Lead Rust adoption across defense technologies, enjoy relocation assistance, and a 9/80 schedule. Work on C5 and Cyber systems supporting national defense. Collaborate with engineering teams to define interfaces and optimize performance.
Key Highlights
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Job Description
If you Do Not Have an Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret Clearance, DO NOT APPLY
Lead Rust Software Developer | Next-Gen Embedded Defense Systems
Camden, NJ | Full-Time | Onsite | 9/80 Schedule (Every Other Friday Off)
Relocation Assistance + Outstanding Benefits
Are you a Rust enthusiast passionate about building mission-critical embedded systems? This is your opportunity to lead Rust adoption across a portfolio of advanced defense technologies while enjoying relocation assistance, a compressed workweek, and a full suite of benefits.
- Relocation assistance available to help you move with ease
- Work on highly impactful C5 and Cyber systems that support national defense
- Enjoy a 9/80 schedule every other Friday off!
- Access to career growth, professional development, and advanced tooling
- Be the Rust SME guiding system-wide architecture and best practices
Tasks
- Lead the integration of Rust across embedded platforms and legacy systems
- Provide architectural and memory-safe coding guidance to multi-discipline teams
- Collaborate across engineering teams to define interfaces and optimize performance
- Design, develop, and test embedded applications using Rust, C/C++, and Python
- Contribute throughout the full SDLC from concept to formal verification
- Drive best practices and lead technical innovation in real-time operating systems like VxWorks, Linux, and Integrity
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret Clearance (Required)
- 8+ years embedded software development experience
- 3+ years production-grade Rust development experience
- Strong background in C/C++, real-time systems, and object-oriented design
- Excellent communication and leadership collaboration skills
Nice to have(s)
- Experience converting legacy C/C++ to Rust
- Familiarity with UML tools (IBM Rhapsody, MagicDraw/Cameo)
- Device driver & Board Support Package (BSP) development
- Background in Information Assurance, cryptography, or NSA Type 1 certifications
Benefits
- Full relocation support for qualified candidates
- 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) with match, EAP, and professional development programs
Ready to relocate and lead the next wave of Rust-based innovation in defense? Apply now and take your engineering leadership to the next level in a high-impact, mission-driven environment.
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