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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in orchestrating Agile Release Train (ART) operations, synchronizing cross-functional teams to ensure effective PI Planning, continuous improvement, and predictable delivery of busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions. Drive engineering excellence, mentor talent, and enhance collaboration while ensuring high-quality, sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $170K *

Take ownership of cloud development initiatives, leading design, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring high-quality code and application performance within a collaborative engineering team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by driving innovative customer engagement strategies in our fast-paced product management team, shaping the evolution of private cloud solutions that enhance enterprise systems f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate your career as a Principal Data Engineer, leading the design and development of innovative data pipelines while mentoring a skilled team to achieve scalable data infrastructure aligned with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading technical excellence across teams. Collaborate closely to enhance architecture, drive system design, and elevate engineering practices while actively contrib...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Champion innovation in software development by leveraging Agile practices, leading technical decisions, and collaborating across teams to enhance application performance and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $275K *

Shape the future of CloudOps by leading critical incident management, fostering automation, and enhancing system architecture across a global SaaS platform. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $184K *

Drive security excellence across AI and cloud-native products by embedding secure development practices, leading risk assessments, and architecting robust protections for scalable systems. Collaborate...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the performance and reliability of our AI-native platform by managing infrastructure, CI/CD processes, and user experience. Shape tooling to boost developer efficiency and ensure a stable, fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$499K - $500K+*

Shape the future of system security by architecting robust solutions for edge and gaming appliances. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while ensuring high performance and efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage and lead complex technical programs across cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality delivery against business objectives while fostering collaboration and mentorship, with a global impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$283K - $354K *

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team to enhance platform capabilities, driving accountability and owner-ship in delivering reliable and effective engineering solutions across the organizati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Advance security engineering across embedded systems, focusing on RTOS and virtualization. Collaborate on architecture, implement defensive features, and ensure compliance with security standards thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join our cloud engineering team to ensure the health and security of our production environment. You'll oversee AWS administration, database management, and proactive monitoring, driving continuous im...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $345K *

Manage and optimize go-to-market initiatives by driving AI-first workflows. Lead major and minor product launches, aligning cross-functional teams for strategic execution, ensuring clarity and efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$93K - $175K *

Champion integrated solutions by leading large-scale programs and managing multi-vendor teams, ensuring quality delivery within budget and timeline while maintaining client relationships and addressin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise growth through technical strategy, ownership of pre-sales cycles, and development of repeatable processes. Be a key player in shaping strategies that resonate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Contribute to building intelligent software solutions that enhance user experiences in private markets investing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects, adapting and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Develop and innovate agent behaviors in healthcare workflows, ensuring AI performance is accurate and safe while facilitating scalable, evidence-based improvements. Collaborate closely with Product an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring operational excellence for our cloud-based applications, focusing on system stability and performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, mentor junior engin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $236K *

Lead the charge in defining technical standards for secure, scalable Windows and macOS endpoints. Mentor engineers, manage projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $235K *

Engage with teams to drive impactful product launches, harnessing data and creativity to craft compelling narratives. Lead a diverse team to enhance market presence and optimize growth strategies acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.