DevOps Engineer

Kela is a defense technology startup pioneering a new model for the defense industry - built on openness, modularity, speed, and delivering real operational impact. We combine cutting-edge technology with deep operational insights and close collaboration with defense stakeholders.

We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. You will play a key role in managing and optimizing the deployment of cloud-based web systems, including video streaming, real-time communication, and AI integrations. Your focus will be on maintaining reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure while supporting development teams in their efforts.

What You’ll Do

• Take an active part in all DevOps areas: Own Kela’s infrastructure across cloud and on-premise environments, managing tools and services to ensure global up-time.
• Influence product architecture: Design and implement cutting-edge cloud tech, on-premise hardware solutions, and open-source tools to boost availability.
• Drive scalability: Plan the expansion of data capacity across distributed data centers and cloud regions.
• Own production excellence: Ensure smooth, high-standard execution and seamless integration between on-prem and cloud-native services.
• Automation Mindset: A drive to automate manual efforts using Python, Bash, or Go.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in DevOps on high-scale distributed systems (Linux).
• Docker & Kubernetes: Mandatory hands-on experience with microservices.
• ​Proficiency in Terraform, Ansible, and infrastructure as code practices.
• Strong background in multi-cloud plus on-premise infrastructure management.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in complex systems.
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) & Security-deep knowledge of build/release systems and DevSecOps (IAM, secret management, scanning).
• Experience in AI tools such as: Claude code, Cursor