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Professional Rust Developer Jobs in Washington, DC

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 ...

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 ...

L3Harris

Senior RUST Software Engineer

Herndon, VA

$126K - $166K/yr

... professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower ... Scientist, Software Engineer - RUST Expert Job Code : 38748 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site ...

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 ...

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 Defense

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

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 ...

Lynk

Senior Satellite Flight Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

Preferred Qualifications * 8+ years of professional software engineering experience. * Advanced knowledge of the Rust programming language. * Familiarity with embedded Linux systems, including the ...

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How much do professional rust developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional rust developer in Washington, DC is $66.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.62 and $72.98 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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Senior Rust Developer with Security Clearance

Senior Rust Developer with Security Clearance

Legacy Consulting Services , LLC

Annapolis Junction, MD

$55.75 - $73.50/hr

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Posted 22 days ago

Job description

The Senior Rust Developer will design, develop, and maintain high-performance, secure software solutions in Rust for defense and national security programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing systems software, distributed services, or security-centric applications, with a strong focus on performance, safety, and concurrent programming. Key Responsibilities Lead full-life-cycle software development using Rust for critical systems.

Write clean, efficient, testable, and maintainable code. Contribute to system architecture design and technical decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and security teams.

Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers. Work with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation tools. Ensure compliance with security and operational policies within classified environments.

Required Skills & Qualifications 5-7 years professional experience in software engineering Strong proficiency in Rust programming language Experience with concurrent/parallel programming in Rust Familiarity with Rust web frameworks (e.g., Actix, Rocket, Warp Experience with Authentication and cryptographic functions a plus Experience with RUST-based rules engines/programming languages Solid understanding of database systems or ORM tooling (e.g., Diesel) Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices Proficiency in Git and modern version control workflows Strong problem solving, debugging, and communication skills Active TS/SCI security clearance with FSP Preferred Qualifications Experience in systems programming, embedded or low-level development Familiarity security-oriented Rust projects Experience with automated testing and TDD practices Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

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