Senior Software Engineer

Airborne Platform Software Engineer Build 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 Do

• Design and develop software features for new products and extend existing products, including selecting and integrating third‑party and open‑source technologies
• Analyze data, logs, and events to enhance products and troubleshoot issues
• Expand aviation system capabilities using ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 protocols
• Develop and maintain Linux‑based software using Python, Linux scripting languages, Go, C, and C++
• Create high‑ and low‑level design documentation
• Conduct design reviews and participate in code inspections
• Develop automated unit tests and support software quality
• Estimate design and feature‑development work, track project stories and tasks, report status, and deliver work on schedule
• Continually improve software design, development, and testing processes
• Help establish and maintain software build environments and source‑code repositories for assigned projects

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 7–12 years of software development experience
• Strong software architecture and design background, especially in Linux environments
• Expert application‑development skills in Linux using Python and/or Linux scripting languages and C/C++; Go experience may also be relevant
• Expert ability to analyze data and develop solutions based on findings
• Experience developing web services and other APIs
• Strong technical leadership skills, with the ability to champion new ideas and concepts within a senior development team
• Ability to provide leadership and direction in a senior software engineering team
• Strong estimation and project‑delivery skills
• Experience with Jenkins automation build and test environments
• Software configuration‑management experience using Git
• Experience supporting products in the field

Even Better If You Have

• Experience with avionics and ARINC protocols
• Software engineering experience using open‑source packages in data communications or telecommunications systems
• Linux networking experience, including routing, iptables, traffic shaping, quality of service, DHCP, and DNS
• Experience with 802.11ac wireless networking
• Knowledge of Linux container concepts, especially Docker
• Experience with Linux kernel drivers
• Experience in aviation, data communications, or telecommunications environments

Why 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 Information

• Base Pay: Based on experience and responsibilities.
• Target Annual Short-Term Incentive: Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay) Eligible for Incentive Stock Program: No
• Benefits: Gogo offers competitive benefits that can fit each employee’s needs. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at

Gogo is committed to equal opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.

Here at Gogo, we lead with Integrity First. We set the standard in our industry, leading with integrity; we strive to do what’s right, not just what is easy or expedient.

Customer Excellence and Mission – We build and deliver with the customers mission in mind, not just our roadmap

On Team – We collaborate across functions and business lines globally.

People Power the Network – Technology moves fast, but people make the difference; we invest in their growth and treat them with respect.

Gogo is the only multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity provider offering connectivity technology purpose-built for business and military/government aviation. Our industry‑leading product portfolio offers best‑in‑class solutions for all aircraft types, from small to large and heavy jets and beyond.

The Gogo offering uniquely incorporates Air‑to‑Ground systems with high‑speed satellite networks, to deliver consistent, global tip-to-tail connectivity through a sophisticated suite of software, hardware, and advanced infrastructure supported by a 24/7/365 in person customer support team.

Gogo consistently strives to set new standards for reliability, security and innovation and is shaping the future of inflight aviation to make it easier for every customer to stay connected beyond all expectations.

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