Explore Performance Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does a Performance Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Engineer Career Paths

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.

Find Performance Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by managing technical programs across global engineering teams. Drive alignment, enhance decision-making, and leverage AI to optimize workflows while supporting senior leadership i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate demo quality by owning and customizing demo environments, ensuring they are reliable and tailored for the go-to-market team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance demo readiness a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Empower integration solutions by designing and maintaining critical connections across platforms, enhancing Quote-to-Cash processes and ensuring seamless data flow for thousands of merchants through i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Execute end-to-end digital onboarding of complex AI data center infrastructure, managing cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, stability, and optimization of high-performance systems for p...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead mobile development in an AI-first environment. Drive innovation, mentor engineers, and shape user experiences across platforms while collaborating closely with product...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $222K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of structural engineering through innovative design and mentorship. Lead multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring technical excellence while advancing your career in...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale transportation engineering projects, overseeing all phases from initiation to completion. Leverage your expertise to drive project success and ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions by translating architectural concepts into practical designs. Collaborate across engineering disciplines while leading HVAC standards and ensuring effective ex...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development of scalable web applications using React and TypeScript while optimizing user engagement with AI tools. Collaborate in an agile environment to enhance features, mentor juniors, a...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$190K - $267K *

Innovate backend architecture for media tools, driving enhanced user engagement through dynamic, scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $225K *

Transform the future of auto claims by designing AI agents that enhance decision-making and streamline processes. Join a dynamic team to build innovative solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Support and enhance clinical data pipelines across multiple client environments, ensuring reliable application delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate with DataOps to manage infrastructure, m...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation engineering through innovative projects and leadership in Highway, Bridge, or Traffic disciplines, while enhancing our impactful practices acros...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $165K *

Engage with clients to assess technical needs and demonstrate how our solutions meet their requirements. Collaborate with sales teams to secure wins, conduct demos, and build lasting relationships wit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $314K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing LLM-based systems that tackle complex problems in data processing, empowering the team with your technical direction and expertise while overseeing impac...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to fostering a total quality culture while driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead quality management efforts to enhance product standards and oper...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team to develop innovative airgap-native software solutions. Drive product success in National Defense by ensuring seamless integration with UDS, fostering collaboration...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $290K *

Transform UX operations by unifying decision-making and enhancing workflows across disciplines. Drive continuous improvement through automation and strategic partnerships, ensuring a cohesive UX organ...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $280K *

Drive the development of stablecoin products by designing and building backend services for payments, compliance, and onboarding. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced enviro...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $205K *

Empower the Data Center Solutions team by providing expert technical support, evaluating customer needs, and leading strategic projects across the Central US and Latin America, ensuring optimal produc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative service design solutions for government clients, utilizing human-centered methods to address organizational challenges. Lead discovery sessions, synthesize insights, and collaborate...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in harmonizing product transfers, ensuring compliance and quality across global assignments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and product integrity...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Performance Engineer?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.