Tech Lead

Tech Lead Company Orcrist builds the Orcrist Intelligence Platform (OIP), a Kubernetes-based data intelligence system delivered as SaaS or self-hosted/on-prem (including air-gapped deployments). We fuse streaming, batch, and ML workloads with a modern web application to support defense, law-enforcement, and enterprise missions. Role Lead the engineering squad delivering for defense customers. You’ll stay hands-on across TypeScript and Python, guide forward-deployed teams, and ensure secure, reliable deployments in disconnected environments. What you'll do Architect and ship mission features—sensor integrations, workflows, real-time dashboards. Run deployments and incident response on-site, coordinating with commanders and SRE teams. Harden air-gapped installs: GitOps, registry mirrors, audit logging, zero-trust patterns. Mentor forward-deployed engineers and partner with Product/Security on roadmaps. Document and deliver accreditation evidence (BSI/NATO) and post-mission lessons. About you 7+ years engineering with leadership experience in mission-critical or regulated products. Hands-on with TypeScript/Node.js, React/Next.js, Python services, and Kubernetes. Comfortable operating in defense environments, including travel (≈30%) and on-call. Strong background in security (Keycloak/OPA, Vault, mTLS) and observability (OpenTelemetry/Prometheus). EU/NATO citizenship and eligibility for security clearance. German language (C1+) Nice‑to‑haves Experience shipping air-gapped systems, sensor integrations, or tactical data workflows. Incident command certifications, OSS contributions, or talks on mission software. What We Offer Mission-driven work with direct operator impact; field stipend and specialized training. Modern stack: TypeScript, Python, Kafka, Temporal, Kubernetes, Vault, OpenSearch. Remote-first in Germany with regular deployments and Berlin meetups; 30 days vacation.