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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$300K - $450K *

Optimize engineering functions and lead a high-performing team to drive successful AI platform development while ensuring recruitment of top talent and collaboration with key stakeholders...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving Lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency in manufactu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Process Engineer, driving capital improvements and enhancing production uptime through innovative process design and teamwork in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance process engineering by providing technical expertise for design standards, process improvements, and safety evaluations, while collaborating across teams to enhance production and packaging ca...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a global process specialist for machine-vision and automated-inspection technologies, driving innovation and standardization across manufacturing sites while ensuring process re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative mechanical design and VAVE initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance product reliability, reduce costs, and ensure seamless transitions from development to production whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Lead the Electrical Engineering studio to ensure project success, manage resources, and drive financial performance. Mentor staff, oversee operations, and enhance client relationships while maintainin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by leading architecture and coding for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions while shaping technical standards an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the architecture and development of an AI-driven supply chain platform, ensuring high performance and reliability while mentoring teams and driving technical standards in a collaborative environm...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Innovate and lead the architecture of an AI-driven supply chain platform, writing production code and ensuring system reliability. Collaborate with teams to set .NET standards and drive technical deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate and lead the architecture of an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust, secure solutions while enhancing performance and reliability. Drive technical standa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative solutions for an AI-driven supply chain platform, leading architecture and full-stack development. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability and performance while ensuri...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain solutions through innovative AI architecture. Lead the development of robust applications while ensuring performance, reliability, and security in a collabor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-driven supply chain solutions. Lead architecture and development efforts, ensuring high-quality production code while collaborating with cross-functional te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion innovation by leading architecture and development for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality, secure solutions while enhancing system performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading architecture and development for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions while mentoring others and driving...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the architecture and development of an AI-driven supply chain platform, ensuring high performance and reliability while mentoring teams and driving technical standards in a collaborative environm...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead architecture and develop production code for an AI-driven supply chain platform, ensuring reliability and performance while mentoring others and driving technical standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Champion the architecture and development of an AI-driven supply chain platform, leading technical design and ensuring high standards in .NET while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while ensuring system reliability and performance i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Drive your career forward by leading architecture and coding for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to set standards, enhance performance, and deliver secure, reliable solution...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative architecture and production code for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Lead technical design, ensure system reliability, and mentor teams while collaborating with engineering and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading architecture and coding for an AI-driven supply chain platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions while mentoring others and driving t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of cutting-edge infotainment systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance vehicle performance and drive innovation while managing complex enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative infotainment systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle performance and user experience while managing program deliverables and reso...

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  •   Less than 5 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.