senior software engineering Mobile Engineer ic · Posted Mar 17, 2026

About this role

Viasat is hiring a senior-level Mobile Engineer in the software engineering function based in Chennai, India | Hyderabad, India. The posting calls out experience with VMware, Linux, Networking.

Role
Mobile Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Location
Chennai, India | Hyderabad, India
Department
Engineering
Posted
Mar 17, 2026
AI Summary
Provides 3rd line support for 3GPP packet core networks, manages Distribution Partner interconnections and APN configurations, and oversees software deployment automation on NFVi infrastructure. Requires deep 3GPP systems knowledge, BGAN expertise, and IP networking proficiency.

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Job description

from Viasat careers
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

Viasat's Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) provides IP connectivity to remote users almost anywhere in the world. BGAN satellite terminals interwork with a 3GPP compliant 3G core network for address allocation, session and mobility management and data transfer. The packet core is deployed on Inmarsat managed NFVi.

Viasat requires an additional Packet Core Engineer who will help to maintain the high level of availability and expert support that Viasat’s customers have come to expect. This is very much a hands-on role and the successful candidate must be knowledgeable, pro-active, hard-working and self-reliant with the ability to work well under pressure when necessary. 

The Packet Core Engineer will join a small team that supports the whole of the packet core network and as such the role offers a wide variety of interesting work, the opportunity to learn new skills and to get involved in numerous projects

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