Irage-Tech-Ops 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 our high-performance platforms and quant-backed strategies, iRage has become a trusted name for traders and institutions seeking low-latency execution and advanced risk management solutions. ### Key Wins ✅ Pioneers in algorithmic trading — trusted by top proprietary firms & HFT players ✅ Top-ranked derivatives broker — consistently high exchange rankings ✅ Built one of India’s largest retail algo trading 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 trading environment. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in C++ with leadership capabilities to optimize infrastructure, ensure system reliability, and support high-performance trading operations. --- # Responsibilities ### Team & Stakeholder Leadership * Lead a team of 3–4 operations professionals and collaborate cross-functionally with developers, system administrators, quants, and traders. * Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure operational stability and seamless deployment processes. ### DevOps Automation & System Engineering * Develop deployment pipelines, automate configuration management, and build operational tooling for infrastructure optimization. * Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention. ### Technical Excellence & Development Standards * Drive code reviews and establish engineering best practices across operational systems. * Maintain technical documentation and ensure consistency in deployment and DevOps standards. ### System Operations & Performance * Monitor and optimize infrastructure performance for high availability, scalability, reliability, and security. * Support low-latency and high-throughput trading systems. ### Incident Management & Troubleshooting * Lead incident response and troubleshoot infrastructure, deployment, and system-level issues. * Implement preventive automation and monitoring solutions to minimize recurring incidents. ### Strategic Technical Leadership * Contribute to infrastructure architecture decisions and operational scalability planning. * Stay updated with industry trends, DevOps practices, and high-performance system engineering. ### Reporting & Continuous Improvement * Track operational metrics and KPIs and report progress to leadership. * Continuously improve operational processes and automation capabilities. --- # Qualifications & Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field. * Minimum 5 years of Software Engineering experience, including at least 2 years in DevOps, Infrastructure Engineering, or System Operations roles. * Strong experience working with complex distributed systems and production environments. * Excellent knowledge of cloud technologies, containers, and orchestration platforms. * Strong proficiency in C++ programming with hands-on experience in developing high-performance and scalable systems. * Proven experience in C++ development, including multithreading, low-latency systems, memory optimization, and performance tuning. * Experience with Linux operating systems and command-line tools. * Proficient in using Git for version control. * Experience with scripting and automation using Python/Bash is an added advantage. --- # Good to Have * Experience with Nagios or similar monitoring and alerting systems. * Experience working in trading firms, fintech companies, or financial services environments. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices. * Understanding of networking protocols and system administration. * Exposure to backend/frontend development for operational tooling. * Knowledge of SQL and database management. * Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP environments. --- # 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. ### 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 and regular team outings 🎯 Performance rewards — Multiple bonuses for high performers 🏥 Comprehensive health insurance coverage ⚡ Fun workplace culture with sports, games, and activities 🧠 Knowledge-sharing and learning sessions 📚 Annual education stipend for certifications and courses 🏋️ Gym membership support 🚚 Relocation assistance 🏆 Work challenges and competitions to keep things exciting We work hard, play hard, and grow together. Join us.