Head of Algorithmic trading

Role Overview: Neo Group is looking for a Head of Algo Infrastructure and QA who will play a crucial role in the stability, performance, and evolution of the trading ecosystem. You will be responsible for Algo Platform Development, Backtesting Infrastructure, QA/Testing Automation, and DevOps. Collaborating closely with quantitative researchers, traders, and senior leadership, you will deliver scalable, high-performance systems for real-time trading. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage cross-functional teams comprising Algo platform developers, Backtesting infrastructure engineers, QA/test automation team, and DevOps and CI/CD engineers. - Design and oversee the architecture of scalable trading systems. - Build and enhance tools for backtesting, simulation, and production deployment. - Own the development and execution of QA automation strategies. - Ensure operational excellence through robust DevOps practices and monitoring systems. - Collaborate with quants, traders, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. - Implement best practices in software development, testing, deployment, and system monitoring. - Drive technical decision-making, mentor engineers, and grow technical leadership across the team. Qualifications Required: - 5-7 years of experience in software engineering. - Strong programming background in C++. - Experience in building real-time systems, preferably in trading or financial services. - Proven track record in managing high-performance teams. - Deep understanding of DevOps tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks. - Exposure to backtesting frameworks and event-driven architectures. - Strong understanding of system design, performance tuning, and production reliability. - Excellent communication skills. - Ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.,