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Senior Rust Systems Engineer

Alexandria, VA ยท On-site

$111K - $152K/yr

Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications * 5+ years of professional Rust development in production systems * Deep no_std and embedded Rust experience: heapless, fixed-capacity collections ...

They are seeking a Software Engineer proficient in Rust to work on their Altra drone software ... and development environments โ€ข Experience with SITL/HITL (Software/Hardware-In-The-Loop ...

Experience with CC++ development and object-oriented design. * Experience with development of ... Lead the adoption and deployment of Rust and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and ...

Designing, building, and maintaining Rust services across the Altra platform * Collaborating with ... Familiarity with Nix or NixOS for reproducible builds and development environments * Experience ...

Designing, building, and maintaining Rust services across the Altra platform * Collaborating with ... Familiarity with Nix or NixOS for reproducible builds and development environments * Experience ...

In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert ... Rust or C/C++. * 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust . * 3+ years of ...

In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert ... Rust or C/C++. * 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust . * 3+ years of ...

In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert ... Rust or C/C++. * 1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust . * 3+ years of ...

Senior Flight Software Engineer (Rust)

Reston, VA ยท On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert ... with Rust or Modern C/C++. * 2+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust.

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rust Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rust Developer, you need strong programming fundamentals, proficiency in Rust, and a solid understanding of systems programming concepts, often supported by a computer science degree or relevant experience. Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git), build tools like Cargo, and knowledge of concurrent and asynchronous programming are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and collaborative communication skills help developers stand out in complex project environments. These skills ensure the creation of safe, efficient, and reliable software, leveraging Rust's unique strengths for high-performance applications.

What are some common challenges Rust developers face when working on large-scale projects, and how can they overcome them?

Rust developers working on large-scale projects often encounter challenges related to managing complex codebases and ensuring efficient collaboration with teammates. The strict ownership and borrowing rules in Rust can initially slow development, especially when integrating with legacy systems or external libraries. To overcome these hurdles, teams typically adopt clear coding standards, make use of Rust's robust module system for code organization, and leverage tools like cargo workspaces for dependency management. Regular code reviews and open communication also help maintain code quality and prevent integration issues.

What is Rust development?

Rust development refers to the process of building software applications using the Rust programming language. Rust is known for its focus on safety, performance, and concurrency, making it ideal for creating reliable and efficient systems, such as web servers, command-line tools, and embedded devices. Developers use Rust to write code that minimizes common programming errors like null pointer dereferencing and data races, thanks to its strict compiler checks and ownership model. The Rust ecosystem includes a rich package manager (Cargo) and a supportive community, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced developers.
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Senior Rust Cloud Platform Engineer (Multiple Locations) with Security Clearance

Legacy Consulting Services , LLC

Jessup, MD โ€ข On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

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Software Development Engineer (Rust) โ€“ TS/SCI Cleared Location: Jessup, MD | Arlington, VA | Herndon, VA
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer with strong Rust development experience to support the design and development of a cloud-based platform managing high-assurance device fleets. This role focuses on building secure, scalable backend services that support lifecycle operations including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and policy enforcement across distributed systems. This is a hands-on engineering role for candidates who thrive in high-performance, security-focused environments and enjoy working at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and device integration. Key Responsibilities
Design and develop backend services and APIs in Rust supporting fleet lifecycle operations (provisioning, configuration, monitoring, firmware updates, policy enforcement)
Architect and implement secure authentication and authorization frameworks for device-to-cloud communication
Build and scale distributed service components for telemetry ingestion, health monitoring, configuration management, and alerting
Develop highly available and scalable systems for managing large fleets of devices in secure environments
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, and systems engineering
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance
7+ years of software development experience
Strong experience with Rust application development
Experience building backend services and distributed systems
Deep understanding of networking fundamentals, including:
TCP/IP, routing, subnetting
VPN architectures, load balancing
DNS and network security controls (firewalls, segmentation, security groups)
Experience designing and implementing secure, scalable cloud-based architectures
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure, including:
Networking services and cloud-native architectures
Infrastructure as Code (e.g., AWS CDK)
Experience working in high-assurance or classified environments
Familiarity with device-to-cloud or IoT-style architectures
Experience developing compute-optimized and memory-efficient applications
Why Join Us
Work on mission-critical, high-assurance systems
Solve complex challenges in distributed systems and secure cloud environments
Collaborate with a team of top-tier engineers and domain experts
Opportunity to work at the forefront of secure device and cloud integration