Operations Planning & Analytics Lead (All genders)

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. ABOUT THE TEAM The Operational Platform & Architecture (OPA) team builds and maintains the foundational software architecture that powers our multi-domain defence platforms. As OPA Lead, you will define architectural standards, lead a highly skilled engineering team, and ensure seamlessly integrated software execution across complex defence environments. Your team directly bridges high-level mission software with real-time operational reliability. YOUR MISSION As OPA Lead, you will drive the architecture, development, and evolution of Stark's core operational platforms. You will lead cross-functional engineering efforts to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient system platforms that meet the strict requirements of defense and autonomous operations. WHAT YOU WILL DO AT STARK Lead and mentor the Operational Platform & Architecture engineering team across core architecture design, software development, and systems integration. Define and execute the technical roadmap for Stark's core operational platform architecture. Establish architectural patterns, coding guidelines, and robust engineering processes to ensure system performance, maintainability, and safety compliance. Collaborate closely with product managers, hardware engineers, and defense domain experts to translate operational requirements into technical specifications. Drive system performance optimization, secure communication protocols, a…