Rust Software Engineer

Job Title: Rust Software Engineer

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Starting at €70,000 + Lucrative Bonus and Benefits

Role Overview

We're supporting a global commodities trading firm in their search for a Rust Software Engineer to join their EU division in Berlin. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the shape the development of high-performance forecasting models and analytical systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You'll be embedded within a multidisciplinary team of traders, analysts, and technologists who work together to solve complex market forecasting and optimisation challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robust, high-performance analytical systems using efficient, production-quality Rust code.
• Debug, test, and continuously improve models and tools to ensure reliability, accuracy, and performance.
• Collaborate closely with traders, analysts, and software teams to deliver critical market insights.
• Support ongoing development of power market forecasting models with a focus on performance and maintainability.
• Integrate with data stores and external APIs, including PostgreSQL and internal tools.
• Engage in regular design discussions and reviews within a collaborative, agile engineering culture.

Required Experience

• 2+ years of Rust programming experience, including performance optimisation and systems-level development.
• Strong experience working with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Academic background in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM discipline (BSc minimum, MSc/PhD preferred).
• Familiarity or willingness to work with Rust web frameworks such as Leptos or Axum.
• Exposure to mathematical modelling, especially Linear Programming (LP) or Mixed Integer Programming (MIP) problems.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Desirable Experience

• Prior experience in the trading or commodities sector.
• Experience developing forecasting, optimisation, or trading models in complex market environments.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure or modern CI/CD workflows.

Why Apply?

• Work in a truly international, diverse, and high-performing team.
• Contribute to the transition through innovative forecasting and optimisation tools.
• Be part of a dynamic, technology-first culture focused on performance and collaboration.
• Gain exposure to critical real-time market decisions and cutting-edge tools.

Applicants must be based in, or willing to relocate to, Berlin. Visa sponsorship may be available for strong candidates.

Reference: AMC/JWH/RSDB2