Rust Software Developer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Rust Software Developer in Huntsville, Alabama. In this role, you'll tackle complex challenges related to national defense and collaborate with a team of skilled technologists to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Ideal candidates should possess 3+ years of Rust experience, architectural skills in containerized services, and an understanding of CI/CD processes. This position offers flexibility with remote and hybrid work options and a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with software engineering using Rust.
• Experience designing architecture and containerized services.
• Experience with autoscaling strategies.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical expertise to solve complex challenges.
• Architect new mission-focused capabilities.
• Collaborate with a team of technologists.

Skills

Rust programming

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Python

C++

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Jenkins

SonarQube

Job description

Job Details

Job Number: R0241584

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 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.

You Have

• 3+ years of experience with software engineering using Rust
• Experience designing the architecture and containerized services with Kubernetes
• Experience with autoscaling strategies such as HPA or VPA, cluster autoscalers, and designing systems that scale horizontally within seconds
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins
• Experience with Python or C++
• Ability to effectively communicate, work independently and collaboratively on a cross‑functional team, and demonstrate initiative to complete complex tasks to achieve program goals in a fast‑paced environment
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have

• Experience with code quality and static analysis tools, such as SonarQube, Clippy, cargo-deny, or 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)
• Ability to display a personal or professional GitHub profile demonstrating Rust projects
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our 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. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of 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). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.