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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$135K - $160K *

Architect the future of our GTM technology ecosystem, enhancing data integrity and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive scalable solutions that elevate marketing, sales, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Make your mark at a rapidly growing firm as you enhance B2B product onboarding, drive family engagement, and leverage AI to optimize workflows, while owning platform developments that foster growth an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join us to conduct computer modeling and analysis for transmission planning, ensuring compliance and reliability while participating in dynamic projects. Utilize your expertise in power systems for im...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating secure cloud infrastructure while ensuring scalability and reliability through CI/CD processes and integrated development workflows in a hands-on engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $247K *

Elevate application security by leading initiatives and shaping best practices across multiple programming languages, while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion integrated design leadership across projects, guiding teams to enhance collaboration and ensure design excellence. Drive strategic design decisions that support business goals while mentoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $185K *

Transform quality management at the commercial level by developing and leading a high-performing quality program that balances speed and excellence, integrates complex regulatory requirements, and fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical success in our dynamic GTM team, leading product demonstrations, managing POCs, and ensuring seamless customer onboarding while collaborating closely with sales and engineering to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $228K *

Engineer cutting-edge embedded software solutions for networking systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop comprehensive security features, implement PKI frameworks, and innovate low-level p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $123K *

Innovate compliance automation by leveraging AI tools to enhance governance, risk management, and security processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline operations, optimize workflows, and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $176K *

Play a key role in designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, optimizing developer experiences, and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across teams to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage engineering teams in driving innovative governance solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment. Lead...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team dedicated to driving complex technical programs that bridge engineering, product, and operations. Collaborate with leadership to ensure timely delivery, manage risks, and enhance program m...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Deliver high-quality, secure software solutions by collaborating across teams, mentoring others, and defining scalable architecture for enterprise and government clients, ensuring long-term maintainab...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable software solutions, focusing on enhancing healthcare platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring teams to adopt modern engineering practices and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Transform data infrastructure by designing scalable backend systems and APIs, empowering scientists and clinicians with reliable brain data access for groundbreaking advancements in clinical studies a...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $179K *

Contribute to innovative e-commerce platforms by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions within a collaborative team to support high-volume payment processing and ensure pla...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and mentor a global team overseeing clinical trial supply operations. Drive compliance and operational excellence across clinical logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials that...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $190K *

Champion seamless integration of systems as a Senior Enterprise Engineer, driving innovative solutions through Python and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own projects from design to deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Help us transform patient care through our Virtual Care Platform by enhancing reliability and building tools that empower teams. Drive critical software solutions while maintaining a patient-centric f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving backend systems to shape a global platform. Collaborate across teams, make architectural decisions, and lead improvements in quality, performance, and innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $196K *

Transform backend systems for a core lending product, enhancing borrower experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain reliable services that streamline critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of reliability engineering as you enhance fleet performance, implement data-driven maintenance strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and drive o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$187K - $260K *

Lead the charge in unifying Upstart's experimentation platform, crafting strategic roadmaps and capabilities that enhance experimentation practices. Collaborate across teams to elevate data-driven dec...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance developer experiences and innovate on the Maestro platform by designing, building, and supporting enterprise software and APIs, while collaborating across teams to improve productivity...

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.