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Proticom

Performance Architect (Remote)

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$160K/yr

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Performance Architect (Systems Performance Engineer OR Principal Performance Engineer) to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess a ...

Wipro Limited

Performance Engineer

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

Strong experience in Performance Engineering / Performance Testing roles with proven expertise in identifying, analyzing, and resolving application performance bottlenecks. * Hands-on experience ...

Frost Bank

Performance Test Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Partner with Engineering, DevOps, and Infrastructure teams to resolve performance issues and optimize application performance throughout the development lifecycle * Integrate performance testing into ...

Frost Bank

Performance Test Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Partner with Engineering, DevOps, and Infrastructure teams to resolve performance issues and optimize application performance throughout the development lifecycle * Integrate performance testing into ...

TEKFORTUNE INC

Performance Engineer

Dublin, OH · On-site

Required : • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field • 5+ years in performance engineering or performance testing • 3+ years of experience working in enterprise ...

TEKFORTUNE INC

Performance Engineer

Dublin, OH · On-site

Required : • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field • 5+ years in performance engineering or performance testing • 3+ years of experience working in enterprise ...

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How much do performance engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for performance engineering in the United States is $60.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.28 and $68.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is performance engineering?

Performance engineering is a discipline in software and systems development focused on ensuring applications and systems meet required speed, scalability, and stability standards. It involves analyzing, designing, testing, and optimizing performance throughout the software development lifecycle. Performance engineers use specialized tools and methodologies to detect bottlenecks, simulate real-world loads, and recommend improvements. Their goal is to deliver reliable, high-performing products to end users.

How does a performance engineer typically collaborate with development and operations teams to resolve application bottlenecks?

Performance Engineers play a vital role in bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work closely with developers to analyze application code and identify potential performance issues early in the development lifecycle. Additionally, they partner with operations teams to monitor system performance in production, interpret logs, and recommend infrastructure or configuration changes. This collaborative approach helps ensure that performance bottlenecks are identified and addressed quickly, leading to more reliable and scalable applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a performance engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Performance Engineer, you need strong analytical abilities, expertise in software performance testing, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, APM solutions, and scripting languages is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as ISTQB Performance Testing. Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you identify bottlenecks and collaborate with development teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring applications meet performance standards and deliver a seamless user experience.

What is the difference between Performance Engineering vs Performance Testing?

AspectPerformance EngineeringPerformance Testing
FocusDesigning, developing, and implementing strategies to ensure system performance throughout the development lifecycleExecuting tests to measure system performance under specific conditions
ActivitiesPerformance planning, monitoring, optimization, and capacity planningLoad testing, stress testing, and benchmarking
Skills & CertificationsPerformance testing tools, scripting, monitoring, performance analysisPerformance testing tools, scripting, test execution
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with developers, architects, and operations teamsPrimarily testing teams and QA departments

Performance Engineering involves proactive strategies to optimize system performance throughout development, while Performance Testing focuses on evaluating system performance through specific tests. Both roles require similar skills but differ in scope and objectives, with Performance Engineering being more comprehensive and ongoing.

How much do performance engineers make in the US?

Performance engineers in the US typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in tools like JMeter or LoadRunner can command higher salaries, especially in tech hubs.

What do you need to be a performance engineer?

Performance engineers need a strong understanding of software architecture, performance testing tools, and scripting languages like Python or Java. They often have a background in computer science or engineering, experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner, and knowledge of system monitoring and analysis. Certifications in performance testing or related fields can also be beneficial.
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Infographic showing various Performance Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,019 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

Ford Racing Performance Engineering Senior Manager

Ford Motor Company

Concord, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and grow the Performance Engineering team, managing resources and technical capability.

  • Oversee vehicle performance delivery, develop engineering roadmaps, and manage development budgets to meet racing program schedules.

  • Coordinate the integration of vehicle systems, direct aerodynamic design and testing, and optimize chassis and kinematics for high-performance racing vehicles.

Ford Motor Company rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 527 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 45 rated automakers

Job description


Racing is where our story began.
In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself-"Sweepstakes"-and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.
That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground-that's where we prove ourselves.
The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.
Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.
If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.
In this position...
The rapid growth and increasing complexity of Ford Racing's high-performance road, track, and off-road programs demand a visionary leader to steer our Performance Engineering strategy. As the Performance Engineering Manager (LL5), you will lead Ford Racing's elite competition performance engineering team.
In this role, you will oversee vehicle dynamics, aerodynamic development, advanced simulation, trackside engineering, and data analysis to maximize the on-track and off-road competitiveness of our race cars. You will collaborate with elite global racing teams, tier-1 technical partners, and internal Ford engineering teams to win world-class races and championships, while seamlessly facilitating "Race-to-Road" and "Road-to-Race" technology transfer.
This role is hybrid and requires at least 4 days onsite in either Allen Park, MI (preferred) or Concord, NC. Relocation support is available.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Strategic Leadership & Global Team Management
  • People & Resource Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a newly formed, globally integrated Performance Engineering department. Manage resource allocation, balance operational budgets, and build technical capability across the team.
  • Race-to-Road Technology Transfer: Act as the primary bridge between Ford Racing and Ford's production vehicle programs, ensuring that racetrack innovations (aerodynamics, lightweighting, simulation methods) are captured and integrated into Ford's future road cars.
  • Program Delivery: Own overall vehicle performance delivery aligned to racing season schedules and program timing. Develop the engineering roadmap, manage development budgets, and present performance status to senior leadership.

Multi-Disciplinary Systems Integration
  • Cross-Functional Orchestration: Lead the interface between mechanical powertrain, eDrive systems, chassis architecture, and digital performance features, optimizing the entire vehicle as a cohesive, high-performance system.
  • Aerodynamics Leadership: Direct a specialized team of aerodynamicists in the design, wind-tunnel testing, CFD modeling, and track validation of all Ford Racing products.
  • Chassis & Kinematics Optimization: Oversee the evaluation of suspension/steering kinematics, packaging constraints, track width, and tire sizing to push the absolute boundaries of mechanical capability within motorsports regulations.

Simulation & Trackside Performance
  • Performance Strategy: Define and execute the optimization strategy for aerodynamics, power delivery, and vehicle dynamics in tight coordination with our external race team and engineering partners.
  • Virtual Toolsets: Lead the development and utilization of Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulators, lap time simulation, and multi-body dynamics to accelerate pre-event setup and vehicle development.
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Oversee trackside data analysis strategy, ensuring the team effectively leverages telemetry, tire modeling, and simulation to drive continuous performance improvements.

Qualifications
You'll have...
  • 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in motorsports and high-performance racing vehicle development
  • Proven track record delivering both closed-course racetrack programs and high-speed desert/off-road racing programs
  • Hands-on trackside race engineering experience, including developing vehicles setups and race-day decision-making
  • 3+ years formally leading race engineering teams, managing performance, and developing technical talent
  • Direct experience with race tire development, objective vehicle testing, and performance data analysis in a competitive racing environment
  • Experience working within a race team structure - collaborating with drivers, crew chiefs, and race operations to execute a unified performance strategy
  • Experience running Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulation programs - developing session plans, working directly with drivers and race engineering teams to correlate simulator findings with on-track/on-trail setup and performance decisions

Even better, you may have...
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Active personal or professional involvement in competitive motorsports (e.g., professional racing series, club racing, or off-road competition).
  • An established, high-level network within the global motorsports, vehicle development, or advanced simulation industries.
  • Experience managing multi-million dollar operational, testing, and program budgets.

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more.
  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Established and active employee resource groups.
  • Paid time off for individual and team community service.
  • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day.
  • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $141,700-$268,300.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
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