Systems Performance Engineer Jobs

Join the league of elite professionals by exploring opportunities in Systems Performance Engineering. These roles require extensive knowledge in diagnosing and improving software, system performance, and scalability across a range of applications and platforms.

Why Systems Performance Engineering

Systems Performance Engineers are the backbone of any technological driven entity. They enhance business processes, increase system capabilities, and ultimately drive profitability. Discover job opportunities that offer challenges, innovation, and high compensation.

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$125K - $150K *

Drive the lab consolidation initiative and manage hardware support to ensure seamless R&D operations. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to secure resources and timelines for engineering projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging hardware, firmware, and cloud systems. Drive architecture, ensure coherent product integration, and own critical systems e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $125K *

Drive your career with this senior technology role focused on optimizing global IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance, implement strategic initiatives, and ensure ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $250K *

Transform pre-silicon emulation systems, collaborating across teams to enhance hardware/software integration, verification cycles, and methodologies. Drive the development of robust emulation platform...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $170K *

Elevate employee experience by owning, optimizing, and enhancing Workday systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and effective solutions while navigating a dynamic environment to supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that transforms data into actionable insights, supporting product marketing through analytical rigor. Drive performance optimization and enhance decision-making, ensuring impactful go-to-m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $141K *

Design AWS infrastructure for PLM software implementations, ensuring security and performance. Collaborate with teams, automate processes, and manage application upgrades while supporting DoD customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Manage field deployments and integrations across optical and RF systems, ensuring flawless operation under real-world conditions. Drive solutions based on diverse technical knowledge and customer need...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer streamlined design and engineering processes while supporting project delivery. Manage document control, coordinate multi-discipline reviews, and ensure compliance across a dynamic portfolio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in expert IT Operations support while managing complex issues, mentoring team members, and optimizing processes in a dynamic federal environment across a broad technology landscape...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $180K *

Shape the future of security management by overseeing cross-functional programs, enhancing visibility, and optimizing processes in a dynamic environment. Drive collaboration across teams to effectivel...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Transform operational reliability by managing AWS production systems, ensuring high availability, automation, and seamless service delivery. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance infrastructur...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering enterprise-grade applications, bridging architecture and execution. As a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll lead multi-component systems from concept to delivery, m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $289K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise security architecture, driving innovation, and enhancing business agility. Collaborate across teams to establish best practices while ensuring robust security me...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to build robust, scalable data pipelines and orchestration systems that support diverse healthcare data. Collaborate with data and AI teams to ensure compliance and performance across...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $287K *

Partner with us to enhance cloud services by leading the development of innovative features on our Unified Access Management Platform, driving scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency in I...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful data transformation by establishing trusted analytics models. Shape core metrics, ensure data quality, and collaborate cross-functionally to enable business insights and financial repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a collaborative team dedicated to optimizing customer experience through technical expertise and robust support solutions for enterprise clients, enhancing their use of leading t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform critical platform-level challenges by developing scalable systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance features, focusing on Authentication and Event-Driven Architecture. Grow...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $275K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical execution. Drive innovative solutions and maintain coding practices, ensuring professional development and project delivery, all within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data solutions and lead advanced analytics initiatives for federal clients. Utilize strong database expertise and collaborative skills to enhance project delivery and manage client relationsh...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $296K *

Reimagine network functionalities by leading software engineering projects that enhance scalable systems. Collaborate cross-functionally, oversee design phases, and ensure high-quality software releas...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of ServiceNow system administration, ensuring security, compliance, and reliability across federal environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize platform perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Transform data center networking through design and implementation, ensuring security, efficiency, and scalability as you build and operate innovative networks across multiple sites. Take ownership of...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the Agile Release Train operations, facilitating PI Planning and cross-team ceremonies to ensure timely delivery of business value while managing dependencies and promoting continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Systems Performance Engineer do?question toggle

    A Systems Performance Engineer evaluates the comprehensive workflow of a system, diagnoses performance issues, and provides strategies for improvement.

  • What skills are necessary for a Systems Performance Engineer?question toggle

    The job requires skills in analyzing system workflows, understanding complex algorithms, familiarity with programming languages, and a thorough understanding of databases.

  • What is the average salary for a Systems Performance Engineer?question toggle

    The average salary varies greatly, but on Ladders, all jobs listed have a base salary of $100K, giving professionals a higher earning potential.