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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$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Lead compliance and quality assurance efforts in engineering development, ensuring adherence to standards throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with teams and external customers to enhance pro...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering teams through managers, ensuring delivery, quality, and reliability. Collaborate with Product and Design to execute strategic roadmaps while fostering a strong...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering leadership. Drive multi-team collaboration, enhance delivery processes, and cultivate talent while ensuring quality and reliability in a dynamic Sa...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Reimagine developer workflows by designing and building scalable backend services and automation infrastructure, enhancing the quality and impact of AI-assisted engineering tools through robust teleme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the modernization of DEA's investigative systems by designing and executing functional tests for Pega applications, ensuring quality and reliability throughout Agile development cycles w...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $204K *

Lead the design and execution of medium- to high-voltage substation projects, overseeing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering strong client rela...

2 weeks ago

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

$136K - $204K *

Drive the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality delivery. Engage with clients, oversee project scope, and provide technical gui...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary design teams in mechanical engineering projects. Oversee the development of innovative gas processing systems while ensuring compliance with industry stan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by managing engineering tasks, liaising with customers and suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery while exceeding expectations. Lead teams in product development and continuo...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of software validation by ensuring rigorous evidence and traceability for releases. Own the automation and verification processes that guarantee software, firmware, and models meet th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure software, firmware, and models meet rigorous standards. Own validation, traceability, and release evidence, while building automation for reliable testing and compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us build innovative features for a unique kid-friendly phone, enhancing user experience through app development, call routing, and contact management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing process engineering in the Pulp and Paper industry. Leverage your expertise to lead capital projects, enhance operational efficiency, and drive innovative so...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower a small development team to innovate AI-driven web applications, translating business needs into intuitive user experiences while overseeing technical direction and delivery across frontend an...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate processes to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Lead experiments, develop best practices, and collaborate with teams to drive improvements in production systems an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $108K *

Empower your career by leading energy efficiency projects, engaging clients, and optimizing industrial systems. Utilize your engineering expertise to drive performance improvements in diverse sectors...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $108K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of energy efficiency by leading projects that optimize industrial systems. Engage with clients to identify opportunities, analyze data, and deliver impactful solut...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $108K *

Elevate energy efficiency in industrial systems by leading projects, engaging clients, and optimizing performance. Utilize technical expertise to analyze operations, foster relationships, and deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $108K *

Lead the charge in maximizing energy efficiency for industrial systems. Collaborate with clients to assess operations, develop optimization models, and manage projects while ensuring quality control a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $108K *

Lead energy efficiency projects by assessing industrial systems, optimizing performance, and fostering client relationships. Utilize technical expertise to analyze data, create reports, and ensure com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $108K *

Champion energy efficiency initiatives by assessing industrial systems, optimizing performance, and managing projects. Collaborate with clients to identify opportunities, analyze data, and deliver imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation to drive product design excellence. Collaborate across departments to ensure high-quality electrical and mechanical designs, while supporting existing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a System Engineer, specializing in Linux systems and automation. You'll lead the design and maintenance of provisioning workflows, configuration management, and Linux networking...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $177K *

Build and improve user experiences across our application stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features, ensuring quality and performance throughout the software develop...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.