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Automotive Performance Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Grease Monkey 1402

Automotive Technician

Buda, TX · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Bonus based on performance * Competitive salary * Opportunity for advancement * Training ... Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Cedar Park, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Lago Vista, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Bee Cave, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Lakeway, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Austin, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Webberville, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Rollingwood, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Manchaca, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Jonestown, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Manor, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Creedmoor, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

The Hills, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Manchaca, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

West Lake Hills, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Sunset Valley, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Pflugerville, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

Cox Automotive

Software Engineer II

Buda, TX

$98K - $147K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Software Engineer II to be a key contributor in our vAuto software ... Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS. * Enhance CI/CD ...

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How much do automotive performance engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for automotive performance engineer in Texas is $56.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.91 and $63.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Automotive Performance Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Automotive Performance Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or automotive engineering, with expertise in vehicle dynamics, engine tuning, and data analysis. Familiarity with tools such as dynamometers, simulation software (like MATLAB or Simulink), and industry certifications such as ASE or similar are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills for this role. These skills ensure that performance engineers can optimize vehicle systems effectively, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovation in a competitive automotive environment.

What does an Automotive Performance Engineer do?

An Automotive Performance Engineer focuses on optimizing vehicle performance, including engine power, handling, aerodynamics, and fuel efficiency. They conduct tests, analyze data, and collaborate with design teams to enhance speed, durability, and overall driving experience. Their work involves using simulation tools, dynamometers, and real-world testing to fine-tune components. These engineers often work in motorsports, high-performance vehicle manufacturing, or research and development.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Automotive Performance Engineer?

Automotive Performance Engineers typically spend their days conducting vehicle tests, analyzing performance data, and developing strategies to enhance powertrain, suspension, and overall vehicle performance. They collaborate closely with design, testing, and manufacturing teams to implement improvements and troubleshoot issues. The role also involves using simulation software and diagnostic tools to validate engineering changes and ensure compliance with safety or emissions standards. This mix of hands-on testing, data analysis, and teamwork makes the job dynamic and rewarding for those passionate about automotive innovation.

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Infographic showing various Automotive Performance Engineer job openings in Texas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,474 per year, or $56 per hour.
Sr Lead Site Reliability & Systems Engineer

Sr Lead Site Reliability & Systems Engineer

Cox Automotive

Jonestown, TX • On-site

$163K - $272K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Cox Automotive rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 138 rated financial services

Job description

SENIOR LEAD SITE RELIABILITY & SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Platform Engineering | Infrastructure, Reliability & Systems Architecture
Location: Austin (candidates must be based in Austin or willing to relocate for this role)
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Lead Site Reliability & Systems Engineer - a versatile technical leader who combines deep SRE expertise with broad systems engineering capability. In this hybrid role you will drive platform reliability, operational excellence, and systems architecture across our infrastructure, ensuring our products are scalable, resilient, and delivered with high velocity. You will partner with engineering, product, and operations teams to embed reliability and sound systems design at every layer of the stack.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reliability Engineering & Incident Management
  • Define and drive the SRE strategy, roadmap, and standards across engineering teams
  • Establish and enforce SLOs, SLIs, and error budgets across all production services
  • Own the incident management lifecycle - detection, response, resolution, and prevention
  • Lead blameless postmortems and translate findings into lasting systemic improvements
  • Manage on-call rotations and aggressively reduce toil through automation

Systems Architecture & Design
  • Lead the design and evolution of large-scale, distributed systems and platform infrastructure
  • Define technical standards, architectural patterns, and engineering best practices org-wide
  • Evaluate and recommend technologies and tooling aligned to business and reliability requirements
  • Conduct architecture reviews and provide guidance on complex technical trade-offs
  • Lead capacity planning, performance engineering, and infrastructure scaling strategies

Platform & Infrastructure
  • Build and maintain highly available, fault-tolerant infrastructure on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
  • Drive infrastructure-as-code adoption (Terraform) and enforce best practices
  • Architect and implement observability platforms - metrics, logging, tracing, and alerting
  • Build and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and release engineering workflows
  • Lead chaos engineering and game day exercises to validate system resilience
  • Champion automation across provisioning, testing, deployment, and monitoring workflows

Leadership, Mentorship & Collaboration
  • Mentor and grow a team of SREs, platform engineers, and systems engineers
  • Partner with DevOps, security, and product teams to align on shared platform goals
  • Serve as the technical escalation point for critical infrastructure incidents and outages
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and leadership
  • Contribute to build vs. buy evaluations and drive strategic vendor assessments

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 8+ years of experience in SRE, systems engineering, platform engineering, or DevOps roles
  • 3+ years in a senior or lead capacity with ownership of large-scale, distributed systems
  • Deep expertise in at least one major cloud provider - AWS preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Python, Go, Bash, Java, or C++
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, container orchestration, and service mesh technologies
  • Solid understanding of Linux/Unix internals, networking (TCP/IP, DNS, TLS/SSL, load balancing)
  • Proficiency with observability tooling: Datadog, Prometheus/Grafana, Splunk, or equivalent
  • Proven track record defining and operating against SLOs and error budgets
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools - Terraform required
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems design, security fundamentals, and data governance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with service mesh (Istio, Linkerd) and API gateways (Kong, Apigee)
  • Background in systems integration across enterprise middleware, ERP, or CRM platforms
  • Familiarity with FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization
  • Experience in regulated industries: financial services, automotive, healthcare, or government
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks: SOC 2, ISO 27001, or NIST
  • Track record of leading migrations - legacy-to-cloud or monolith-to-microservices
  • Relevant certifications: AWS Solutions Architect, CKA/CKAD, GCP Professional, or Red Hat RHCA

WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary + annual bonus
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid parental leave

Culture & Growth
  • Flexible hybrid work model
  • Learning & development budget (conferences, certs, courses)
  • Engineering-first culture with direct product impact
  • Collaborative teams and transparent leadership

USD 163,400.00 - 272,300.00
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $163,400.00 - $272,300.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
EOE, including disability/vets

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At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today! Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.

Industry

Automobile dealers and technology, communication and media

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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