Performance Engineer

A performance engineer is responsible for ensuring that applications and systems meet the necessary performance criteria. This involves testing, analyzing, and optimizing various aspects of software and hardware systems to achieve optimal performance.

Performance Engineer job description template

We're seeking a performance engineer who can blend technical expertise with analytical skills to improve the performance and efficiency of our applications. This role demands a proactive mindset focused on identifying performance bottlenecks and recommending solutions.

Key responsibilities

  • Analyze and test the performance of software applications to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency

  • Develop and execute performance test plans, strategies, and scripts to simulate real-world scenarios

  • Collaborate with development teams to recommend code and architecture optimizations

  • Monitor application performance and implement tools for performance measurement

  • Continuously evaluate and improve system performance through tuning and optimization

  • Stay informed about industry trends and performance engineering best practices to enhance application performance

Requirements and skills

  • 2+ years of professional experience in performance testing and engineering

  • Solid knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar

  • Experience with performance monitoring tools such as New Relic or Dynatrace

  • Strong analytical skills with a systematic approach to identifying performance issues

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++ is preferred

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