Camden, New Jersey, United States

Lead Rust Software Developer - Next-Gen Embedded Defense Systems

 Job Description:

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.

Why This Role is Exciting:

  • 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

What You'll Do:

  • 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

What You Bring:

  • 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

Bonus Skills:

  • 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 & Perks:

  • 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.


  Required Skills:

UML Defense Adoption SDLC EASE SME Collaboration Interfaces Assurance Operating Systems Architecture Software Development Insurance Integration C++ Linux Computer Science Software Design Engineering Python Science Leadership Communication