iRage - Technical Lead - IT Operations

We are seeking an experienced Operations Lead to drive operational excellence and lead a dynamic team in our fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in Python with proven leadership capabilities to optimize processes, ensure system reliability, and deliver results.Responsibilities :- Team & stakeholder leadership - Lead 3-4 operations professionals and work cross-functionally with developers, system administrators, quants, and traders- DevOps automation & deployment - Develop deployment pipelines, automate configuration management, and build Python-based tools for operational processes and system optimization- Technical excellence & standards - Drive code reviews, establish development standards, ensure regional consistency with DevOps practices, and maintain technical documentation- System operations & performance - Monitor and optimize system performance for high availability, scalability, and security while managing day-to-day operations- Incident management & troubleshooting - Coordinate incident response, resolve infrastructure and deployment issues, and implement automated solutions to prevent recurring problems- Strategic technical leadership - Make infrastructure decisions, identify operational requirements, design scalable architecture, and stay current with industry best practices- Reporting & continuous improvement - Report on operational metrics and KPIs to senior leadership while actively contributing to DevOps process improvementsQualifications and Experience :- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field- Proven experience of at least 5 years as a Software Engineer including at least 2 years as a DevOps Engineer or similar role, working with complex software projects and environments.- Excellent knowledge with cloud technologies, containers and orchestration.- Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python and Bash.- Experience with Linux operating systems and command-line tools.- Proficient in using Git for version control.Good to Have :- Experience with Nagios or similar monitoring and alerting systems- Backend and/or frontend development experience for operational tooling- Previous experience working in a trading firm or financial services environment- Knowledge of database management and SQL- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)- Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines- Understanding of network protocols and system administrationWhy Youll Love Working Here :Were a team that hustles plain and simple. But we also believe life outside work matters. No cubicles, no suits just great people doing great work in a space built for comfort and creativity.Heres what we offer :- Competitive salary Get paid what youre worth.- Generous paid time off Recharge and come back sharper.- Work with the best Collaborate with top-tier global talent.- Adventure together Annual offsites (mostly outside India) and regular team outings.- Performance rewards Multiple bonuses for those who go above and beyond.- Health covered Comprehensive insurance so youre always protected.- Fun, not just work On-site sports, games, and a lively workspace.- Learn and lead Regular knowledge-sharing sessions led by your peers.- Annual Education Stipend Take any external course, bootcamp, or certification that makes you better at your craft.- Stay fit Gym memberships with equal employer contribution to keep you at your best.- Relocation support Smooth move? Weve got your back.- Friendly competition Work challenges and extracurricular contests to keep things exciting.We work hard, play hard, and grow together. (ref:hirist.tech)