Senior Software Engineer - (Rust / C++)

We're looking for a Software Engineer (Rust/C++) to join our core engineering team at Aftershoot. The ideal candidate is proficient in Rust, C++, or both, with a strong grasp of systems programming and performance optimization. You'll work on building high-performance, scalable backend components that power our AI-driven photo workflows. From architecting low-level modules to collaborating with AI and product teams, your work will directly impact the speed, reliability, and innovation of our platform. Responsibilities Developing the core backend server in Rust that runs locally alongside the Electron app. Designing and implementing APIs for communication between the Electron frontend and Rust backend. Managing efficient IPC (Inter-Process Communication) between the two processes. Handling local data persistence and storage solutions. Optimizing performance for system resources (CPU, memory, disk I/O). Requirements 2-4 years of professional experience in software development with a focus on Rust, C++, or both. Experience with low-level programming, system programming, or performance-critical applications. Strong problem-solving skills, especially in memory management and performance optimization. Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Proactive approach to ownership and delivering projects successfully. Bonus Skills (Nice To Have) Experience with image processing. Familiarity with Rust libraries like image, imageproc, or C/C++ bindings such as OpenCV. This job was posted by Madhur Khake from Aftershoot. Show more Show less