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# Rust Developer

- **Company:** Quantum
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Distributed Systems, Network Protocols, Performance Tuning, Wireless Sensor Networks, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Software Organization, Data Processing, Multithreading, Robot Operating System, Real Time Systems, Backend, Kubernetes, Low Latency, Docker, Programming Languages
- **Published:** July 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3c6ccc00b70ff07b

## About the Role

* 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with a strong focus on real-time systems.
 * Proficiency in C++ and Rust, with a solid understanding of modern software development practices.
 * Experience in building and optimizing backend architectures for distributed systems.
 * Familiarity with network protocols, multithreading, and low-latency data processing.
 * Knowledge of system architecture design, performance optimization, and resource management.
 * Ability to work independently, solve complex technical problems, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

Nice-to-Have:

 * Experience in robotics, swarm control, or sensor integration.
 * Familiarity with cloud platforms, Docker, or Kubernetes for scalable deployments.
 * Understanding of embedded systems or real-time operating environments.

## Description

We are seeking a skilled Core Developer (Rust/ C++) for Swarm Robotics & Sensor Control with over 5 years of professional experience to join our new development team in London. You will play a key role in building and optimizing the core architectures for the real-time control and management of robotic swarms and sensor systems. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to complex, mission-critical systems in a collaborative environment.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

 * Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable systems for swarm control and sensor management.
 * Implement efficient communication protocols and real-time processing solutions for robotics.
 * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate backend components with robotics software and sensor networks.
 * Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability in a distributed robotics environment.
 * Solve challenging problems using modern programming languages such as C++ and Rust.
 * Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and software design decisions., * We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
 * We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
 * We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
 * We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.


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