Posted 12 June, 2026
Irage - DevOps Tech Lead
Nexthire
Mumbai,IN
Full Time
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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.