Cloud Engineer (All genders)

Skdse; Berlin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Defence in Berlin is seeking a Cloud Engineer to transform service requests into production-ready, scalable environments. You will lead IaC efforts with Terraform, manage Kubernetes deployments, and ensure security and cost-efficiency across our cloud infrastructure.

This role requires 2–4 years of experience in cloud engineering and a collaborative mindset within a defence-tech context. Join a fast-paced team enabling secure, multi-domain systems.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of professional Cloud Engineering experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of GCP is preferred; AWS or Azure experts willing to transition are welcome.
• Advanced proficiency in Terraform.
• Skilled in Kubernetes (k8s / GKE) and GitOps frameworks like Flux or Kustomize.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for infrastructure service requests.
• Build and maintain Terraform modules to ensure consistent state management and streamlined deployments.
• Configure and install services with a strong emphasis on security protocols.
• Monitor cloud provider activities to ensure cost-efficiency and compliance with security standards.
• Produce detailed "How-to" guides for new services to enable developer self-service.

Skills

Cloud engineering

IaC

GCP

Terraform

Kubernetes

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes (K8s)

Flux

Kustomize

Job description

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 believe that true security stems from relentless innovation. By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.

Why Join Us?

• The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
• You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
• We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing.

Your Mission

As a Cloud Engineer (All genders), you will focus on transforming service requests into production-ready, scalable environments. By utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), you ensure every deployment is executed with precision, security, and thorough documentation. Your work will directly impact the reliability and scalability of our embedded autonomy infrastructure deployed across air, land, and sea systems.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK

• Act as the primary contact for infrastructure service requests.
• Build and maintain Terraform modules to ensure consistent state management and streamlined deployments.
• Configure and install services with a strong emphasis on security protocols.
• Monitor cloud provider activities to ensure cost-efficiency and compliance with security standards.
• Produce detailed "How-to" guides for new services to enable developer self-service.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION

• 2 to 4 years of professional Cloud Engineering experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of GCP is preferred; AWS or Azure experts willing to transition are welcome. Experience with hybrid or on-prem systems is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Terraform.
• Skilled in Kubernetes (k8s / GKE) and GitOps frameworks like Flux or Kustomize.
• A commitment to supporting technical teams through well-architected infrastructure.

Equal Opportunity

At Stark Defence, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

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.