Explore the latest Rust developer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for systems programmers and software engineers specializing in the Rust programming language.
RUST Software Engineers/Developers
L3Harris Technologies
Suitland-Silver Hill, Maryland, US
full-time
Rust Software Developer
Intone Networks
Herndon, Virginia, US
contractor
Rust Software Developer
Booz Allen Hamilton
McLean, Virginia, US
full-time
Principal RUST Software Engineer
Knowhirematch
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Senior Software Engineer (SatOS-Rust Team)
Spire
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Senior Rust Engineer for Satellite OS & Space Systems
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
L3Harris Engineering Career Fair – Herndon, VA
DoubleTree by Hilton McLean Tysons, 1960 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22102
L3Harris Surface & C5 Systems - Herndon is a worldwide leader in the engineering, development, manufacture and integration of high assurance encryption systems for defense and governmental applications. The company’s encryption solutions can be found in a wide range of demanding military environments around the world. Qualified engineering & program management applicants must be US citizens and possess active government issued security clearance. Applicants without an active government issued security clearance will not be eligible for hire.
This is a hiring event for experienced professionals, not aimed at recent college graduates, and all positions will be onsite.
We will be interviewing and hiring for the following positions:
RUST Software Engineers/Developers
Embedded / C++ Software Engineers with experience
Systems Security/Network Engineers
VHDL/Electrical Design Engineers
All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. xhqgsiq By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
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Salary: USD 80000 - 100000 per year
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Top Companies Hiring
L3Harris Technologies2 roles
Booz Allen Hamilton2 roles
Spire2 roles
Intone Networks1 role
Knowhirematch1 role
GIGATEC Engineering1 role
Top Locations
Virginia, US5 roles
District of Columbia, US3 roles
Maryland, US2 roles
Most listings on this page are on-site or hybrid.
Salary Range Overview
Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 80k to USD 250k.
Typical band: USD 123k – 160k.
Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.
Employment Types
Full-Time9 roles
Contractor1 role
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#1RUST Software Engineers/Developers
L3Harris TechnologiesSuitland-Silver Hill, Maryland, USFull-TimeUSD 80k–100k / year
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and c…
As a Rust Software Developer, you will: 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…
About the position Rust Software Developer The Opportunity: At Booz Allen, we believe in empowering people to change the world. As a Rust Software Developer, you'll apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges in support of national defense missions. You'll work alongside a team of passionate technologist…
KnowhirematchWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 200k–250k / year
Principal RUST Software Engineer Washington DC Full-time, Onsite (No Remote Options) 9/80 Work Week (Every Other Friday Off) Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance REQUIRED $200,000 to $250,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Summary Seeking a Principal RUST Software Engineer to serve as a key technical leader in the str…
SpireWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 130k–171k / year
We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Rust) to join our Sat OS team (which develops the high-level operating system for the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based payload…
#6Senior Rust Engineer for Satellite OS & Space Systems
SpireWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 130k–171k / yearPosted May 14, 2026
A leading space analytics firm is seeking an experienced Software Engineer (Rust) to enhance satellite systems. This role involves developing Rust services, migrating legacy systems, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of software development experience, particularly in Rust a…
L3Harris TechnologiesHerndon, Virginia, USFull-TimeUSD 100k–145k / year
Rust software developer - Herndon 💰 Salary: $100,000 - 145,000 per year At L3Harris Technologies we are looking for a Rust engineer! 🛠️ Our tech stack: Embedded, Network, Rust, Security, VHDL 📝 Rquirements: - Must be a U.S. citizen with an active government-issued security clearance - Proven experience in engineerin…
Position: Software Engineer / Containerers / Rust NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa. What You’ll Be Doing As the Software Engineer you’ll be part of a team…
Trispoke Managed Services Pvt LtdReston, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted May 4, 2026
Job Title: Rust Software Developer Location: Monroe St Herndon VA Job ID: L3H-182 & L3H-183 Duration: 09 months contract to hire Pay: $75.00 - 110.00/hr. on W2 Citizenship Requirement: US Citizens with an active clearance Shifts: 1st shift M-F 6:30 -7am Start Time Job Description: L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems is…
Booz Allen HamiltonChantilly, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Apr 29, 2026
Job Number: R0238751 Rust Software Developer The Opportunity: At Booz Allen, we believe in empowering people to change the world. As a Rust Software Developer, you'll apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges in support of national defense missions. You'll work alongside a team of passionate technologi…
Explore the latest Rust developer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for systems programmers and software engineers specializing in the Rust programming language.
Rust Developers build high-performance, memory-safe software for systems programming, embedded systems, WebAssembly, blockchain, networking, and cloud infrastructure. They leverage Rust's ownership model and type system to write reliable, concurrent code without garbage collection overhead. Employers seek candidates with strong understanding of systems programming concepts, async/await patterns (Tokio), and the Rust ecosystem including Cargo, Serde, and Actix/Axum for web services.
These roles are growing rapidly at infrastructure companies, blockchain platforms, cloud-native tool builders, and performance-critical application developers. Companies like Cloudflare, Discord, AWS, and Meta use Rust for their most demanding workloads.
Our curated listings include remote, hybrid, and onsite positions across global markets. Many Rust roles are remote-first and offer competitive compensation reflecting the high demand and relatively scarce talent pool.
Each job posting provides detailed technical requirements, Rust ecosystem expertise needed, and application instructions to help you find the right Rust development role.
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