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Metron

Rust Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Our Reston team is seeking a mid-level Rust Developer to build and optimize production software ... Professional Development Reimbursement * Annual Salary Reviews * Profit Sharing * 401(k) ...

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Booz Allen Hamilton

Rust Software Developer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Job Number: R0241584 Rust Software Developer The Opportunity: At Booz Allen, we believe in ... Ability to display a personal or professional GitHub profile demonstrating Rust projects * TS/SCI ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Rust Software Developer

Mclean, VA

$86K - $198K/yr

Asa Rust Software Developer, you'll applyyour technicalexpertiseto solve complex challengesin ... Ability to display apersonal or professional GitHub profiledemonstratingRust projects * TS/SCI ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Rust Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Asa Rust Software Developer, you'll applyyour technicalexpertiseto solve complex challengesin ... Ability to display apersonal or professional GitHub profiledemonstratingRust projects * TS/SCI ...

VTG

Software Engineer

Mclean, VA

Demonstrated professional experience with Rust programming language. * Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of web development principles and best practices. * Demonstrated experience ...

VTG

Software Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Demonstrated professional experience with Rust programming language. * Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of web development principles and best practices. * Demonstrated experience ...

Phase2 Technology

Rust Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$86.80 - $198/hr

Asa Rust Software Developer, you'll applyyour technicalexpertiseto solve complex challengesin ... Ability to display apersonal or professional GitHub profiledemonstratingRust projects * TS/SCI ...

VT Group (VTG)

Software Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

... professional experience with Rust programming language. • Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of web development principles and best practices. • Demonstrated experience with web ...

Helsing

Software Engineer, Rust

Washington, DC · On-site +1

... professionals to apply their skills to solve challenging problems. The role You will work on Altra ... Rust services across the Altra platform * Collaborating with ML engineers to integrate AI/ML ...

Helsing

Software Engineer, Rust

Washington, DC · On-site

... professionals to apply their skills to solve challenging problems. The role You will work on Altra ... Rust services across the Altra platform * Collaborating with ML engineers to integrate AI/ML ...

Linuxcareers

Flight Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$85 - $115/hr

Proficiency in at least one systems programming language (C, C++, or Rust) demonstrated through professional work, academic projects, or open-source contributions * Willingness to work in the Rust ...

Lynk

Flight Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Proficiency in at least one systems programming language such as C, C++, or Rust, demonstrated through professional work, significant academic/personal projects, or open-source contributions. * A ...

One Way Ventures

Flight Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

Proficiency in at least one systems programming language such as C, C++, or Rust, demonstrated through professional work, significant academic/personal projects, or open-source contributions. * A ...

Lynk

Flight Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

Proficiency in at least one systems programming language such as C, C++, or Rust, demonstrated through professional work, significant academic/personal projects, or open-source contributions. * A ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional rust developer in Ashburn, VA is $59.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.85 and $65.87 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

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Rust Software Engineer

Metron

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

About Metron
Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.
Our Reston team is seeking a mid-level Rust Developer to build and optimize production software supporting simulation, optimization, and decision support in mission-focused environments. This role is for someone who can work in a large Rust codebase, collaborate closely with researchers and engineers to translate complex algorithms and technical concepts into performant, reliable software, and integrate those capabilities with backend services, databases, frontend applications, and supporting infrastructure. The strongest candidates will bring experience developing production-grade, performance-sensitive software in Rust, strong software engineering fundamentals, and the technical judgment to optimize computationally intensive code while helping move research-driven capabilities into maintainable operational systems.
Key Responsibilities
  • Work in a large production codebase in Rust
  • Optimize algorithmic Rust code
  • Support Infrastructure and connections with frontend, database, and other services
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, applied math, or related field
  • At least 3 years of industry experience
  • Experience in writing production-grade performance-sensitive software in Rust
  • Experience building backend services with tools like Axum
  • Experience with async code with tools such as Tokio
  • Ability to work effectively with researchers, engineers, and end users to translate technical concepts into usable software
  • Familiarity with full-stack web application development in any frameworks/languages
  • U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
  • Ability to obtain an Interim Security Clearance

Desired Qualifications
  • Active Security Clearance
  • Experience with Java, Python, and Typescript/React
  • Experience writing optimized parallel code and GPU code

Position Location: Reston, VA
*The selected individual(s) will be required to work from the Reston, VA office 5 days a week
Perks and Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Accompanying FSA and HSA options
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development Reimbursement
  • Annual Salary Reviews
  • Profit Sharing
  • 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options
  • Gym and Fitness Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Metron is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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