--- title: "DevOps as a service for modern web applications" description: "We support you with the challenges of complex application environments and ensure optimal integration and performance of your web application through our expertise in cloud infrastructure and the hosting of entire app ecosystems. We work actively with you to optimise the operation of your web application." language: en date: 2024-05-02 lastmod: 2026-09-23 canonical: "https://flyingcircus.io/en/solutions/devops-as-a-service" format: markdown generator: "TYPO3 LLMs.txt Extension" --- # DevOps as a service for modern web applications > We support you with the challenges of complex application environments and ensure optimal integration and performance of your web application through our expertise in cloud infrastructure and the hosting of entire app ecosystems. We work actively with you to optimise the operation of your web application. ### DevOps as a Service: Professional operations for your business applications #### Together, we secure your digital value creation Modern application landscapes are complex: various microservices, shop systems and backends must work together seamlessly to generate revenue. At Flying Circus, we see ourselves not only as a hosting provider, but also as your operational department. With our deep expertise in cloud computing, infrastructure as code and deployments, we transform the operation of your web applications from a risk factor into an anchor of stability. Our promise: we take full responsibility for availability so that your team can focus 100% on further developing the product.y so that your team can focus 100% on web applications. We promise reliable application operation with our DevOps-as-a-Service. Dein Browser unterstützt das Video-Tag nicht. # Mission-Critical Operations: Zero-downtime infrastructure for global crisis communication. [Make an appointment](#) ![A group of employees gathered in an open office to discuss a project. The room has large windows with city views and a computer screen displaying data charts. The meeting includes two people looking at a man standing and speaking to the group while the others observe](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/_processed_/1/7/csm_Gro%C3%9F__shot-of-a-young-businessman-giving-a-presentation-2026-01-09-11-08-09-utc__f329ace358.jpeg "Office Meeting") ## No risk for your digital strategy! Interventions in the digital value chain – whether changing platforms or service providers – require absolute certainty. Our proof of concept (PoC) serves as risk-free due diligence. Even before signing the contract, we validate success together: we make an advance investment by migrating your application to our platform for testing. This allows us to demonstrate our technical expertise, while you can check the business value directly on your real project. Your advantage is full transparency: a direct comparison with the current situation shows in black and white what we can achieve. Without demonstrable added value for your application, you do not enter into a long-term commitment. This allows us to eliminate investment risks almost completely before you have to make a final decision. **Let's discuss your business case.** ## Make an appointment now! Loading Calendar... The calendar could not be loaded. [ Open page directly ](https://cloud.flyingcircus.io/index.php/apps/appointments/pub/3zMq2G35AZ843E7c/form) Your browser doesn't support iframes. Please enable JavaScript or use the direct link: [Make an appointment](https://cloud.flyingcircus.io/index.php/apps/appointments/pub/3zMq2G35AZ843E7c/form) ![Björn Langer, Director Sales, Flying Circus Internet Operations](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/pictures/bl-bild-cta.jpeg) #### Björn Langer ### Let's talk about your project! As your first technical contact, I am committed to understanding your individual requirements and developing tailor-made approaches for the successful operation of your application. Our exchange also enables us to determine an initial price indication for your individual project. I look forward to talking to you! ###### Contact options Book an online meeting [Send email](mailto:request@flyingcircus.io?subject=My%20request%20about%20your%20services) [call +49 345 219 401-11](tel:+49034521940111) ![Overview of Flying Circus’s DevOps toolchain for automated software releases and cloud operations](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/pictures/2024-03_Devops-Toolchain_port.png "Our toolkit for efficient DevOps processes") ## Customised DevOps toolchain: your optimal CI/CD pipeline In today's business environment, speed of development and continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) is critical. A key component of the Flying Circus service is the implementation of CD/CI pipelines with the tool stack required by Dev and Ops. These automated pipelines enable seamless integration of code changes, automated testing and continuous delivery of software in different environments. By automating these processes, errors are recognised and rectified at an early stage and the overall quality of the software is improved. ![Flow chart showing the collaboration between developers and Flying Circus: Developers A, B and C create code that is versioned using Git. A release is transferred to Flying Circus' GitLab system. This automatically creates a staging environment for testing and customer approval, as well as a monitored production environment.](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/pictures/fcio-dev-workflow-en.svg "Flying Circus DevOps process") Developers create a new release in their own Git. Flying Circus uses this to set up a staging environment for testing and customer approval. The final production environment is then deployed and monitored. ## The collaboration between DEV and OPS Your developers take care of features and releases – we take care of stable operation. With our DevOps-as-a-Service services, Flying Circus automatically brings new releases into staging and production environments, including monitoring, security and scalability. This ensures that the development and operation of your application run smoothly – and you gain time for what really matters: **further developing your application.** ### Our Shared Responsibility Model: #### Taking the operational load off your dev team Successful application operations work best as equal partners. With our shared responsibility model, we establish clear and transparent ownership from day one: while your team can focus entirely on application architecture, database schemas, and new features, we handle reliable operations—from hardware and virtualization to patch management, Ceph storage, automated CI/CD pipelines, and security features. Responsibility: Customer Flying Circus Shared / Both Parties Application Architecture Database Schemas DB Index Optimization User Management Caching Monitoring & Observability Backups Security (Firewall + WAF) Application Automated Secrets & Certificate Management CI/CD Pipeline Deployment Configurations Code Updates & Deployment Triggers Declarative Environment Deployment & Runtime Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Version Upgrades Monitoring & Observability Provisioning Component Roles (Middleware) Infrastructure Provisioning KVM Virtualization Automated Weekly Kernel & OS Patching Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Version Upgrades Monitoring & Observability Compute & Operating System Ceph Clustering Out-of-VM Snapshots Geo-Redundancy Central Object Store Gateways Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Version Upgrades Monitoring & Observability Storage (Ceph + Object Storage) EVPN/VXLAN Network Isolation Firewall DNS BGP Routing Monitoring & Observability Network Data Center Cooling Power Monitoring Infrastructure ## Make an appointment now! Loading Calendar... The calendar could not be loaded. [ Open page directly ](https://cloud.flyingcircus.io/index.php/apps/appointments/pub/3zMq2G35AZ843E7c/form) Your browser doesn't support iframes. Please enable JavaScript or use the direct link: [Make an appointment](https://cloud.flyingcircus.io/index.php/apps/appointments/pub/3zMq2G35AZ843E7c/form) ![Björn Langer, Director Sales, Flying Circus Internet Operations](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/pictures/bl-bild-cta.jpeg) #### Björn Langer ### Let's talk about your project! As your first technical contact, I am committed to understanding your individual requirements and developing tailor-made approaches for the successful operation of your application. Our exchange also enables us to determine an initial price indication for your individual project. I look forward to talking to you! ###### Contact options Book an online meeting [Send email](mailto:request@flyingcircus.io?subject=My%20request%20about%20your%20services) [call +49 345 219 401-11](tel:+49034521940111) ## Operations and Hosting Our [Application Operations service](https://flyingcircus.io/en/managed-cloud-services/application-operations.md) provides you with everything you need to run your applications. We take care of the provisioning and management of your infrastructure, services and servers on our stable and secure [NixOS cloud platform](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/nixos-cloud-platform.md). **What we do for you:** - **Infrastructure management:** We take care of everything involved in setting up and maintaining your servers and infrastructure on our cloud platform. - **Service operation:** We regularly manage, update and optimise your services to ensure they run smoothly at all times. - **Performance optimisation & system monitoring:** We continuously monitor your systems to ensure maximum performance for your application. - **More than just hosting:** In addition to our services, you also benefit from many other services such as our [AI solutions!](https://flyingcircus.io/en/ai.md) [You can find out more about hosting in our data centres here.](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/our-datacenter.md) [ ![Die Illustration zeigt zwei Server-Schränke im Steampunk-Stil des Flying Circus und symbolisiert zwei Rechenzentren](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/cards/card-Illus-Serverschraenke.jpg "Die Rechenzentren des Flying Circus") ](/en/about-us/our-datacenter "Die Rechenzentren des Flying Circus") ![Der Cuban der eine 8 fliegt als Element für DevOps as A Service](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/cards/card-cuban.jpg "DevOps as a Service Visual") ## Scaling & security With the Flying Circus, you can easily scale to meet the growing demands of your business. We offer scalable infrastructures and resources that allow you to flexibly adapt and expand your applications and services. In addition, we emphasise security by implementing security best practices, conducting regular audits and continuously identifying and remediating security vulnerabilities. [Find out more about horizontal scaling here](https://flyingcircus.io/application-operations/cloud-plattform.md#c316) ## Communication between Dev & Ops The joint, professionally focussed exchange between your developers and us is an integral part of our way of working from the very first minute. A key benefit is the promotion of communication and collaboration between the development and operations teams. By using common tools, processes and metrics, we break down silos and promote a culture of collaboration and transparency. This leads to more effective feedback loops, faster response times to issues and ultimately improved overall efficiency of our collaboration. [Find out more about our Application Operation Services ...](https://flyingcircus.io/en/managed-cloud-services/application-operations.md) ![Das Mainvisual vom Flying Circus als Symbol für Anwendungsbetrieb zeigt ein Luftschiff](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/cards/card-devops-aaS-600x400.jpg "Mainvisual des Flying Circus als Symbol für Anwendungsbetrieb") --- ## Your advantages at a glance: ## Precise error analysis **Quick detection and rectification** - Standardised procedures for testing and deployment detect errors right from the start, making it easier to rectify them. ## Rapid deployment **Continuity creates routines** - changes are regularly tested and integrated into the application. This greatly reduces development cycles. ## More efficiency **Automation creates freedom** - The continuous reduction of manual effort leads to more stable code quality and reduces errors. --- ### Do you have any questions or would you like to talk to our experts? Call us: [+49 345 219 401-0](tel:+493452194010) [Write us: request@flyingcircus.io](mailto:request@flyingcircus.io?subject=Request%20from%20flyingcircus.io) --- ## Several SLA levels to choose from Whether Managed or Guided - application operation at Flying Circus offers a flexible selection of well thought-out and optimised service levels for every project size. The first 3 levels guarantee a customised response in one or three hours on weekdays, in the evening or every day of the year - around the clock. In managed projects, the response time can be reduced to 15 minutes. With this finely tuned selection, you receive an optimised and economical service to suit your business requirements. ## Planning security for your budget Our flat-rate SLA calculation levels combine further advantages. You receive precise financial predictability for your budget planning and already know today what the application operation of your project will cost you tomorrow. In this way, we create a clear and transparent basis for co-operation. Our flat-rate calculation approach benefits both sides: you benefit from cost control, financial predictability, quality and efficiency. At the same time, this approach significantly reduces the administrative workload in the areas of recording, calculation and control. # FAQ ## How does DevOps-as-a-Service (application operations) differ from traditional hosting? While traditional hosting often only provides you with the bare infrastructure ("computing power/data storage/network") and leaves you responsible for updates, security, operation and performance, we see ourselves as an **operational partnership and therefore offer "more than just hosting"**. Application Operations (AppOps) at Flying Circus is a comprehensive managed cloud service. We act as an extension of your team and take on **full operational responsibility** for your web applications. For you, this means: - **Relief:** You and your team can concentrate on your core business and development, while we take care of the technical details. - **Full service:** We take care of deployment pipelines (CI/CD), scaling during peak loads, active incident management and updates. - **Responsibility:** We guarantee availability at the application level, not just the underlying infrastructure. - **Security & compliance:** We implement comprehensive security measures and ensure compliance with standards. - **24/7 support:** Our team of experts monitors your application around the clock and intervenes immediately if problems arise. We are not just a provider of computing power or a cloud platform. **Rather, we provide you with a complete team for your application in the area of operations as an integral part of your digital value chain.** ## What is the difference between "managed" and "guided" services at Flying Circus? With Managed Services, we assume full operational responsibility, including proactive monitoring and patch management. We guarantee the availability of the application. With Guided Services, we support your team with our platform and expertise, but you retain primary operational responsibility. This model is often suitable for teams that still want to be deeply involved in the infrastructure. ## How does Flying Circus guarantee data sovereignty (GDPR)? We are a German company and operate our own hardware in ISO 27001-certified data centres in Germany. There are no hidden data flows to US hyperscalers (such as AWS or Azure). This is particularly essential for customers in the healthcare sector, the public sector or those with high compliance requirements. ## How does the collaboration with Flying Circus begin? The best way to get started is through a personal conversation. In order to operate an application optimally, we need to understand it technically – ideally through direct exchange with the developers and insights into the existing application stack. ## Why does Flying Circus use NixOS as its operating system? NixOS enables us to use declarative system configuration. This means that the state of the server is described in code. This makes systems completely reproducible. If an update causes errors, we can roll back to the previous state within seconds thanks to atomic upgrades. For business customers, this means maximum stability and minimal risk of downtime during updates. ## Can Flying Circus assist with migration from AWS/Azure? Yes. We specialise in complex migrations ("re-platforming"). We analyse your current stack and transfer it to an efficient, often more cost-effective environment in our private cloud or on dedicated hardware. ## What are the response times for support? Our SLAs are modular. For non-critical systems, we offer support during business hours. For business-critical applications (e.g. high-traffic shops), we offer 24/7 on-call support with guaranteed response times of up to 15 minutes by qualified engineers. ## What is the pricing structure for Flying Circus? Our model scales modularly from start-ups to large corporations. Our customers include specialised start-ups as well as banks, publishing houses and professional sports clubs. The pricing model consists of two transparent components: 1. Infrastructure: Market prices for resources (vCPU, RAM, storage). 2. Service (SLA): You choose the level that suits your phase. A start-up can get off to a cost-effective start with a standard SLA, while corporations can book 24/7 options for critical systems. You only pay for the security level that your business case requires. ## Does Flying Circus strengthen my own digital sovereignty and resilience? Absolutely. We eliminate vendor lock-ins and dependencies on US hyperscalers. - Technology: Our platform is 100% open source with our own documentation at doc.flyingcircus.io - Data sovereignty: We use our own hardware in our own and German colocation data centres. - Private stack option: For maximum sovereignty, we can also install and operate our entire cloud stack directly in your data centre on request. This guarantees you full control over assets and data while ensuring professional operation. --- [ ![Die Nixos Flake verbunden mit unserem Rechenzentrum als Visual für die Flying Circus Cloud Plattform](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/images/cards/card-nixos-site.jpg "NixOS beim Flying Circus") ](/en/about-us/nixos-cloud-platform "NixOS-Cloud-Platform") [## NixOS-Cloud-Platform The NixOS-based cloud for scalable application operation. 24/7 monitoring & a special infrastructure guarantee security, stability & flexibility. ](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/nixos-cloud-platform "NixOS-Cloud-Platform".md) [ Read more ](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/nixos-cloud-platform "NixOS-Cloud-Platform".md) [ ![Real image of our data center and the Flying Circus server stack illustration in steam punk style](https://flyingcircus.io/fileadmin/_processed_/b/a/csm_FC-Datacenter-Card-OB_cbb6a1171b.jpg) ](/en/about-us/our-datacenter "Our Datacenter") [## Our Datacenter For the operation of our own Linux-based NixOS cloud platform, we rely on our primary and ISO-certified data center in Oberhausen (NRW) and our backup and development data center in Halle an der Saale. ](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/our-datacenter "Our Datacenter".md) [ Read more ](https://flyingcircus.io/en/about-us/our-datacenter "Our Datacenter".md) ### Interested in DevOps as a Service? 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