Senior Rust Software Engineer
Backend · Distributed Systems · WASM · CI/CD · E2E Testing

Solution-oriented and results-driven software engineer with 15+ years of experience in systems and backend development, currently specializing in Rust. Proven expertise in designing high-performance, scalable, and reliable software using Rust, Modern C++, and Python. Adept at applying engineering principles, object-oriented design, and advanced problem-solving techniques to deliver robust enterprise solutions.

I’m currently building a full-stack Rust app across two coordinated repos: cr8s (backend with Rocket + Postgres) and cr8s-fe (Yew/WebAssembly SPA). The frontend manages its own Docker-first orchestration and integrates with CI-verified Playwright E2E tests. I emphasize async execution, observability, and system resilience—especially in distributed or embedded domains. I’m also open to systems programming in Rust, including Linux CLI tools, where performance and safety are critical. Known for debugging complex issues and delivering production-grade solutions across the stack.

• 🌍 I'm based in Yuba City, CA
• 🧠 Currently building a Rocket + Postgres REST backend with a Yew/WebAssembly SPA front-end … See the cr8s + cr8s-fe stack
• 🧠 Also worked on a RESTful backend using Rust, Axum, and Redis in my axum-quickstart project
• 🤝 I'm open to collaborating on projects — especially in Rust, backend systems, or CLI tool development

Project Spotlight:

Open to roles in Rust-based backend/fullstack systems, distributed architectures, cryptographic protocols (ZKPs), or embedded platforms.

Currently hardening a Rocket + Yew micro-SaaS, integrating gRPC with Tonic, and expanding Playwright-based E2E coverage.

💼 Open to full-time Rust backend roles or select consulting engagements.
The best way to contact me is via LinkedIn.

Currently focused on Rust-based backend and distributed system development.

Areas of Expertise

• Rust-based Systems Programming
• Distributed Systems
• API Design
• Real-Time Processing
• Cryptography
• WebAssembly Frontend Development

Languages & Libraries

• Rust (since 2022)
• C / Modern C++ (STL, Boost)
• Python
• Java
• SQL
• WebAssembly (WASM)

Async & Networking

• Tokio / Async / Futures
• reqwest
• WebSocket
• TCP/IP / UDP
• RTP (Real-time Transport Protocol)
• Web-Sys

Cloud & Infrastructure

• AWS (Dev/Deploy)
• IronBank container hardening

Databases & Caching

• PostgreSQL / Redis / SQLx / Diesel

End-to-End Testing

• Playwright - E2E browser automation and UI testing

DevOps & CI/CD

• Docker / Docker Compose
• GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions
• Jenkins

Frameworks & APIs

• Axum / Rocket / Actix / Yew
• RESTful APIs
• gRPC (Tonic)
• GraphQL
• Apache Thrift
• Serde

Embedded & OS Platforms

• Linux
• MCOS
• VxWorks
• QNX
• Mercury RTOS
• DMA/RACEway Fabrics

Monitoring & Observability

• Prometheus
• Loki
• Grafana

Tools

• Git
• Cargo
• Docker
• Docker Compose

🧠 Work Habits & Culture Fit

• Agile / Scrum / Kanban
• Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Pair Programming & Remote Collaboration
• Asynchronous Communication (remote-first / remote-only)

• Added Playwright-powered manual E2E test suite for a fullstack Rust/WASM application
• Enhanced GitHub Actions workflows with workflow_dispatch, conditional steps, and Docker service orchestration
• Refined Docker-based local development for rapid iteration and frontend/backend parity

Explicit Module Boundary Pattern (EMBP)

• A Rust architectural pattern I've documented that uses gateway files (mod.rs, lib.rs, main.rs) to create explicit module boundaries and controlled dependencies. EMBP enables complete internal refactoring freedom while maintaining clean public APIs and clear architectural layers.

Rust Dev Container CI

If you're hiring for backend, distributed systems, or Rust-focused roles, feel free to reach out on LinkedIn.