DevOps Engineer (All Genders)

DevOps Engineer (All Genders)

Locations: Berlin, Munich, DE; Swindon, GB

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Position

STARK is a pioneering defence technology company dedicated to revolutionizing the deployment of autonomous systems across various domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, software-defined, and cost-effective unmanned systems that provide our operators with a decisive edge in contested environments.

As a DevOps Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our Infra & DevSecOps team. You will be the architect of the technical bridge between software, firmware, and physical infrastructure, ensuring our autonomous stack operates flawlessly across edge devices, microcontrollers, and cloud systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and refine GitLab CI/CD pipelines tailored for cross-compiled and embedded builds.
• Facilitate automated build-test-deploy processes across on-premises edge hardware and GCP.
• Establish secure and traceable software delivery by applying DevSecOps principles to edge computing.
• Oversee artifact lifecycles and multi-architecture containerization strategies using OCI and Docker.
• Develop and maintain build and deployment scripts.
• Collaborate with firmware and electronics teams to integrate and test microcontrollers, sensor boards, and autopilot hardware.
• Build and maintain secure links between on-premises infrastructure and GCP.
• Integrate on-premises identity providers with GCP IAM and implement Zero Trust principles.
• Orchestrate the transition of cloud workloads to on-premises infrastructure.
• Manage egress costs and minimize latency between the data center and cloud regions.

Soft Skills

• Solution-oriented mindset, focusing on "how we can do this" rather than listing reasons why we can't.
• Ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly and respectfully to other team members.
• Team-first mentality, prioritizing the stability of the platform and the health of the team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s) or equivalent professional background.
• 2-5 years of experience in EdgeOps, DevSecOps, or DevOps.
• Proficiency with GitLab CI/CD and Docker.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps, EdgeOps, and DevOps principles.
• Expertise in Git and Git Flow.
• Scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Linux expertise (Debian, Ubuntu) and experience with ARM64 cross-compilation.
• Knowledge of GitLab Runners or comparable tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with GCP services such as GCE, Cloud Build, and Artifact Registry.
• Hands-on knowledge of embedded hardware like NVIDIA Jetson or Raspberry Pi, and integration with MCU firmware.

About Us

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.