MTS IV, Software Engineer - Network Dev

Overview

Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com.

Who we are:


Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight entertainment and communication products such as movies, games, live TV, WiFi and Internet services. We're also expanding our award-winning GEO connectivity network into the LEO space.


How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that's here to stay! With our company's history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.


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The position:


Panasonic is developing the next generation of GEO/LEO satellite and 5G cellular onboard connectivity, bringing higher speeds and lower latency to enable higher bandwidth and global coverage to the end user.


You'll be designing and implementing software to manage the network on board the aircraft and interfacing software with satellite vendors.


We are looking for a motivated, driven, and collaborative Software Engineer with experience in embedded software development to join a talented team that conducts research, design and development of software running on Linux to power our latest products.

Responsibilities

What We're looking for:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, modifies and implements complex software applications from functional and system design specifications.
• Codes, integrates, tests, debugs, and refines the software to produce the required product.
• Develops software tools and subsystems to support software development, test, and reuse, and manages implementation for projects requiring extensive investigation and clarification.
• Enhances software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency and robustness.
• Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes design interfaces.
• Prepares, reviews, and evaluates interface documentation, specifications, test plans and procedures.
• Assists in definition, analysis and allocation of requirements.
• Supports system test programs and analyzes system testing results.
• Documents designs in engineering documents including functional block diagrams and data/logic flow charts.
• Maintains the developed software efficiently through familiarity with software lifecycles.
• Provides leadership and/or technical guidance to lower level engineers, designers and support personnel as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong proven experience in C/C++ development
• Experience with Golang or a proven ability to rapidly gain proficiency and deliver high-quality solutions using the language
• Experience with Virtualization, Containerization, Docker Containers.
• Deep knowledge and experience in multi-threaded embedded software development.
• Proven experience in development under Linux.
• Proven experience in socket programing, IPC and PUB/SUB architecture.
• Understanding of the networking protocols TCP/UDP/IP/ etc.
• Familiar with Linux iptables, IP routing, VLAN, Ethernet switch, Wi-Fi networks, Ethernet PHY, SERDES and Fiber technologies is desirable.
• Experience in troubleshooting Ethernet and Wi-Fi network issues
• Strong understanding of working with "data" such as data manipulation, data aggregation, data processing, or related.
• Ability to resolve complex problems quickly and efficiently. IFE development involves many system level issues including real time, performance and reliability requiring understanding of distributed processors in an embedded system environment. Many problems are multi-dimensional requiring non-traditional solutions to fit within the constraints of an embedded system providing highest value to the customer and end user to bring entertainment in an aircraft.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with user-centric, iterative design and development cycles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and make efficient use of given resources such as system lab time and downstream process owners and tasks.
• Experience in leading and/or providing technical guidance to other engineers.
• Uses skills as a seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures.
• Resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways.
• Works on problems of diverse to complex scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of variable factors.
• Ability to effectively interact with senior internal and external personnel.
• Demonstrated engineering communication expertise including concise written and verbal skills is a must.
• Familiarity with DevOps CI/CD pipelines, Gitlab
• Familiar working with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and environments.
• Familiarity with network security methodologies a plus.
• In-Flight Entertainment domain knowledge and System Development experience is a plus.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Advanced degree is desired.
• 10-15 years' of related experience.
• 8+ years' of embedded software development experience.
• 8+ years' of current hands on development experience with one of the following: C/C++, and development of networking related solutions.
• Very high technical competence with a track record of strong coding.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

May require travel up to 5% of the time to domestic and/or international locations.

The salary range of $116,000 to $194,000 is just one component of Panasonic's total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude

What we offer:

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.

• We offer flexible-hybrid work opportunities.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a paid company-wide shut down in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year.
• Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporation.

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