Senior Software Engineer

Airborne Platform Software EngineerBuild the software that powers the future of connected aviation.
At Gogo, we’re transforming how people connect in the sky by building technology that powers connectivity aboard business aircraft around the world.
As our Airborne Platform Software Engineer, you’ll design, develop, and test production-quality software for Gogo Business Aviation airborne products on a Linux platform. You’ll work closely with an experienced development team and partners across the company to deliver new features, enhance existing software, and support our next-generation 5G air-to-ground solution.
If you’re a collaborative software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, using data to guide decisions, and driving work through completion, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll DoDesign and develop software features for new products and extend existing products, including selecting and integrating third-party and open-source technologiesAnalyze data, logs, and events to enhance products and troubleshoot issuesExpand aviation system capabilities using ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 protocolsDevelop and maintain Linux-based software using Python, Linux scripting languages, Go, C, and C++Create high
- and low-level design documentationConduct design reviews and participate in code inspectionsDevelop automated unit tests and support software qualityEstimate design and feature-development work, track project stories and tasks, report status, and deliver work on scheduleContinually improve software design, development, and testing processesHelp establish and maintain software build environments and source-code repositories for assigned projectsWhat You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience7–12 years of software development experienceStrong software architecture and design background, especially in Linux environmentsExpert application-development skills in Linux using Python and/or Linux scripting languages and C/C++; Go experience may also be relevantExpert ability to analyze data and develop solutions based on findingsExperience developing web services and other APIsStrong technical leadership skills, with the ability to champion new ideas and concepts within a senior development teamAbility to provide leadership and direction in a senior software engineering teamStrong estimation and project-delivery skillsExperience with Jenkins automation build and test environmentsSoftware configuration-management experience using GitExperience supporting products in the fieldEven Better If You HaveYou don’t need to check every box below. If you bring experience in some of these areas, we’d especially like to hear from you:Experience with avionics and ARINC protocolsSoftware engineering experience using open-source packages in data communications or telecommunications systemsLinux networking experience, including routing, iptables, traffic shaping, quality of service, DHCP, and DNSExperience with 802.11ac wireless networkingKnowledge of Linux container concepts, especially DockerExperience with Linux kernel driversExperience in aviation, data communications, or telecommunications environmentsWhy Gogo?At Gogo, we’re transforming how people connect in the sky.
Our teams build and support technology that powers connectivity aboard business aircraft around the world. That means the work you do here has a destination beyond a screen, spreadsheet, or meeting; it becomes part of an experience happening thousands of feet above the ground.
You’ll work alongside people who know their craft, challenge ideas, solve difficult problems, and care about building what comes next.
Ready to help shape the future of connected aviation? Come aboard.
Additional InformationBase Pay :Based on experience and responsibilities.
Target Annual Short-Term Incentive :Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)Eligible for Incentive Stock Program :NoBenefits :Gogo offers competitive benefits that can fit each employee’s needs. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers .
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