Network and Infrastructure Architect

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

Looking to take the next step in your career? This role could be a great fit. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced systems engineer specializing in networking and infrastructure systems for the Hybrid Systems & Verification team! This team plays a critical role within Hybrid Platforms accountable for technical scope/requirement definition, high level design/architecture, and subsequent test strategy/definition/execution guidance.

Hybrid Platforms develops, manages, deploys, and drives innovation for compute, storage, and network to enable reliable, secure end-user communication. The Hybrid Platforms team provides the infrastructure on-premises, in public cloud, at the edge, and in non-production (lab) environments needed for teams across engineering to efficiently develop and deploy services that our customers and businesses rely on.

The day-to-day

• Design network, cloud and server solutions for cross team systems within Hybrid Platform
• Represent Hybrid Platforms in early stages of initiatives requiring services provided by platform
• Ensure scalable and secure solutions are delivered efficiently among the technical execution teams within Hybrid Platforms
• Collaborating with teams within and outside Hybrid Platforms on network and infrastructure systems needs Champion security-by-design principles for network and system level security
• Provide forward looking designs and effective utilization of services provided by teams within platform
• Develop efficient and effective test strategies with an emphasis on automation to ensure networks and infrastructure are validated with high confidence
• Creating Proof of Concepts emphasizing multi-phased designs for incremental delivery or cutover minimizing customer impact

What you'll need

• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, and compute/storage/networking infrastructure
• Strong understanding of datacenter, service provider and cloud networking
• Strong understanding of cloud and on-prem physical server hardware platforms and architecture
• Experience orchestrating and deploying systems in public cloud, Kubernetes or OpenStack platforms
• Experience automating and managing complex infrastructure at scale
• Strong oral and written communication skills for audiences ranging from individual to large groups and from individual contributors to executives across a distributed team
• Experience in leading complex engineering projects, from conception to deployment, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
• Background with L2/L3 networking protocols and security concepts
• Ability to effectively collaborate with multi-functional teams and collaborators; Ability to apply a collaborative/consultative working and leadership style
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to judge situations accurately and quickly, grasp complexities, identify key issues, and apply sound judgment
• Creativity in developing verification approaches that scale through automation and validate the system at scale without the costs of a full-scale production replica
• Curiosity and awareness of what is in the market to apply strategies to inform make versus buy decisions
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status
• Travel is up to 10%
• This is a sitebased role, employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard fiveday workweek.

What will help you on the job

• Practical experience in design/integration/test of infrastructure of at least one of Viasat's current or future satellite network systems
• Understanding of cloud and on prem IAM solutions
• Knowledge of or experience with virtualized data plane functions and packet processing systems
• Hands on experience with cloud deployment, networking or server hardware systems
• Experience with monitoring and configuration management tools at scale
• Ability to move forward through conflicting priorities with common sense and appreciation of collaborator positions
• Ability to create and maintain strong relationships across partner organizations

Salary range

$141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / 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 $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ 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 careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/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.