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Qualcomm

System Performance Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Qualcomm Systems Engineers collaborate across functional teams to meet and exceed system-level requirements and standards. Qualcomm's System Performance Team is responsible for optimizing and ...

Anthropic

Performance Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Running machine learning (ML) algorithms at our scale often requires solving novel systems problems. As a Performance Engineer, you'll be responsible for identifying these problems, and then ...

Apple

Systems Performance Architect

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$173K/yr

As a System Performance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the performance excellence of Mac and iPad systems under development. You will be responsible for in-depth performance ...

Techvilla Solutions

Performance Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

Build scalable and resilient distributed systems and microservices. * Integrate automated ... Expertise in performance engineering, system tuning, and optimization. * Experience with Apache ...

SOLV Energy

Performance Engineer II

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

The Performance Engineer II - O&M is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational ... Calculate and analyze energy losses and system performance impacts using internal tools and ad-hoc ...

SOLV Energy

Performance Engineer II

Bend, OR · On-site +1

The Performance Engineer II - O&M is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational ... Calculate and analyze energy losses and system performance impacts using internal tools and ad-hoc ...

CoreWeave

HPC Performance Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Develop and maintain tools for establishing systems performance baselines * Develop and maintain ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ...

Hp

Tech Marketing & Performance Engineer

Spring, TX

$65K - $101K/yr

Tech Marketing & Performance Engineer Description - Tech Marketing and Performance Engineer Power the systems that power the world's most demanding work. The Tech Marketing and Performance Engineer ...

CoreWeave

HPC Performance Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$165K - $242K/yr

Develop and maintain tools for establishing systems performance baselines * Develop and maintain ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ...

SOLV Energy

Performance Engineer II

OR · On-site +1

The Performance Engineer II - O&M is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational ... Calculate and analyze energy losses and system performance impacts using internal tools and ad-hoc ...

CoreWeave

HPC Performance Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

Develop and maintain tools for establishing systems performance baselines * Develop and maintain ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ...

Joyson Safety Systems

Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary ... Supports Product Engineering with component development and optimization * Creates and executes ...

Seven Seven Software

Performance Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

... systems, and Java /.NET code. * Creates and executes complex performance tests and may lead the ... May provide performance engineering knowledge in contributing to simulation modelling projects.

H R PUNDITS INC

SAP Performance Engineer

Austin, TX

SAP Performance Engineer Location: Austin, TX (Day 1 onsite) * Responsibilities: * Define, develop ... Debug and improve system performance/scalability in cross-functional teams. * Use profiling tools ...

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How much do systems performance engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems performance engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Systems Performance Engineers?

Systems Performance Engineers are professionals who analyze, monitor, and optimize the performance of computer systems and applications. They identify bottlenecks, run performance tests, and recommend improvements to ensure systems operate efficiently under varying workloads. Their role often involves collaborating with developers and IT teams to resolve issues, improve response times, and ensure scalability. These engineers use specialized tools to collect and interpret performance data, helping organizations maintain reliable and high-performing technology environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Systems Performance Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Systems Performance Engineer, you need strong analytical abilities, expertise in systems architecture, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with performance monitoring tools (like New Relic, Dynatrace, or Splunk), scripting languages, and experience with operating systems and cloud platforms is typically required. Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate across technical teams and resolve complex issues quickly. These skills ensure the optimal performance, reliability, and scalability of critical IT systems, which are vital for business continuity and user satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by Systems Performance Engineers in large-scale production environments?

Systems Performance Engineers often encounter challenges such as identifying bottlenecks in complex, distributed systems and dealing with unpredictable performance issues under varying workloads. They must balance optimizing system resources while ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining service reliability. Collaboration with development, operations, and QA teams is crucial to implement performance improvements and proactively address potential scalability concerns. Staying current with new technologies and monitoring tools also helps in effectively troubleshooting and tuning performance.
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Infographic showing various Systems Performance Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

PV Performance Engineer

Vallum Associates

Greenwich, CT

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Performance Engineer to support the optimization and performance analysis of utility-scale solar assets. This role will focus on improving solar plant performance through data analytics, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational insights across a large solar portfolio.


Responsibilities include:

  • Analyze solar system performance using DAS and SCADA platforms
  • Perform data extraction, reporting, and performance evaluations
  • Support troubleshooting of solar hardware and operational issues
  • Coordinate site onboarding and assist with system performance modelling
  • Work closely with operations and engineering teams to improve asset efficiency


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Solar Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in solar performance engineering, analytics, or optimization
  • Experience with DAS platforms, SCADA systems, and solar performance analysis
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills within solar operations

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