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Rust Software Developer with Security Clearance
Chipton Ross, Inc.Camden, NJ🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to lead Rust adoption and drive innovation in embedded systems development, leveraging your strong Rust and C/C++ expertise within a reputable organization. You'll thrive here if you possess a DoD Secret clearance and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges, contributing to impactful projects while enjoying a flexible work environment. Apply now to advance your career in secure, cutting-edge software development.
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Rust Software Developer for a contract opportunity in Camden,NJ. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * U.S. citizenship with a Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.
* Bachelor's or Masters degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 3+ years of experience developing Rust software for production systems with a deep understanding of the language.
* Experience with C\C++ development and object-oriented design.
* Experience with development of embedded systems.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Support the engineering team members in embedded software application development specifically with Rust.
* Lead the adoption and deployment of Rust and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and tooling throughout multiple product lines.
* Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware.
* Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.
* Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test.
* Investigate root causes of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team.
* Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation.
* Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results.
* Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects.
* Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily Rust, C/C++, and Python developing code for embedded real time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, Integrity)). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Experience converting C\C++ code to Rust.
* Experience developing Rust software for embedded systems.
* Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo.
* Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real-time embedded systems.
* Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography.
* Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178. REQUIRED EDUCATION * Bachelor's or Masters degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. WORK HOURS * Full-Time- 9/80 ADDITIONAL * U.S. citizenship with a Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance ADDITIONAL INFORMATION * Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. * Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. * Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
* Bachelor's or Masters degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 3+ years of experience developing Rust software for production systems with a deep understanding of the language.
* Experience with C\C++ development and object-oriented design.
* Experience with development of embedded systems.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Support the engineering team members in embedded software application development specifically with Rust.
* Lead the adoption and deployment of Rust and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and tooling throughout multiple product lines.
* Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware.
* Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.
* Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test.
* Investigate root causes of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team.
* Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation.
* Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results.
* Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects.
* Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily Rust, C/C++, and Python developing code for embedded real time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, Integrity)). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Experience converting C\C++ code to Rust.
* Experience developing Rust software for embedded systems.
* Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo.
* Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real-time embedded systems.
* Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography.
* Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178. REQUIRED EDUCATION * Bachelor's or Masters degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. WORK HOURS * Full-Time- 9/80 ADDITIONAL * U.S. citizenship with a Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance ADDITIONAL INFORMATION * Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. * Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. * Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
Skills
Rust
Embedded Systems
C++
Python
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