Backpack
Systems Engineer (Rust)
11mo ago
MiddleRemoteC1rustsystems programmingmemory managementconcurrencynetworking
Own and develop critical backend infrastructure components written in Rust with focus on safety, performance, and system robustness.
Requirements
- At least 3+ years of experience writing production-level Rust
- Deep understanding of systems programming (memory management, concurrency, networking)
- Experience building high-performance services and tooling from scratch
- Obsessive about code quality, performance, and security
- Very fluent in English
Other
- Own critical components of Backpack’s backend infrastructure written in Rust
- Design and implement low-level systems with an emphasis on safety and performance
- Collaborate closely with product, infra, and security teams to build robust and reliable systems
- Proactively identify bottlenecks, security issues, and performance improvements
- Generous ownership & stake in the company. We’re looking for owners.
- A fast-paced environment.
- Flexible working hours & hybrid schedule.
- We have offices in Chicago, Dubai, and Tokyo. You’re welcome to join us there and we’ll handle your visa. Remote is also acceptable for the right candidate.