Irage-Techops 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 3 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.