Alpha Strike Labs is a German security research company in the field of cyber open source intelligence. Alpha Strike Labs identifies attack surfaces in cyber space using open source intelligence and global internet scans. The excellent technological knowledge from university research combined with practical experience from a large number of consulting projects promotes the ongoing development of new methods that are used in projects with great added value for customers.
As a dedicated Senior DevOps Engineer (m/f/d) you will lead our backend team into the future
Your responsibilities
- as a seasoned expert, you will lead our Backend Services team to ensure the smooth operation of our OSINT platform
- you will mentor and guide our junior developers to improve their skills and knowledge in backend development and DevOps practices
- collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features and systems that drive innovation on our OSINT platform
- develop and maintain technical roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends
- drive the adoption of best practices in software development, testing, and deployment to ensure high-quality deliverables
- participate in the recruitment and hiring process for junior developers to grow our team
What we offer
- an autonomous and dynamic work environment that fosters growth and innovation
- flexible working hours and remote work options (up to 60% home office) after a brief onboarding period
- convenient location with easy access (S-Bahn, bus, tram, and city highway) and free parking options
- family-like company culture with flat hierarchies and open communication
- opportunities for professional growth through training sessions, conferences and workshops
- a modern workspace equipped with the latest technology
- meal allowance and tax-free shopping vouchers (€110 extra per month – you can choose from 25 stores, e.g. Decathlon, Media Markt, IKEA, Rewe, and many more)
Requirements
- at least 5 years of experience in backend development with a focus on DevOps practices
- proven track record of leading teams with at least 5 people and mentoring junior developers
- strong expertise in development with tools for automation (Ansible), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes)
- excellent communication and leadership skills
- experience with agile methodologies and version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
- good written and spoken German and English skills
Nice to have
- familiarity with concepts of machine learning and big data analytics
- experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana or ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
- knowledge of network administration, including the configuration of network components such as switches, routers or firewalls
- basic knowledge of IT security concepts and practices, such as Identity and Access Management (IAM), network security or compliance