DevSecOps Engineer (All Genders)

About the Position

At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision. As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.

We are currently seeking a DevSecOps Engineer (All Genders) to join our Infra & DevSecOps team in Berlin, Germany. In this role, you will be the architect of the technical bridge between software, firmware, and physical infrastructure, ensuring our autonomous stack compiles, deploys, and 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 containerisation 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 centre and cloud regions.

Requirements

• 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

Equal Opportunity

At Stark Defence, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications-ability and impact cannot be summarized in a few bullet points. We value unique perspectives, adaptability, and a drive to solve high-stakes challenges.

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.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, AI-driven technology
• Collaborative environment with industry-leading minds
• Direct impact on the reliability and scalability of our embedded autonomy infrastructure
• Professional growth and development opportunities

About the Company

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments. We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today.