Rust Developer

NPA WorldWide; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications technology company in Greater London is seeking a Software Engineer (Delay‑Tolerant Networking) to join their R&D team. In this role, you'll work on state-of-the-art networking products and systems, collaborating with a diverse team to tackle complex challenges in space technology and digital infrastructure. Ideal candidates have a degree in Computer Science or related fields, experience with distributed systems, and a passion for emerging technologies. This position offers competitive pay, equity options, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Pension

Private health insurance

Flexible hybrid working

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining delay-tolerant networking products and APIs.
• Collaborating with front-end developers to integrate features.
• Debugging and optimising systems for production environments.
• Creating technical guides and documentation.
• Supporting new customer onboarding and system integration.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Experience with cloud technologies

Creative solution finding

Curiosity about emerging technologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Rust

Kubernetes

gRPC

Protocol Buffers

Google Cloud Platform

AWS

Job description

Job description: Our client is leading the way in next-generation communications, building laser communications systems and software‑defined networking platforms for aerospace and deep space applications. With technology acquired from Google, they are creating solutions that let satellites, aircraft, and even lunar networks communicate seamlessly, essentially bringing space and Earth a lot closer together.

Role Overview

They’re looking for a Software Engineer (Delay‑Tolerant Networking) to join their UK R&D team. You’ll help evolve their delay‑tolerant networking products, including the Hardy Bundle Router and Spacetime Platform, and develop new features that will transform how communication networks operate worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and make a genuine impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building and maintaining delay‑tolerant networking products, platforms, and APIs using Rust, gRPC, and Protocol Buffers
• Working on scalable and distributed systems using Kubernetes
• Debugging, optimising, and improving systems for full‑scale production environments
• Collaborating with front‑end developers to integrate user‑facing features
• Creating technical guides, tutorials, and documentation for teams and customers
• Supporting new customer onboarding and ensuring smooth system integration
• Keeping up with the latest advancements in networking and cloud technologies

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience building distributed systems with cloud technologies
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Enjoys working with customers to find creative, practical solutions
• Curious, innovative, and genuinely excited about emerging technologies

Nice‑to‑Haves

• Experience with delay‑tolerant networking standards (e.g., CCSDS / IETF BPv7, BPSec)
• Hands‑on experience with microservices, event‑driven architectures, and CNCF technologies
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS
• Experience writing tutorials, documentation, or technical blog posts

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Work on high‑impact, innovative projects in space technology and digital infrastructure
• Competitive salary, equity options, pension, and private health insurance
• Flexible hybrid working (UK‑based remote)
• Collaborate with a diverse, international, and forward‑thinking team
• Get hands‑on experience with AI‑driven networks, space‑ground integration, and cloud mission‑control systems

Who Can Apply

Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience building distributed systems with cloud technologies