00- $252,500.00 / 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 .