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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$88K - $98K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading improvements in vacuum thermoforming. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting product development from prototy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing software solutions that enhance manufacturing operations, ensuring system performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams for c...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with diverse teams to design and develop innovative software solutions across desktop, web, and mobile platforms, while leveraging agile methodologies and AI tools to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $170K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to enhance system architecture and code quality. Drive complex initiatives from strategy to production while fostering a culture of feedback and growth in a collabor...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $132K *

Pioneer your career by leading quality assurance initiatives in a dynamic environment. Drive root cause analysis, enhance manufacturing processes, and ensure compliance in regulated aerospace settings...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Architect and optimize video codec solutions for wearable devices, enhancing media capture and encoding efficiency while balancing performance constraints. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Partner with us to architect and optimize video codec solutions for wearable devices, enhancing media capture and encoding efficiency while balancing performance constraints across hardware and softwa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Architect and optimize video codec solutions for wearable devices, enhancing media capture and encoding efficiency while balancing performance constraints. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of wearable media by architecting and optimizing video codec solutions for resource-constrained devices. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, efficiency, and quality in cu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $105K *

Innovate in the design and certification of electrical components for Aerospace systems. Lead product development, analyze requirements, and mentor engineers while supporting operational teams and enh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$254K - $350K *

Lead the charge in optimizing ML training performance for autonomous driving. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model training efficiency and mentor engineers while shaping the techni...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $143K *

Optimize operations by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance process efficiency, boost yields, and implement effective solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and compli...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform project outcomes by leading electrical engineering efforts from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to design, manage, and oversee projects, ensuring compliance with industry stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Analyze and mitigate product risks through innovative testing methods, ensuring readiness for production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and rider satisfaction while leadin...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop impactful, AI-driven features for government platforms. Collaborate closely with design and federal stakeholders to deliver high-quality, user-centric solutions that enh...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by leading new product launches, optimizing processes, and enhancing production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining vehicle dynamics by benchmarking and evaluating innovative chassis and suspension systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve optimal ride and handling through adv...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing maintenance excellence and continuous improvement across manufacturing sites. Drive operational performance, asset reliability, and strategic alignment while fostering a c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining government tech by building impactful, AI-driven solutions. Collaborate closely with design and federal stakeholders to deliver high-quality, full-stack features that enh...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a skilled engineering team to ensure optimal performance and maintenance of critical building systems, enhancing tenant satisfaction and asset value through pro...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $115K *

Engage in enhancing production efficiency and quality as a Process Engineer. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead troubleshooting efforts, and collaborate with teams to meet safety and produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage in developing and launching innovative assembly processes, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with multifaceted teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality from...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $170K *

Develop and implement APIs and integrations within a DevSecOps framework, ensuring secure and efficient connections between systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet business needs while mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $170K *

Engage in our DevSecOps practice to develop APIs and integrations, ensuring secure systems and effective communication between stakeholders and developers. Contribute to continuous improvement while m...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering activities, managing resources, and ensuring high-quality technical deliverables while fostering collaboration across teams to achieve project goals within b...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.