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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$194K - $260K *

Drive the vision and strategy for a unified product experience, enhancing remediation, assessment, and inventory capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and deliver excep...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading a high-performing team, driving strategic growth, and ensuring technical excellence in complex projects. Your leadership will foster innovation and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic technology team as a Software Engineer, focusing on application development, cloud integration, and AI product innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to innovative electrical control panel designs for industrial applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance efficiency, and deliver high-quality soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Launch your career as a Process Engineer, driving innovative design and execution for major oil product storage projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance with engineering standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize cloud infrastructure and enhance software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable operations and security across digital platforms in the A...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Elevate customer success by providing technical leadership for semiconductor test solutions, driving innovation, ensuring seamless product integration, and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Manage quality assurance for electrical and electronic assemblies, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage the engineering department, ensuring optimal maintenance and safety standards while collaborating with senior leadership and vendors to enhance hotel operations and guest experiences...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Optimize engineering support for Auxiliary Machinery Systems, ensuring effective maintenance, installation, and lifecycle management of HM&E systems while collaborating with teams to enhance operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Innovate and enhance software solutions in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications while driving continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $181K *

Lead project engineering efforts by integrating technical, budget, and scheduling aspects to ensure successful project execution. Collaborate with teams to maintain quality standards and meet client r...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Champion project success by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling aspects for medium-sized projects. Oversee technical excellence, manage resources, and ensure compliance with client criteri...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, manage procurement, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria a...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with standards while managing resources and timelines effectively...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering by integrating project elements, ensuring technical excellence, and driving successful outcomes in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will be ke...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Empower project success by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling aspects for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria...

2 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join us to integrate engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and effective coordination across disciplines while supporting project management and...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower the team by leading software design discussions, implementing test strategies, and enhancing system reliability through proactive troubleshooting and coding. Collaborate across functions to en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $150K *

Empower innovation by designing and detailing molds and fixtures, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes while collaborating with engineers and vendors to deliver high-quality solutions...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $150K *

Shape innovative mold designs and collaborate with engineers to ensure functionality and manufacturability. Utilize CAD software and support projects from concept to completion while maintaining high...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of computational science, driving innovation in AI/ML and high-performance computing. Lead the development of advanced models that support critical national securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $213K *

Lead a diverse engineering team to develop, validate, and launch innovative products, ensuring manufacturability, technical rigor, and seamless transition from design to production through effective c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $213K *

Drive product excellence by leading cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality, manufacturable solutions. Oversee development from design to launch, ensuring technical rigor and process discipl...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product development by leading a cross-functional team that ensures high-quality designs are efficiently transitioned from concept to production, driving innovation and execution e...

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  •   8 - 10 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.