Performance engineers help software, applications, and digital systems run quickly, reliably, and efficiently. They identify bottlenecks, test performance under real-world conditions, and work with engineering teams to improve speed, scalability, and resilience. Explore vetted Performance Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Performance engineers plan and execute load, stress, and scalability tests; analyze system behavior; and turn findings into practical improvements. Depending on the role, they may focus on application response times, infrastructure capacity, database performance, or end-to-end user experience. They often partner with software developers, site reliability engineers, architects, and product teams.
Employers commonly seek experience with performance testing tools, scripting or programming, distributed systems, and cloud platforms. Knowledge of observability, profiling, networking, databases, and CI/CD can also be valuable. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate technical findings help engineers prioritize and deliver measurable improvements. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.
Performance engineering roles are found across technology, financial services, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries that depend on reliable digital products. Professionals may advance into senior or lead engineering positions, performance architecture, site reliability engineering, or engineering management. Career paths depend on experience, technical specialization, and organizational needs.
Search Ladders for vetted Performance Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, required qualifications, compensation details, and work arrangements, then find opportunities that align with your skills and career goals.
Staff Site Reliability Engineer
$156K - $275K *
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Senior Frontend Engineer, Portfolio
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Shape the future of financial clarity by delivering core Portfolio experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into user-friendly interfaces, ensuring performance an...
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Senior EPIC Optimization Specialist
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Engineer innovative civil designs for utility-scale solar and battery projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create site layouts, grading, and drainage plans, ensuring compliance and ef...
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Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...
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Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative mobile solutions across Android and iOS. Take ownership of projects, collaborate with peers, and contribute to the broader tech stack while enhanci...
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Principal Engineer - FPGA/ASIC Design
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Innovate cutting-edge FPGA/ASIC designs while collaborating with a global team. Engage in all project phases, from architecture to testing, tackling complex challenges in engine control systems with a...
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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing process engineering in Life Sciences. Lead complex design projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior engineers while enhancing your...
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Engage with customers to identify key challenges and drive product innovation. Collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance physical operations and g...
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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing data center operations and customer success. As a hands-on leader, you'll manage a skilled team, oversee implementations, and ensure operational excellence w...
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Lead the charge in transforming field innovations into commercial products that empower engineers. Own the developer experience, streamline workflows, and drive product strategy to enhance automation...
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Shape the future of scalable financial technology by leading cross-team engineering initiatives, influencing architectural decisions, and mentoring top talent to enhance system performance and reliabi...
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Software Engineer - AI Accelerated Development
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Structural Project Designer - Nuclear
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Lead the charge in developing structural designs using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to create detailed drawings and resolve design challenges, ensuring timely...
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Join a dynamic team as you collaborate on innovative electrical designs, progressing from basic tasks to complex projects while ensuring quality and efficiency in a supportive environment...
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Senior Software Engineer, Web Platform
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Join a team that's redefining web performance and developer experience. You'll tackle complex platform challenges, optimize Shreddit’s architecture, and enhance tooling for a high-traffic site, empowe...
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Sr. Software Engineer - Customer Facing Applied AI
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What is a Performance Engineer?
A Performance Engineer evaluates and improves the speed, capacity, stability, and efficiency of software and systems. The work often includes performance testing, identifying bottlenecks, analyzing results, and collaborating on fixes.
What does a Performance Engineer do day to day?
Typical responsibilities include designing load and stress tests, monitoring application and infrastructure behavior, investigating slowdowns, profiling code or services, and sharing recommendations with engineering teams. Duties vary by company and specialization.
What skills are useful for Performance Engineer jobs?
Useful skills may include performance testing, programming or scripting, systems and distributed architecture, cloud platforms, databases, observability, and data analysis. Employers may also value experience with CI/CD and clear technical communication.
Where do Performance Engineers work?
Performance Engineers work in industries that rely on digital services, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, and e-commerce. They may focus on applications, platforms, infrastructure, or end-to-end user experience.
How can I find Performance Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Performance Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting for salary, responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.