Project Lead

iRage; Mumbai; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 10,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Generous paid time off

Gym memberships

Annual Education Allowance

Job summary

iRage is seeking an experienced DevOps Lead to spearhead operational excellence and lead a dynamic team in Mumbai. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in Python and deep expertise in modern C++ (C++17 and above) while ensuring system reliability and performance.

Key responsibilities include team leadership, developing deployment pipelines, and optimizing processes. The position offers a competitive compensation ranging from INR 50 Lacs to 1 Crore, alongside numerous benefits such as generous paid time off and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, with 2+ years in DevOps.
• Strong expertise in cloud technologies and container orchestration.
• Proficient in monitoring and alerting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead an operations team and collaborate across departments.
• Develop deployment pipelines and automate configuration management.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and security.

Skills

Modern C++ (C++17 & above)

Python

Cloud technologies

Linux operating systems

Git

Bash scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Nagios

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Lead/ Operations Tech 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Team & stakeholder leadership - Lead an operations team 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.
• Strong expertise in modern C++ (C++17 & above) is mandatory.
• 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.

Here’s what we offer

• Compensation – INR 50 Lacs to 1 Crore fixed, plus a meaningful performance bonus on top.
• Generous paid time off – Recharge and come back sharper.
• Work with the best – Collaborate with top-tier global talent.
• Adventure together – Annual offsites (international & domestic) plus regular team outings.
• Performance rewards – Attractive 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 Allowance – Take any external course, 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.