Lead Performance Engineer

Prophecy Technologies

$135K — $160K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in Performance Engineering.
  • Strong experience in performance testing and engineering best practices.
  • Hands-on expertise with Apache JMeter and scripting for performance tests.
  • Experience with front-end performance testing for Next.js applications.
  • Knowledge of HTTP/HTTPS protocols and data formats like JSON and XML.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and Git.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain performance test scripts using JMeter or similar tools.
  • Conduct load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing for applications.
  • Develop and maintain automated test suites for Next.js applications.
  • Perform API performance testing and integrate with automation frameworks.
  • Analyze test results and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Monitor performance metrics during test execution.
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to optimize performance.
  • Integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud-based applications.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Continual learning and improvement of testing frameworks and tools.
  • Engagement with stakeholders through the presentation of performance findings.
Full Job Description
Role Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Lead Performance Engineer to design, develop, and execute performance testing strategies for enterprise and cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with JMeter, Load runner, K6, Gatling, Data Dog, Dynatrace skills, and solid expertise in API, Web and automation testing. This role involves close collaboration with development, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams to ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and performant.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain performance test scripts using Apache JMeter or similar tools for web, API, and backend systems.
  • Conduct load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing for applications and microservices.
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for Next.js applications, covering unit, integration, and E2E tests.
  • Perform API performance testing (REST/JSON, SOAP) and integrate with automation frameworks.
  • Analyze test results, identify performance bottlenecks, and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Monitor system performance metrics (CPU, memory, GC, I/O, network) during test execution.
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to optimize application and infrastructure performance.
  • Integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Prepare detailed performance test reports and present findings to stakeholders.
  • Continuously improve testing frameworks, tools, and best practices.

Required Skills:
  • Strong experience in performance testing and engineering best practices.
  • Hands-on expertise with Apache JMeter (test plans, scripting, listeners, distributed testing).
  • Front end performance testing experience on Next.js application.
  • Design and deployment of performance test framework.
  • Experience with API automation and performance testing (REST, SOAP).
  • Knowledge of HTTP/HTTPS protocols, JSON, XML.
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools (APM, server logs, JVM monitoring).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, etc.).
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Qualifications:
  • 12+ years of experience in Performance Engineering.

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