We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Software Engineer (Rust) 2 to join our engineering team in Liverpool, United Kingdom. In this mid-level position, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance systems using Rust while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions. You will take ownership of code quality, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior team members as you grow within our organization.

• Design and implement efficient, maintainable software solutions in Rust, adhering to best practices and coding standards
• Analyze complex technical problems and develop optimized solutions that meet performance and reliability requirements
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, security, and adherence to established guidelines
• Develop and execute comprehensive unit and integration tests to validate software functionality and identify potential issues
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical specifications
• Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions for scalable and maintainable systems
• Debug and troubleshoot production issues, implementing timely and effective resolutions
• Maintain organized documentation of code, systems, and processes to facilitate knowledge sharing and onboarding
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including performance optimization and refactoring efforts
• Stay current with Rust ecosystem developments and emerging technologies relevant to the role

**Required Skills & Experience:**

• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in Rust
• Strong proficiency in systems programming concepts and low-level programming
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, architecture principles, and best practices
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git
• Proficiency in test-driven development and writing comprehensive test suites
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Experience working in organized, collaborative team environments
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools

**Preferred Skills & Experience:**

• Experience with concurrent and parallel programming in Rust
• Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization techniques
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
• Contributions to open-source projects, particularly Rust-based projects
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Understanding of networking protocols and distributed systems
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
• Knowledge of database systems and SQL