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.

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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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$84K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation as you develop custom mechanical systems, perform simulations, and support design processes, ensuring top-tier performance from concept to assembly, with occ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $119K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling mission-critical backend systems, ensuring high performance and resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and mentor eng...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $119K *

Join our dynamic team as you tackle complex backend systems, ensuring high performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and mentor junior engineer...

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

$95K - $119K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing scalable backend systems, ensuring high performance and resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance technical roadmaps while mentoring j...

2 weeks ago

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

$285K - $335K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and architecture of cutting-edge infrastructure systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability of compute, storage, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform operations at a cutting-edge battery test lab, overseeing testing protocols and equipment management while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance safety, efficiency, and data accessibil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of Microsoft-based consulting solutions, ensuring effective configuration, installation, and support for clients. Engage with customers to resolve issues and mentor junior resources...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $96K *

Take ownership of product testing initiatives, ensuring mechanical and electrical systems meet rigorous performance, safety, and quality standards through collaboration with cross-functional teams fro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $166K *

Lead the charge in optimizing fleet operations and vehicle software activities. Oversee troubleshooting, quality investigations, and software deployments while driving continuous improvement and ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $270K *

Advance semiconductor technology by developing and optimizing plasma etch processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in patterning applications, ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $270K *

Contribute to groundbreaking semiconductor advancements by developing innovative processes, enhancing manufacturing techniques, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and yi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing documentation, processing payments, and coordinating with teams on bridge and highway construction projects. Collaborate effectively to ensure timely project completi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage all phases from design to implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and d...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage project lifecycles, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship while ensuring compliance...

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

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare technology by managing engineering teams, ensuring high-quality delivery, and fostering innovation in AI-driven solutions that enhance patient access to medi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$244K - $366K *

Optimize enterprise scalability and performance as a senior technical leader. Drive architectural changes, remove bottlenecks, and enhance reliability across teams to deliver impactful solutions for d...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing product-focused teams, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering leadership development while driving technical direction in a dynamic SaaS environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $126K *

Advance product reliability and quality by leading engineering initiatives, troubleshooting electronic hardware, and supporting operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Shape the future of gas-turbine engine maintenance by driving process improvements and ensuring effective work instructions at a leading MRO facility, directly impacting production schedules and opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and drive quality within our manufacturing plant. Collaborate with teams to implement Lean and Six...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by tackling complex challenges as a Software Test Engineer. Drive testing activities for HPC systems, ensuring reliability and performance while making a significant impact on cr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Analyze complex technical challenges as a Software Test Engineer, focusing on planning, developing, and automating testing activities for HPC systems. Ensure reliability and performance while making a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $126K *

Optimize product design and development by leveraging engineering expertise to create innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by developing controls and reducing variability. Engage in audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and yield in a dynamic en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career by enhancing aerospace manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and implement sustainable improvements that drive safety, qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.