Rust Backend Engineer in Cheltenham

Rust Backend Engineer role at NPAworldwide

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

RoleThey\’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, optimisation, and improvement of 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 Bv7, 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 ApplyApplicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

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

Seniority LevelEntry level

Employment TypeFull‐time

Job FunctionEngineering and Information Technology

IndustriesProfessional Services

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