Rust Software Developer

About the role

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 technologists who are committed to delivering mission-critical solutions with precision and innovation. You’ll take ownership of complex engineering challenges by architecting new mission-focused capabilities that improve performance, resilience, and operational speed. This role is built for someone who thrives on solving hard problems, embraces innovation, and understands the responsibility of building software that must perform flawlessly.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Rust-based software solutions for complex, mission-critical challenges
• Architect containerized services using Kubernetes
• Develop and optimize autoscaling strategies (HPA, VPA, cluster autoscalers) for systems that scale horizontally within seconds
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program goals in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with software engineering using Rust
• Experience designing architecture and containerized services with Kubernetes
• Experience with autoscaling strategies such as HPA, VPA, cluster autoscalers, and designing horizontally scalable systems
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins)
• Proficiency in Python or C++
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills and initiative to complete complex tasks
• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice to have

• Experience with code quality and static analysis tools (SonarQube, Clippy, cargo-deny, cargo-audit)
• Experience with secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation
• Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language (SysML), DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), and Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)
• Personal or professional GitHub profile demonstrating Rust projects
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Work-life programs and dependent care
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Pay

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Work model expectations:

• Remote: Primarily remote, with occasional in-person work at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: Frequent work from a Booz Allen facility, with potential visits to customer facilities as needed.
• Onsite: Work primarily performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, with direct collaboration required.

For virtual work, employees are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings to support engagement and effective communication.