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 fieldProven 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 systemsBackend and / or frontend development experience for operational toolingPrevious experience working in a trading firm or financial services environmentKnowledge of database management and SQLFamiliarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Experience with DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelinesUnderstanding of network protocols and system administrationWhy Youll Love Working Here :
Were 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.
Heres what we offer :
Competitive salary Get paid what youre 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 youre 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? Weve got your back.Friendly competition Work challenges and extracurricular contests to keep things exciting.We work hard, play hard, and grow together.
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