Charles Schwab

Sr Performance Engineer Lead

Charles Schwab$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 10+ years of direct performance engineering experience.
  • Proficient with performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, and Gatling.
  • Experienced with APM & Monitoring tools such as Dynatrace and Grafana.
  • Knowledgeable in scripting languages: Java, Python, C#, .NET, and SQL.
  • Familiar with protocols like HTTP, WebSockets, and TCP/IP.
  • Strong understanding of system internals, tuning, and optimization for diverse environments.

Responsibilities

  • Own and maintain a comprehensive performance engineering framework including SLAs and benchmarks.
  • Design, execute, and analyze various performance tests to identify system bottlenecks.
  • Optimize infrastructure, operating systems, and databases for better performance.
  • Create and maintain capacity models for forecasting and scalability.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot CPU, memory, I/O, and network performance issues.
  • Integrate performance validation into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers while leading architectural discussions.

Benefits

  • Bonus or incentive opportunities are available in addition to salary.
Full Job Description
Position Responsibilities:

  • Performance Framework Ownership--Define and maintain a comprehensive performance engineering framework.--Establish SLAs/SLOs and performance benchmarks
  • Performance Testing & Engineering--Design, execute, and analyze load, stress, endurance, spike, and scalability tests.--Identify performance bottlenecks across infrastructure layers.
  • Infrastructure, OS, and Database Optimization--Tune compute resources and optimize databases.
  • Capacity Planning & Scalability Modeling--Build and maintain capacity models.
  • Bottleneck Analysis: Diagnosing CPU, Memory, I/O, Network issues.
  • ShiftLeft Performance Integration--Embed performance validation into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Leadership, Mentoring & Collaboration--Mentor junior engineers and guide architecture discussions.
What you have

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 10+ years direct performance engineering experience.
  • Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, BlazeMeter.
  • Experience with APM & Monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, NewRelic, AppDynamics, Grafana, Splunk, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, DataDog).
  • Experience with scripting & languages: Java, Python, C#, .NET, Perl, JavaScript, SQL.
  • Experience working with HTTP, WebSockets, TCP/IP.
  • System Internals Experience with JVM/CLR internals (GC, Threading), OS tuning (Linux), Database performance tuning (MSSQL, Oracle Enterprise Server).
  • Infrastructure experience with On-Premise (VMware, Physical Servers), Enterprise Middleware (Kafka, Messaging Queues), Windows Server.
  • Experience with databases: Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB (tuning, query optimization).
  • Experience with legacy system performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • System Thinking: Understanding complex software/hardware interactions.
  • Collaboration: Working with Devs, Ops, Architects, PMs.
  • Communication: Explaining complex issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Mentorship: Guiding junior engineers.
  • Ownership: Taking responsibility for performance outcomes.
  • Proactive Mindset: Preventing issues before they happen.

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

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Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
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