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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$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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   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...

3 days ago

  •   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...

5 days ago

  •   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...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Support commercial engineering efforts by generating proposals, process designs, and managing project tasks. Collaborate with sales teams and vendors to enhance project success across various water tr...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing expert Commercial Engineering support for capital sales and service agreements, ensuring successful project execution across North America while collaborating with intern...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in crafting user-centric, scalable interfaces as a Senior Frontend Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive frontend architecture and champion best practices in a ful...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Drive the development of innovative mechanical systems for sustainable home energy products. Collaborate with a dedicated team to design, test, and refine high-performance components, ensuring reliabi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$192K - $237K *

Shape the future of digital experiences by leading engineering teams to innovate scalable applications and backend services. Collaborate across functions to enhance system performance and drive archit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $150K *

Transform cloud-based applications by coding, debugging, and supporting innovative solutions. Collaborate and take ownership of components while performing comprehensive testing and code reviews to en...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by optimizing low-level systems for GPU performance, enhancing efficiency and speed. Collaborate with a team to tackle complex challenges and drive innovation in hardware utilization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $166K *

Elevate automotive innovation by leading engineering design and release for performance parts. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, oversee testing, and ensure compliance with engineering st...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   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.