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Software Engineering Rust Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$185K - $227K/yr

The Rust core is the engine, consumed via FFI across all of them. Once it ships, we have limited ... for our engineering team diagnosing issues and for our customers understanding how Ditto is ...

Bachelor's or Masters degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 3+ years of experience developing Rust software for production systems with a deep ...

Have 5+ years of experience in systems-level software engineering * Have aBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field * Are proficient in Rust, or have strong experience in ...

Software Engineer - Rust

Reston, VA ยท On-site

$108K - $147K/yr

Has solid understanding of writing software in a system-level programming language (C, C++, Rust ... Experience with or a strong willingness to learn infrastructure automation and platform engineering ...

Senior Rust Software Engineer

Pleasanton, CA ยท On-site

$136K - $179K/yr

As a Senior Rust Software Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader within a rapidly growing ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or ...

Software Engineer - Rust

Reston, VA ยท Hybrid

$108K - $147K/yr

Has solid understanding of writing software in a system-level programming language (C, C++, Rust ... Experience with or a strong willingness to learn infrastructure automation and platform engineering ...

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How much do software engineering rust jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for software engineering rust in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Engineering Rust vs Software Development with C++?

AspectSoftware Engineering RustSoftware Development with C++
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Rust certifications (optional)Bachelor's in Computer Science, C++ certifications (optional)
Work EnvironmentTech companies, startups, embedded systemsSystem/software companies, game development, embedded systems
Industry UsageGrowing in systems programming, web assembly, blockchainEstablished in system/software development, gaming, high-performance apps
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both Software Engineering Rust and software development with C++ involve systems programming and require similar educational backgrounds. Rust is gaining popularity for its safety features and modern syntax, especially in embedded and web assembly projects. C++ remains widely used in high-performance applications like gaming and legacy systems. The choice depends on project needs, but both roles share core programming skills and industry relevance.

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Infographic showing various Software Engineering Rust job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Senior Rust Software Developer

Camden, NJ โ€ข On-site

$210K/yr

Full-time

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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