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SAIC

Rust Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

Professional experience developing in Rust (systems programming, backend services, or embedded). * Strong understanding of Linux internals, with emphasis on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. * Experience ...

Catapult Solutions Group

Rust Developer

Camden, NJ · On-site

$70 - $75/hr

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with deep expertise in the Rust programming ... Professional development and training opportunities Keywords: Rust | Embedded Systems | C++ | Real ...

SAIC

Rust Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

Professional experience developing in Rust (systems programming, backend services, or embedded). * Strong understanding of Linux internals, with emphasis on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. * Experience ...

SAIC

Rust Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Professional experience developing in Rust (systems programming, backend services, or embedded). * Strong understanding of Linux internals, with emphasis on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. * Experience ...

Mastech Digital

Senior Rust Developer

Jersey City, NJ · Remote

$60 - $70/hr

We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth. This ... Rust Role Description: The Senior Rust Developer must have 5+ years of experience. As a Senior ...

OpenYield Inc

Senior C++/Rust Developer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$150K - $250K/yr

The Role We are looking for a Senior C++/Rust Developer to help build the core systems behind our ... Minimum 7 years of professional software development experience * Minimum 5 years of hands-on ...

Parry Labs, LLC

Senior Rust Systems Engineer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$111K - $152K/yr

We need a Rust engineer who can own the full workspace from hardware abstraction layers to API ... Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications * 5+ years of professional Rust development in ...

Swish Analytics

Rust Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$170K/yr

Minimum of 1 year of software engineering experience with Rust; 3 preferred * Minimum of 3 years of ... Deep knowledge of football, basketball or baseball; including roster compositions of professional ...

Swish Analytics

Rust Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$170K/yr

Minimum of 1 year of software engineering experience with Rust; 3 preferred * Minimum of 3 years of ... Deep knowledge of football, basketball or baseball; including roster compositions of professional ...

L3HHCM20

Senior RUST Software Engineer

Herndon, VA

$126K - $166K/yr

... professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower ... RUST Programming Language and proven experience developing systems with RUST to guide the next ...

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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional rust developer in the United States is $58.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $64.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Professional Rust Developer vs Rust Software Engineer?

AspectProfessional Rust DeveloperRust Software Engineer
Required CredentialsProficiency in Rust, relevant certifications (e.g., Rust Programming Certification)Proficiency in Rust, relevant certifications (e.g., Rust Programming Certification)
Work EnvironmentTech companies, startups, open-source projectsTech companies, startups, open-source projects
Industry UsageDeveloping high-performance applications, system programmingDeveloping high-performance applications, system programming
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Both roles typically require strong Rust skills, relevant certifications, and work in similar environments like tech firms or open-source projects. The main difference lies in terminology preference; 'Professional Rust Developer' emphasizes a certified, experienced developer, while 'Rust Software Engineer' highlights a focus on software engineering practices within Rust projects.

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Infographic showing various Professional Rust Developer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 9% Full Time, 88% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,649 per year, or $58.5 per hour.
Rust Developer

Rust Developer

SAIC

Huntsville, AL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

SAIC rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 204 rated it services

Job description

Job ID: 2613351

Location: Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-06-08

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

We are seeking a skilled Rust Developer to design, develop, secure, and optimize high‑performance software solutions running on Red Hat–based environments. The ideal candidate is deeply proficient in Rust and capable of delivering robust, secure, scalable applications in support of mission‑critical Army programs in Huntsville, AL.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop secure, high‑performance Rust applications and system components for Red Hat platforms.  
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements, architecture, and technical direction.  
  • Implement efficient data handling, concurrency, and memory‑safe algorithms aligned with Rust best practices.  
  • Integrate applications with CI/CD pipelines; automate builds and deployments using Red Hat toolchains.  
  • Conduct unit testing, code reviews, static analysis, and security hardening following DoD/Army cybersecurity standards.  
  • Troubleshoot system-level issues in RHEL environments, including networking and services.  
  • Produce technical documentation, design artifacts, and release notes.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience) and nine (9) years' experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements

  • Must possess an active Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.

Required Qualifications:  

  • Professional experience developing in Rust (systems programming, backend services, or embedded).  
  • Strong understanding of Linux internals, with emphasis on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.  
  • Experience with Git, DevSecOps pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.  
  • Knowledge of software security principles, including memory safety, secure coding practices, and STIG compliance.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.  
  • Effective communicator with ability to operate in agile, cross-functional teams.  
  • Ability to document complex systems in a clear and maintainable way.

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Familiarity with ARM or embedded development for aviation or ground systems.  
  • Experience with FIPS/FedRAMP environments or DoD cybersecurity frameworks.  
  • Understanding of distributed systems, networking protocols, or real-time/near‑real‑time architectures.

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