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Conductor

Senior Performance Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$138K - $206K/yr

We are seeking a Senior LLM Systems Performance Engineer to build representative AI environments, characterize emerging workloads, and drive performance analysis for next‑generation AI platforms.

Kratos Defense

Performance Engineer Intern

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

The intern will work directly under the Senior Performance Engineer, providing hands-on support for engineering testing, data collection, analysis, documentation, and continuous improvement ...

Psnet

NY · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

Senior Performance Engineer Full Time Regular Professional Jupiter, FL, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1072 Summary: Parametric Solutions Inc. currently has an opportunity for an experienced ...

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Senior Performance Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$136K/yr

The purpose of the Senior Performance Engineer position is to serve as a senior member of the Quality Assurance team leading the design, development, and execution of load, performance, and stress ...

ICANN

Senior Performance Engineer Test

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Senior Performance Engineer Test is responsible for defining, implementing, and evolving the performance engineering strategy for ICANN's mission-critical applications and services. This role ...

Kinsley Power Systems

The Senior Performance Engineer Test is responsible for defining, implementing, and evolving the performance engineering strategy for ICANN's mission-critical applications and services. This role ...

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A Senior Performance Engineer is responsible for optimizing the performance, scalability, and reliability of software applications and systems. They analyze performance metrics, conduct load and stress testing, identify bottlenecks, and work with development teams to implement improvements. This role requires expertise in profiling tools, performance tuning, and system architecture to ensure optimal user experience. Additionally, they may establish best practices for performance testing and contribute to overall system design decisions.

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Senior Performance Engineer Test

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

ICANN
Software Development • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

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Senior Performance Engineer Test
Primary Location Los Angeles
Possible Hiring Locations Los Angeles
Department 0949 - Software Engineering

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