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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by contributing to complex structural projects, collaborating with a dynamic team, and enhancing project delivery within a growing engineering firm. Drive innovation and excellence in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion process engineering excellence by driving project execution, identifying improvements, and collaborating across teams to enhance outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of process engineering by driving high-quality project execution and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Utilize your expertise to enhance processes, deliver impactful results...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading automation design and integration for semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency through innovative sol...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Manage cross-functional teams to enhance performance and power optimization for applications. Drive quality improvements and deliver responsive user experiences while balancing priorities and collabor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $192K *

Lead the development of human factors requirements for innovative vehicle designs. Drive occupant packaging from concept to production, ensuring optimal ergonomics and compliance with industry standar...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive dash lamp reduction and enhance vehicle uptime through data analysis, issue resolution, and implementation of innovative solutions, ensuring minimized...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $145K *

Tackle system-level performance engineering using AI to optimize next-gen PC platforms. Collaborate with engineers to enhance performance, power efficiency, and thermal optimization while developing a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower our GTM Operations team by building and optimizing the technical stack, data foundations, and workflows that drive effective go-to-market strategies, ensuring our teams can act swiftly and int...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by owning web solutions end-to-end, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences, drive product improvements, and ensure system reliability. Your contrib...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $170K *

Lead and manage construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams, oversee contract execution, and mentor junior staff while fostering...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate payment solutions, shaping the future of digital and physical card issuance while driving technical excellence and strategic growth in a fast-paced FinTech...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $148K *

Lead automation initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement in fulfillm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive process engineering initiatives by optimizing manufacturing systems to enhance cost efficiency, sustainability, and best practices. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, effective production wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $170K *

Explore the impact of innovative solutions by leading enhancements for legacy products, overseeing technical designs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance improvement and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Lead the charge in verification and validation for cutting-edge embedded systems, driving innovation in circuit breaker technology while mentoring global teams and enhancing testing methodologies for...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $104K *

Advance your career as a Battery Engineering Technician, collaborating with engineers to build, test, and validate battery modules in a dynamic eVTOL startup. Embrace a hands-on role focused on safety...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $105K *

Lead the charge in digital transformation by designing and implementing connected manufacturing systems, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving data-driven decision-making across plant operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge power management solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and drive improvements in testing...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $400K *

Elevate your career by partnering with our team to build innovative AI-driven solutions. You'll tackle critical challenges, collaborate with founders, and drive impactful projects that transform hardw...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $104K *

Unlock potential by optimizing manufacturing operations through hands-on troubleshooting and enhancement of electromechanical systems. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's advancing space hardware systems through innovative mechanical design. Collaborate across disciplines to take flight hardware from concept to delivery, solving complex challenges in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Lead and empower a team of software engineers to innovate and deliver impactful solutions, driving technical excellence and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration to enhance user experiences...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in leading safety initiatives and audits while designing complex mechanical systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and enhance product development through inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in elevating quality standards across Business Unit plants, driving excellence from pre-production through launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality processes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.