Senior Software Engineer - Rust
Red Hat, Inc.Role Overview
Red Hat, Inc. is hiring a Senior Software Engineer - Rust. This is a full-time role in West Virginia. Part of Red Hat, Inc.'s Lifecycle hiring. The posted range is $116k to $192k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are looking for a Rust Software Engineer (or Senior SWE) to join the team behind the Red Hat Offline Knowledge Portal. This isn't just a "backend" role; it is a systems-focused Product Engineering role. You will be responsible for ensuring that our knowledge base remains accessible, performant, and reliable in environments where connectivity is a luxury, not a given.
As part of the Offline Knowledge Portal team, you will own the lifecycle of the product. This means you won't just write code-you will ensure that code reaches production and performs flawlessly at every layer.
What you will do
- Rust Development: Build and maintain core product features using Rust, focusing on safety, concurrency, and performance.
- Release Engineering: You will collaborate with the team on release engineering to ensure production releases are timely, secure, and stable. Strong skills with container security scanning and mitigation. Skilled with podman or docker, kubernetes, building and running container images.
- Full-Stack Optimization: You will optimize the product at all layers-from the developer workflow and build pipelines to low level system performance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: You will present your work to stakeholders, translating technical complexity into clear product narratives.
- Tool Building: When existing tools are lacking, you build the tools you need to improve your work. Including documenting your work.
What you will bring
- 7+ years of experience building and scaling applications, with a clear history of making sound architectural decisions.
- Experience solving problems at the systems level, with a deep understanding of how to work within systems constraints where CPU, memory, network, or disk is limited.
- Strong Linux skills
- Responsible use of coding agents as an extension of your own rigor.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with distributed teams.
The following is considered a plus
- A degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred, but we recognize that expertise comes in many forms. We value a proven track record of technical rigor demonstrated through your professional portfolio, open-source contributions, or complex systems you've shipped.
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The salary range for this position is $116,270.00 - $191,840.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.
Pay Transparency
Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat's compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
- Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
- Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Software Engineer - Rust position at Red Hat, Inc.?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Red Hat, Inc.. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Software Engineer - Rust position at Red Hat, Inc. located?
This position is based in West Virginia. Red Hat, Inc. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Red Hat, Inc. pay?
Red Hat, Inc. has posted a compensation range of $116k to $192k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Red Hat, Inc. posted?
This role was posted on April 26, 2026 (49 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Red Hat, Inc. require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Red Hat, Inc. lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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