Rust Backend Engineer

Rust Backend Engineer role at NPAworldwide

Our 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.

They’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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged.

Entry level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Professional Services