Irage-Operations Lead

We are looking for the Smartest People on the block... About Us We're iRage — a team of quants, engineers, and traders who've spent the last 16 years building cutting-edge algorithmic trading systems. Known for its cutting-edge platforms and quant-backed strategies, iRage has become a go-to for traders and institutions looking for low-latency execution and smart risk management. Key wins: ✅ Pioneers in algo trading—trusted by top proprietary firms & HFT players. ✅ Top-ranked derivatives broker—consistently high exchange rankings. ✅ Built one of India's largest retail algo communities. Location: Chandivali, Mumbai Role Summary: Operations Lead 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 improvements Qualifications 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 administration Why You'll Love Working Here We're 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. Here's what we offer: Competitive salary – Get paid what you're 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 you're 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? We've got your back. Friendly competition – Work challenges and extracurricular contests to keep things exciting. We work hard, play hard, and grow together. Join us.