Viasat
Data Scientist
Carlsbad, California, USA · Mid · full-time
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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$17,202 more — $134,202 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $134,202 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Data Scientists" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Data Scientists (15-2051) · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in AI and data science to continually improve our capabilities and compete at the highest level.
- What you'll need 2+ years experience as a Data Scientist, preferably in an engineering role.
Responsibilities
- This role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are passionate about using AI development to drive world-class solutions.
- Collaborate strictly with cross-functional teams to determine and prioritize business needs, translating them into data science projects.
- Share findings and insights with collaborators, offering actionable suggestions to drive business results.
- At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world.
- We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
Requirements
- 2+ years experience as a Data Scientist, preferably in an engineering role.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical collaborators.
- A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
- What will help you on the job Advanced degree or equivalent experience (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-tech industry.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Strong track record of delivering projects on time and within scope.
Compensation
- Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits
- As a Data Scientist at Viasat, you will have the outstanding opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of technology and innovation.
- The day-to-day Successfully implement advanced machine learning algorithms and statistical models, and generative AI applications to interpret and analyze complex data sets.
- Deploy and maintain machine learning and AI based models.
- Develop and maintain robust data pipelines for machine learning and AI applications.
- Strong expertise in AI development and machine learning frameworks.
- Proficiency in python programming languages and machine learning frameworks.
- Passion for continuous learning and professional development.
- Experience with machine learning deployment platforms a plus.
Company info
- Global challenges.
- Infinite opportunities.
- You'll be part of an exceptionally hard-working team dedicated to solving some of the most ambitious challenges in the industry.
This listing is sourced directly from Viasat's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.