Software Engineer (Rust)

Experienced software house

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Software Engineer (Rust) to join our team in Liverpool, United Kingdom. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance systems using Rust, contributing to mission-critical applications that demand efficiency, reliability, and exceptional code quality. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions while adhering to best practices in software engineering.

• Design and develop efficient, scalable software solutions using Rust, with a focus on performance and memory safety
• Write clean, well-documented code that adheres to established coding standards and design patterns
• Analyze system requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs
• Optimize code for performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks through profiling and benchmarking
• Conduct thorough code reviews and testing to ensure reliability, security, and maintainability
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions
• Maintain version control using Git and participate in continuous integration and deployment processes
• Contribute to the development and refinement of software development practices and methodologies
• Stay current with Rust language updates, ecosystem developments, and industry best practices
• Document technical decisions, system architecture, and implementation details for team reference

**Required:**

• Expert-level proficiency in Rust programming language with demonstrated production experience
• Strong understanding of systems programming concepts and low-level memory management
• Solid grasp of software design principles, architectural patterns, and best practices
• Experience with API development and integration
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience writing and executing comprehensive unit and integration tests
• Ability to organize work efficiently and manage multiple priorities effectively

**Preferred:**

• Experience with concurrent and parallel programming paradigms
• Knowledge of embedded systems or performance-critical application development
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
• Contributions to open-source projects, particularly Rust-based initiatives
• Experience with performance profiling and optimization tools
• Understanding of security best practices in systems programming
• Experience working in Agile development environments