Staff /Senior Staff Rust Software Engineer
SciTec Incorporated, Boulder, CO, United States
SciTec, Inc. is a dynamic small business with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense. We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique, world-class data exploitation capabilities.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented engineer to support our programs delivering Next‑Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast‑paced team delivering end‑to‑end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.
We are seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Rust Software Engineer to design, implement, and evolve high‑performance software systems in a secure, mission‑focused environment. This role is suited for an experienced engineer who can work independently on complex technical problems, contribute to system architecture and design, and collaborate effectively across teams.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain Rust‑based software components within a larger mission system
Work independently on complex features, subsystems, or technical tasks, owning work from design through delivery
Contribute to software architecture and design decisions with an emphasis on correctness, performance, and maintainability
Develop and review code with a focus on quality, security, and long‑term sustainability
Apply strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design to solve non‑trivial problems
Optimize software for performance, scalability, and high data throughput
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including systems, infrastructure, and security engineers
Participate in Agile development processes, including planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Communicate technical status and design decisions clearly to team members and stakeholders
Support testing, integration, and deployment activities
Contribute to documentation, coding standards, and best practices
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field
Professional Experience
Professional experience developing software in Rust
2+ years of professional experience working in Linux environments
Working knowledge of C++ on Linux
Experience with Docker or similar container technologies
Experience writing and debugging Makefiles and shell scripts
Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
Detail‑oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of professional experience and fluency in C++
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
Experience implementing features using C++17 and C++20
Demonstrated performance optimization skills, particularly for high‑throughput or compute‑intensive systems
Strong understanding of modern software design principles, including object‑oriented design and SOLID principles
Experience with software vulnerability analysis and remediation using static code analysis tools
Experience developing unit, component, and integration tests (e.g., googletest, TDD practices)
Experience implementing robust exception and error‑handling strategies for graceful degradation
Experience with application containerization and orchestration (Docker, docker‑compose, Podman, Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar)
Experience with CMake or modern build systems
Familiarity with remote sensing data (OPIR, EO/IR, SAR, Spectral, RF, or similar)
Experience working in DevSecOps environments
Professional or academic experience with Agile software development
Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary and Benefits
4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy‑up options
80% company paid dental insurance
100% company paid vision insurance
100% company paid life insurance
100% company paid long‑term disability insurance
100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
Short‑term disability insurance
Annual profit‑sharing plan
Discretionary performance bonus
Paid parental leave
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay
Flexible work hours
The pay range for this position is $98,000 - $146,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
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Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented engineer to support our programs delivering Next‑Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast‑paced team delivering end‑to‑end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.
We are seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Rust Software Engineer to design, implement, and evolve high‑performance software systems in a secure, mission‑focused environment. This role is suited for an experienced engineer who can work independently on complex technical problems, contribute to system architecture and design, and collaborate effectively across teams.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain Rust‑based software components within a larger mission system
Work independently on complex features, subsystems, or technical tasks, owning work from design through delivery
Contribute to software architecture and design decisions with an emphasis on correctness, performance, and maintainability
Develop and review code with a focus on quality, security, and long‑term sustainability
Apply strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system design to solve non‑trivial problems
Optimize software for performance, scalability, and high data throughput
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including systems, infrastructure, and security engineers
Participate in Agile development processes, including planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Communicate technical status and design decisions clearly to team members and stakeholders
Support testing, integration, and deployment activities
Contribute to documentation, coding standards, and best practices
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field
Professional Experience
Professional experience developing software in Rust
2+ years of professional experience working in Linux environments
Working knowledge of C++ on Linux
Experience with Docker or similar container technologies
Experience writing and debugging Makefiles and shell scripts
Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
Detail‑oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of professional experience and fluency in C++
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
Experience implementing features using C++17 and C++20
Demonstrated performance optimization skills, particularly for high‑throughput or compute‑intensive systems
Strong understanding of modern software design principles, including object‑oriented design and SOLID principles
Experience with software vulnerability analysis and remediation using static code analysis tools
Experience developing unit, component, and integration tests (e.g., googletest, TDD practices)
Experience implementing robust exception and error‑handling strategies for graceful degradation
Experience with application containerization and orchestration (Docker, docker‑compose, Podman, Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar)
Experience with CMake or modern build systems
Familiarity with remote sensing data (OPIR, EO/IR, SAR, Spectral, RF, or similar)
Experience working in DevSecOps environments
Professional or academic experience with Agile software development
Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary and Benefits
4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy‑up options
80% company paid dental insurance
100% company paid vision insurance
100% company paid life insurance
100% company paid long‑term disability insurance
100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
Short‑term disability insurance
Annual profit‑sharing plan
Discretionary performance bonus
Paid parental leave
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay
Flexible work hours
The pay range for this position is $98,000 - $146,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
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