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Leonardo DRS

Senior Performance Engineer

Fitchburg, MA · On-site

$102K - $159K/yr

Job Summary Join our Fitchburg, MA team as an experienced engineer supporting the performance, flow ... Senior through Senior Principal. * Strong experience in turbomachinery, steam turbines, gas ...

Eliassen Group

Senior Performance Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$68 - $73/hr

On-site in Jersey City, NJ Our client seeks a Senior Performance Engineer to define strategy, establish performance excellence, and create systems that make performance a default outcome for software ...

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 ...

Leonardo DRS

Senior Performance Engineer

Fitchburg, MA · On-site

$102K - $159K/yr

Senior Performance Engineer Location: Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420 Job ID: 114730 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems ...

Wipro Technologies

Sr Performance Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

Charlotte, NC / Plano, TX * Hands-on experience in performance engineering initiatives for enterprise-scale applications, ensuring optimal system responsiveness and reliability. * Utilize Dynatrace ...

Leonardo DRS

Senior Performance Engineer

Fitchburg, MA · On-site

$102K - $159K/yr

Job Summary Join our Fitchburg, MA team as an experienced engineer supporting the performance, flow ... Senior through Senior Principal. * Strong experience in turbomachinery, steam turbines, gas ...

Crusoe

Senior Performance Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Senior level performance engineer who thrives on deep technical challenges. The ideal candidate possesses a mastery of Linux kernel systems and low-level ...

Crusoe

Senior Performance Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Senior level performance engineer who thrives on deep technical challenges. The ideal candidate possesses a mastery of Linux kernel systems and low-level ...

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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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A Senior Performance Engineer typically oversees performance testing cycles, analyzes system metrics, and collaborates with development and operations teams to diagnose and resolve performance issues. Daily tasks often include designing and executing test plans, monitoring application behavior under load, and recommending improvements for scalability and efficiency. They also participate in code reviews and architectural discussions to identify potential bottlenecks early in the development cycle. Consistent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is key, ensuring that performance goals align with business objectives.

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To thrive as a Senior Performance Engineer, expertise in performance analysis, capacity planning, and system optimization—often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field—is crucial. Familiarity with tools such as LoadRunner, JMeter, APM solutions, profiling tools, and relevant certifications like CPPE or PMP are highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and clear communication skills are vital for identifying bottlenecks and working closely with cross-functional teams. These combine to ensure robust system performance, user satisfaction, and reliable application scalability in demanding technical environments.

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Senior Performance Engineer ID84179

Oxford, CT • On-site, Remote

AgileEngine
Software Development • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about AgileEngineexternal

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, script, execute, and report performance tests across various systems and flows.

  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks using observability signals and integrate automated performance validation into CI/CD pipelines.

  • Partner with SRE/DevOps teams to define reliability targets and conduct chaos engineering experiments.

Job description

AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Performance Engineer to own and lead an enterprise-wide Performance Engineering function as a horizontal shared service across a global QSR digital ecosystem including web, mobile, kiosk, POS, loyalty, and payments systems. You will design and execute load, stress, and endurance tests using JMeter, k6, or similar tools, integrate automated performance validation into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, partner with SRE and DevOps teams on chaos engineering experiments, and leverage AI-assisted workflows for performance planning and results triage.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Own the enterprise Performance Engineering charter as a horizontal shared service, establishing engagement models and SDLC performance-readiness standards.
- Design, script, execute, and report performance tests (load, stress, endurance, scalability) across high-volume ordering, kiosk, POS, loyalty, and payment flows.
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks across application, database, messaging, and infrastructure layers using observability signals (e.g., Dynatrace).
- Embed automated performance validation into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps) with baseline and threshold gating.
- Partner with SRE/DevOps teams to define reliability targets and run controlled chaos-engineering experiments (fault/latency injection, dependency degradation).
- Define performance-readiness criteria, provide evidence-based go/no-go release recommendations, and assist with production performance-incident resolution.
- Integrate AI-assisted workflows into performance planning, test-design acceleration, and results triage while maintaining AI-consumable artifacts and safety guardrails.

MUST HAVES
- You must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US (e.g., Green card holders, TN visa holders, GC EAD, H4 EAD, U4U with EAD), as we are unable to sponsor or take over employment visa sponsorship at this time;
- 4+ years of experience in performance engineering or non-functional testing at enterprise scale.
- Hands-on expertise with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, k6, LoadRunner, NeoLoad, or OctoPerf).
- Experience with enterprise observability and cloud monitoring platforms (e.g., Dynatrace).
- Demonstrated experience integrating automated performance validation into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).
- Scripting and automation proficiency in Java, JavaScript, or Python.
- Hands-on engineering experience in cloud environments (AWS or Azure).
- Hands-on experience using AI-assisted engineering tools, including reviewing and validating AI-generated output.
- Strong communication and stakeholder leadership skills with the ability to translate technical findings into clear business impact.
- Upper-intermediate English level.

NICE TO HAVES
- Direct experience partnering with SRE/DevOps practices on chaos engineering (fault/latency injection and dependency degradation testing).
- Prior experience supporting digital platforms within quick-service-restaurant (QSR), retail, or high-volume transactional ordering ecosystems.
- Experience maintaining AI-consumable artifacts (NFRs, workload models, baselines, thresholds) and defining AI guardrails.

PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location