Software Engineer; FSP Security Clearance

Position: Software Engineer(FSP Required) with Security Clearance
Position Overview BOAB Ventures is seeking an experienced Rust Software Engineer to support a government sponsor focused on high-performance web applications and AI-enabled solutions. This role is ideal for a developer who thrives in performance-critical environments, enjoys working with modern Rust frameworks, and has interest or experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into production systems. The selected candidate will work under a Firm Fixed Price – Level of Effort (FFP-LOE) model, supporting mission-critical development efforts while collaborating with cross-functional technical teams.

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications using Rust Build and integrate AI-powered features and functionality Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and stakeholder teams Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design reviews Support RESTful APIs and microservices architectures Stay current with advancements in Rust, AI/ML technologies, and web development best practices Required Skills & Experience Professional experience developing applications using Rust

Experience with parallel and concurrent programming Strong understanding of web development principles and best practices

Experience with Rust web frameworks such as Actix, Rocket, or Warp Experience or familiarity with Web Assembly (Wasm) for client-side Rust Experience working with databases and ORM tools (e.g., Diesel) Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs Familiarity with Git or other version control systems

Experience with machine learning libraries in Rust (e.g., rust-bert, linfa) Understanding of AI concepts, algorithms, and model integration Highly Desired Qualifications Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Experience working in Agile development environments Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Understanding of secure software development practices

Experience with test-driven development (TDD) Knowledge of software verification & validation (V&V) processes Education & Certifications (Preferred) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred certifications include: SAFe Dev Ops Practitioner Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Security+ ITIL v3 Foundation Certified System Administrator CEH, GCIH Web or Network Penetration Testing Certifications Additional Information High Risk Role (HRR):
This position may require compliance with the Sponsor’s medical screening program, with the level of screening determined by the Government Task Manager (GTM)

Work Location:

On-site at a Sponsor facility within the Washington Metropolitan Area FTE Level: Up to 1 FTE Why BOAB Ventures BOAB Ventures specializes in placing elite technical professionals in cleared, mission-critical environments. We partner closely with our candidates, offering transparency, advocacy, and long-term career alignment within the Intelligence and Defense communities.