Tech Lead (TypeScript/Python)

Tech Lead (TypeScript/Python)

Company

Orcrist is building a next generation data intelligence platform using cutting-edge technologies. We're handling petabyte-scale data with sub-second queries. Our product is a Kubernetes‑based platform delivered as B2B SaaS or as a self‑hosted on‑prem solution, including air‑gapped deployments. We enable customers across defense, law enforcement, and enterprise to turn mission-critical data into actionable intelligence.

Role

Lead the engineering squad delivering the data intelligence platform for investigative agencies. You’ll stay hands-on across TypeScript and Python, own integrations with agency systems, and ensure privacy-by-design deployments that pass legal scrutiny.

What you'll do

• Architect and ship case/evidence workflows, identity integrations, and collaboration features.
• Implement privacy controls (PII redaction, consent, audit) and secure on-prem/air-gapped deployments.
• Integrate legacy systems (RMS/CAD, IDPs, forensic tools) via APIs, ETL, and streaming pipelines.
• Lead incident response and produce audit-ready documentation.
• Mentor engineers and partner with investigators, legal teams, and product leaders.

About You

• 7+ years engineering, including leadership of regulated/government implementations.
• Hands-on with TypeScript/React/Next.js, Node.js, Python, and Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of security/privacy (Keycloak, OPA, Vault, audit logging, GDPR/DSGVO).
• Comfortable traveling ~25% to agency sites and working with sensitive data.
• EU/NATO citizenship and security clearance eligibility.
• Full professional German and English language skills (C1+).

Nice‑to‑haves

• Experience with law-enforcement, justice systems, or public & federal agencies.
• Background integrating RMS/CAD, digital evidence, or court disclosure platforms.

What We Offer

• Mission-driven work improving public safety while upholding civil liberties.
• Modern architecture & stack.
• Remote‑first in Germany with occasional team events in Berlin.
• Home office budget and great equipment.
• 30 days vacation.
• Direct impact on critical missions across private and public‑sector customers.