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Performance Test Lead

Charlotte, NC

$100K - $105K/yr

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Define performance test strategy, workload models, and test plans. * Design, develop, and execute ... Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Preferred, but not required:

... managing and optimizing performance in Kubernetes environments, autoscaling, and tuning ... test suites 8. Advanced knowledge of DB/SQL/Linux and experienced working in agile work environment ...

Performance Test Consultant

Charlotte, NC · On-site

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With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we ... Required Skill and Experience • Experience with LoadRunner for performance test design, execution ...

Lead Performance Test Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

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... management services, and infrastructure testing. Develops, conducts, and evaluates testing ... The Performance Test Engineering role is responsible for the validation of non-functional ...

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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Mandatory Skills : Pt-clientside Perfomance Testing Tools (Web page test, Lighthouse),Performance Monitoring- Cloud Native (Aws Cloud ...

Lead Performance Test Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

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... management services, and infrastructure testing. Develops, conducts, and evaluates testing ... The Performance Test Engineering role is responsible for the validation of non-functional ...

Test Manager Location: Tallahassee, Florida (Onsite) Minimum Qualification: Minimum of five (5) ... performance, accessibility, and user acceptance testing. • Experience establishing and managing ...

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How much do performance test manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance test manager in the United States is $109,109.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a performance test manager collaborate with development and operations teams during a typical project lifecycle?

A Performance Test Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work closely with developers to understand application architecture, identify performance requirements, and design relevant test scenarios. During the testing phase, they coordinate with operations to replicate real-world environments, monitor system health, and analyze performance bottlenecks. Effective communication and regular status updates are essential, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on goals, risks, and outcomes. This collaborative approach helps deliver robust, high-performing systems.

What is the difference between Performance Test Manager vs Performance Test Engineer?

AspectPerformance Test ManagerPerformance Test Engineer
ResponsibilitiesOversees testing strategies, manages teams, and ensures performance benchmarks are metExecutes performance tests, analyzes results, and reports findings
Required SkillsTest planning, team leadership, performance testing tools, project managementPerformance testing tools, scripting, result analysis, technical troubleshooting
CertificationsISTQB, PMP, or similarISTQB, performance testing certifications
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in testing teams, coordination with development and QAHands-on testing in lab or production environments

The Performance Test Manager focuses on leading testing efforts, planning, and team management, while the Performance Test Engineer handles the technical execution and analysis of performance tests. Both roles require similar certifications and work closely within testing teams, but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

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

To thrive as a Performance Test Manager, you need a deep understanding of performance testing concepts, test planning, and analysis, usually backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like LoadRunner, JMeter, and monitoring systems, as well as certifications such as ISTQB, is often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and collaborate effectively with stakeholders. These skills ensure efficient identification and resolution of performance bottlenecks, leading to reliable and high-performing software systems.

What is a performance test manager?

Performance Test Managers are professionals responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing performance testing activities in software development projects. Their primary role is to ensure that applications meet performance requirements related to speed, scalability, and stability under expected workloads. They lead teams of testers, define test strategies, analyze test results, and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve performance-related issues. Performance Test Managers also help identify bottlenecks and provide recommendations to improve system performance.
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Infographic showing various Performance Test Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 90% Full Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $109,109 per year, or $52.5 per hour.

Performance Test Lead

Synechron

Charlotte, NC

$100K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,700+, and has 57 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experiencedPerformance Test Leadto drive performance engineering and testing initiatives across enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in performance testing strategy, workload modeling, test execution, bottleneck analysis, and performance optimization for web, API, cloud, and distributed systems.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is$100k - $105k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end performance testing activities for enterprise applications.
  • Define performance test strategy, workload models, and test plans.
  • Design, develop, and execute load, stress, endurance, and scalability tests.
  • Analyze performance metrics and identify application, database, and infrastructure bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with development, architecture, DevOps, and business teams to resolve performance issues.
  • Prepare performance reports and provide optimization recommendations.
  • Integrate performance testing into CI/CD pipelines and support performance engineering best practices.
  • Mentor junior performance testers and coordinate testing activities across teams.

Requirements:

  • QA/Performance Testing experience with experience in a lead role.
  • Strong experience with performance testing tools such asLoadRunner, JMeter, NeoLoad, or Gatling.
  • Experience testingWeb Applications, APIs, Microservices, and Cloud-based solutions.
  • Strong knowledge ofHTTP, REST APIs, SQL, Java/.NET architectures, and distributed systems.
  • Experience monitoring applications usingDynatrace, AppDynamics, Splunk, Grafana, Prometheus, or New Relic.
  • Strong skills in performance analysis, capacity planning, and root cause identification.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such asJenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Preferred, but not required:

  • Experience withAWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)environments.
  • Knowledge of container platforms such asDocker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience in performance engineering, site reliability, and application tuning.
  • Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Relevant certifications in performance testing, cloud, or quality engineering.

We offer:

  • A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • A multinational organization with 57 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
  • 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
  • Maternity & paternity leave plans.
  • A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • A higher education certification policy.
  • Commuter benefits (varies by region).
  • Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
  • On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
  • Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
  • Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
  • A flat and approachable organization.
  • A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.


All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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