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Metron

Mathematical defense software and analytics

Rust Software Engineer

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Reston, VA, USA
In PersonFive days on-site per week required at the Reston, Virginia office.
Software EngineeringBackend Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of industry experience.
  • Experience writing production-grade, performance-sensitive software in Rust.
  • Experience building backend services with tools such as Axum.
  • Experience with asynchronous code using tools such as Tokio.
  • Ability to work effectively with researchers, engineers, and end users to translate technical concepts into usable software.
  • Familiarity with full-stack web application development using any frameworks or languages.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain an interim security clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Work in a large production codebase in Rust.
  • Optimize algorithmic Rust code.
  • Support infrastructure and connections with frontend, database, and other services.
Desired Qualifications
  • Active security clearance.
  • Experience with Java, Python, and TypeScript/React.
  • Experience writing optimized parallel code and GPU code.

About the company

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Metron

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Metron is a scientific consulting firm that develops highly specialized software for defense and national security. Its work centers on turning complex data into actionable decisions, with projects ranging from submarine tracking and mine warfare to autonomous systems for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and search-and-rescue software used by the U.S. Coast Guard. The company applies advanced mathematics and data analysis to high-stakes, real-world problems, often supporting government agencies and defense programs such as DARPA. Metron differentiates itself through a long history of solving difficult, mission-critical data challenges, a track record of software that has become fielded on submarines and in maritime operations, and a focus on autonomous capability development, all while remaining employee-owned. Its goal is to help defense customers understand and act on complex data to improve safety, efficiency, and decision-making in naval and maritime operations.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$33.7M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • Metron won a $9.57 million Navy option on April 24, 2026.
  • Integer expanded its partnership with Metron on May 14, 2026, reinforcing UUV demand.
  • Metron kept hiring in 2026 for software, research, and senior defense roles.

What critics are saying

  • Metron depends on DoD for 100% of obligations, exposing it to budget shocks.
  • Twelve recompetes worth $59.7 million return within 24 months, threatening revenue.
  • A lost Navy or CAMP program would gut Metron's core undersea autonomy franchise.

What makes Metron unique

  • Metron is 100% employee-owned, aligning engineers with long-horizon technical execution.
  • Its undersea autonomy stack won DIU CAMP prototype rights in December 2025.
  • Metron still wins Navy and DARPA work for signal processing, tracking, and UUV autonomy.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Annual Salary Reviews
  • Profit Sharing
  • 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options
  • Gym Membership

Company News

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ExecutiveBiz
Jul 15th, 2026
Metron starts building Lancet xl-class undersea drone for DIU.

Metron starts building Lancet xl-class undersea drone for DIU. * Metalwork is underway on the Lancet's nose, tail and midsection * DIU wants an XL undersea vehicle that can haul payloads 1,400 nautical miles and operate autonomously below 200 meters * Metron is serving as the prime contractor and is supplying its autonomy software Van Gurley, president and CEO of Metron, said the design phase is complete and the team is on track to demonstrate the integrated system in 2027. Payload module fabrication and integration are planned through the fall, with sea trials set for early 2027 ahead of the CAMP demonstration in March of that year. What capabilities does DIU want from the CAMP vehicle? DIU launched CAMP to field undersea autonomy capable of carrying substantial payloads deep into contested waters. Program specifications set a 1,400-nautical-mile transit range and call for autonomous operation below 200 meters, as well as open interfaces compatible with government and third-party control software. Metron received the prototype other transaction agreement for the effort in December. Which companies make up the Lancet industry team? Metron serves as the prime contractor and supplies its ANCC autonomy software, which the company describes as mission-proven. The vehicle builds on Cellula Robotics' hydrogen fuel cell-powered Guardian UUV for long endurance, while Integer Technologies provides vehicle health monitoring and General Dynamics Applied Physical Sciences handles payload delivery. The design pairs modular payload capacity with open interfaces built to integrate with Navy systems.

Navy Today
May 20th, 2026
Cellula Robotics, Metron forge 10-year partnership to advance next-gen AUVs.

Cellula Robotics, Metron forge 10-year partnership to advance next-gen AUVs. May 20, 2026, by Fatima Bahtić Cellula Robotics and Metron have signed a 10-year agreement to jointly develop and deliver autonomous undersea capabilities for the US defense market. The partnership is intended to combine Cellula's commercial off-the-shelf long-endurance autonomous underwater vehicle platforms with Metron's mission autonomy software and undersea operations expertise to support future defense requirements. Under the agreement, the companies will work together on integrated systems designed for deployment in maritime environments, with a focus on modularity, adaptability, and support for evolving operational needs. According to Cellula Robotics, the agreement establishes a long-term framework focused on faster fielding, strong operational performance, and confidence in long-term support. "We've worked closely with Metron over the last three years, and this agreement builds on that successful relationship," said Neil Manning, CEO of Cellula Robotics. "It gives customers greater confidence in supply, long-term support, and operational performance by bringing together complementary strengths in a solution designed to be fielded faster and aligned closely with mission needs." Specifically, the collaboration is designed around a modular, open-architecture approach that supports continued integration of third-party sensors, payloads, and mission systems, helping ensure the solution remains adaptable as technologies evolve and customer requirements change. "Cellula brings a proven, flexible COTS platform approach to the partnership. That is important for defense customers looking for capability that can be adapted, integrated, and fielded quickly with confidence," stated Van Gurley, President and CEO of Metron, Inc. "Together, we are combining our autonomy, mission planning, and novel payload options with Cellula's long-endurance AUV platforms in a way that delivers the next-generation autonomous undersea system the US Navy has been pursuing for over a decade." To remind, in March this year, Cellula was awarded a contract for the construction of a new autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) prototype for the US.

Metron
Aug 28th, 2025
Metron Awarded $48.6M Army Contract to Advance AI-Enabled Mission Planning

RESTON, Va., Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Metron Inc., a leader in autonomous mission planning and decision science, today announced that it has been awarded a $48.6M contract by the U.S. Army to develop artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)-enabled capabilities in support of expeditionary maneuver and air/ground reconnaissance.

Metron
Jul 8th, 2025
Metron Appoints Greg Yadzinski as Chief Operating Officer

Metron appoints Greg Yadzinski as Chief Operating Officer.