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Load Tester Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Model and simulate complex testing scenarios. * Design appropriate test flows based on business use cases. * Develop load tests for components, microservices, APIs, and end-to-end user journeys.

Job Title: ETL Tester Location: Remote start but onsite at ST. Louis, MO(After Covid) Duration: 12+ Month Contract * 5+ years of strong experience in ETL testing, BI Testing * Experience in EDW and ...

Performance/Load Tester Location : Montvale, NJ Duration : Long Term Contract We have an immediate need for a Performance/Load Tester with strong skills in the HP testing tools to work on a long term ...

Job Title : ETL Tester Job Location : Charlotte, NC / Plano, TX (ONSITE) Job Type : Full-Time ETL Tester Must Have Technical/Functional Skills Primary Skill: ETL testing Secondary: ETL Testing ...

Job Title : ETL Tester Location : Wilmington, DE Job Type : Permanent Full Time US Citizen/ Green Card Holder/EAD (GC) can apply for this Job * 3+ years of experience in ETL testing. * Proficient in ...

Position : ETL Tester (Full time) Location : Herndon VA Candidates with minimum 4 years of ETL testing experience, preferred Informatica. Good experience in ETL testing and strong datawarehouse ...

Title: ETL Tester Location: Louisville, Kentucky Day 1 onsite ( 5 days WFO) Duration: Long-term * Test lead who can automate heterogeneous database test cases to reconcile data post cloud migration ...

Job Role: ETL Tester Location: Deerfield, IL Permanent/Fulltime Requirements 6+ years of experience in manual\automation testing 3+ Experience in Cucumber and Selenium Automation Frameworks. Strong ...

Job Role: ETL Tester Location: Deerfield, IL Permanent/Fulltime Requirements 6+ years of experience in manual\automation testing 3+ Experience in Cucumber and Selenium Automation Frameworks. Strong ...

Role: ETL Tester Location: NYC, NY Perform ETL testing including data extraction, transformation, and loading validations - Validate data from source to target ensuring accuracy, completeness, and ...

Informatica * ETL Tester Qualifications Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Data Warehouse ETL Backend Tester . Location: Euless, TX 75261 (Onsite). Duration: 12+ Months Contract. (Plus 8 days holiday pay and 15 days PTO) We are seeking a Data Warehouse ETL Backend Tester to ...

Informatica Tester Location:- Herndon, VA Duration: Long Term Contract Face to Face after Telephonic/Skype Good in Informatica Good knowledge in ETL Testing and Unix Good in SQL and data warehouse ...

ETL Tester

Louisville, KY · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

Required Skills - ETL testing, Databricks, Strong in Cloud testing The Test Lead/Tester evaluates the software products according to the business standards or function requirements. The Test Lead ...

Required Skills - ETL testing, Databricks, Strong in Cloud testing The Test Lead/Tester evaluates the software products according to the business standards or function requirements. The Test Lead ...

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How much do load tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for load tester in the United States is $32.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a load tester do?

A typical day for a Load Tester involves designing and executing performance test scenarios to simulate real-world user activity on software applications. You’ll analyze system responses, log defects, and collaborate closely with developers and business analysts to refine requirements and recommend improvements. Many Load Testers participate in daily stand-ups or project meetings, making teamwork and clear communication crucial. The role requires balancing routine test case execution with investigative work to uncover performance bottlenecks, making each day dynamic and collaborative.

What is a load tester?

A Load Tester is responsible for evaluating a system's performance by simulating real-world user activity to identify potential bottlenecks, slowdowns, or failures. They design and execute load tests using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling to measure system stability under varying loads. By analyzing test results, Load Testers help ensure that applications can handle expected traffic and scale efficiently. Their role is crucial in preventing performance issues before deployment, ensuring a smooth user experience.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a load tester?

To thrive as a Load Tester, you should have strong analytical skills, an understanding of software testing methodologies, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with performance testing tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling, and experience with scripting and automation are highly valued, as are certifications like ISTQB or Certified Load Tester. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help Load Testers excel in team environments and when reporting findings to stakeholders. These skills ensure that systems can handle expected user loads and help organizations deliver reliable, high-performing software applications.

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Load Test Engineer
Contract ( 3 Month)
Remote opportunity
Looking for candidates with experience in JMeter, BlazeMeter, and e-commerce. 1-2 years should work. More is better.
Position Overview:
The Load Test Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing load tests to evaluate the performance and scalability of software applications. This role requires close collaboration with senior team members, product teams, and development and operations teams to design realistic test scenarios, identify performance bottlenecks, and ensure systems can handle varying levels of traffic. Key responsibilities include developing test plans, validating test environments, running tests, performing detailed analyses, preparing reports, and providing actionable recommendations to project teams. Using specialized tools, the Load Test Engineer simulates user load, monitors system responses, and analyzes results to identify bottlenecks and potential points of failure. A strong understanding of performance testing methodologies, system architecture, and network protocols is critical. Additionally, this role contributes to developing testing strategies and supports continuous improvement within the performance testing team, enhancing its processes and tools across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Gather initial environment requirements and determine the necessary toolset for performance testing.
  • Define performance testing criteria and parameters.
  • Model and simulate complex testing scenarios.
  • Design appropriate test flows based on business use cases.
  • Develop load tests for components, microservices, APIs, and end-to-end user journeys.
  • Configure and execute tests utilizing various load generating platforms.
  • Utilize application performance monitoring tools to identify and diagnose bottlenecks across multiple technologies, platforms, and datasets.
  • Analyze application characteristics and capacities to prepare for high-volume transaction periods.
  • Prepare and execute test scenarios to reproduce production issues in lower scaled environments.
  • Document all testing results and analysis in clear and concise formats.
  • Communicate test results and analysis to technical leads and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate strong technical expertise in writing complex testing scripts using tools such as JMeter/BlazeMeter and LoadRunner.
  • Possess hands-on scripting experience with programming languages/tools such as Java, HTML, Selenium, K6, JavaScript, Python, SQL, or shell scripting.
  • Familiarity with APM tools such as DynaTrace, DataDog, or AppDynamics is required.
  • Actively participate in multiple remote meetings on a daily basis.
  • Demonstrate ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
  • Possess effective communication skills within a business context.
  • Verify the impact of any application or infrastructure change (e.g., Maintenance Releases, hardware, OS upgrades) under different workloads.
  • Collaborate with operations and development teams to deliver efficient and scalable solutions for both on-premises and cloud-based environments.
  • Foster good relationships with technical leads to establish overall objectives and timelines for load testing and capacity planning services.
  • Work effectively in a team environment.
  • Possess a working knowledge of computer networking, systems support and cloud technologies.
  • Validate fail-over/recovery scenarios and assess any impact on response times and interruptions during the execution of such scenarios.
  • Participate in technical presentations, contribute to blog posts, and engage in lunch-n-learn sessions to educate teams on improving system performance.