Senior Rust Backend Developer jobs October 2025

As a Lead Backend Rust Engineer at Travoom, you’ll design and build high-performance backend services and scalable APIs that power the next generation of travel experiences. You’ll be part of a small but mighty engineering team focused on creating fast, reliable, and efficient systems that support millions of travelers worldwide.

• Build backend services using Rust for optimal speed and safety.
• Design and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
• Develop and manage PostgreSQL databases and schemas.
• Deploy, monitor, and scale systems using AWS cloud services.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle — from design to deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable backend solutions.
• Optionally, work on ETL/ELT data pipelines and large-scale video storage projects.

• 3–5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong production-level experience with Rust (beyond personal projects).
• Deep understanding of REST and GraphQL with clear trade-off reasoning.
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL databases.
• Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, and RDS.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum workflows and multiple testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to design scalable backend architectures including authentication, APIs, microservices, and caching systems.

Desirable Skills:

• Rust + GraphQL experience.
• ETL/ELT pipeline development experience.
• Familiarity with frameworks like Actix, Axum, Tokio, or Rocket.
• Knowledge of WebAssembly, gRPC, or blockchain integration.
• Experience working in high-growth startups or early-stage environments.

You’ll lead backend initiatives that support Travoom’s mission to redefine adventure travel. From architecting scalable APIs to integrating next-gen technologies like WebAssembly and GraphQL, your work will directly impact how travelers discover and book life-changing experiences. As a core member of the engineering team, you’ll shape best practices, guide architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers.

Travoom is redefining how people experience travel by connecting explorers with curated, once-in-a-lifetime adventures. Our team values innovation, transparency, and diversity — empowering every engineer to experiment, create, and lead. We offer competitive benefits, flexible hours, and a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and creativity.

To apply for this position, click the button below and complete the application form. Please tell us about your experience with Rust and how you’ve built or optimized backend systems. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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Q1: When does the application close?
The closing date for applications is November 15, 2025.

Q2: Where is this role based?
This is an onsite position located in Austin, United States.

Q3: What technologies should I know?
Rust, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, AWS, and REST API experience are essential for this role.

Q4: What kind of candidate are you looking for?
A senior engineer with strong Rust experience, backend architecture design skills, and a passion for scalable systems and innovation.