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Chipton Ross

Rust Software Developer

Camden, NJ · On-site

$75/hr

... language. * Experience with CC++ development and object-oriented design. * Experience with ... engineering team members in embedded software application development specifically with Rust.

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A Rust Programming Language job involves developing software using Rust, a systems programming language known for its speed, memory safety, and concurrency. These roles often focus on performance-critical applications like operating systems, web services, game engines, and blockchain technologies. Rust developers work on writing efficient, safe, and maintainable code while leveraging Rust’s unique features, such as ownership and borrow checking. Many Rust jobs are in backend development, embedded systems, and high-performance computing.

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Rust developers are often involved in building high-performance, safe, and reliable software such as systems libraries, web servers, cloud computing infrastructure, embedded systems, and developer tools. Many teams leverage Rust for projects where safety and speed are top priorities, including blockchain applications, operating system components, and networking tools. While some work is independent, collaboration with front-end teams, DevOps, and QA engineers is common to ensure seamless integration and robust performance. Joining a Rust development team provides an opportunity to tackle challenging problems, influence key architectural decisions, and contribute to open-source ecosystems.

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To thrive in a Rust Programming Language developer role, you need strong proficiency in systems programming, memory management, concurrency, and the Rust language itself, usually demonstrated through a degree in computer science or relevant experience. Familiarity with tools like Cargo, Git, and Rust’s package ecosystem, as well as experience with continuous integration systems, is highly valued. Analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly are key soft skills for this position. These competencies are essential for building reliable, efficient software and collaborating effectively with other engineers on complex projects.

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Senior Rust Software Developer

Integrative Staffing Group Job Board

Camden, NJ

$210K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Senior Rust Software Developer
Camden, NJ
Direct Placement
Relocation Assistance Available
Up to $210k yearly
 
Must have active Department of Defense Secret Clearance
Excellent Benefit Package
 
Primary Purpose
Our Integrated Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in the RUST Programming Language and proven experience developing systems with RUST to guide the next generation of mission-critical systems. Responsibilities include guiding adoption of RUST throughout the embedded development, managing integration or conversion of legacy software to RUST, providing best practices and architectural guidance for memory-safe usage of RUST, developing best practices and implementation guidance, and the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions for our C5 and Cyber Solution Centers. The selected candidate will apply technical proficiency across various stages of our SDLC, gather requirements and work closely with stakeholders to prioritize and scope tasks. The selected candidate will be working as a key team member on a Scrum team and will be instrumental in setting our direction and strategy for product and infrastructure development.
 
Major Duties & Responsibilities
  1. Proactively support the engineering team members in embedded software application development specifically with RUST
  2. Lead the adoption and deployment of RUST and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and tooling throughout multiple product lines
  3. Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware
  4. Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system
  5. Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test
  6. Investigate root causes of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team
  7. Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation
  8. Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results
  9. Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects
  10. Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily RUST, C/C++, and Python)
 
Qualifications:
  1. U.S. citizenship with an Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
  2. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  3. 3+ years of experience developing RUST software for production systems with a deep understanding of the language
  4. Experience with C\C++ development
  5. Excellent oral and written communication skills
 
 
We are an EOE.
 
If interested, please contact
 
 
Jeena Swope
 
412-264-4140 ext. 212 / jswope@isgwork.com