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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$184K - $356K *

Engage in the advancement of high-performance simulation by enhancing Warp for Python on NVIDIA GPUs, driving integration with key software teams, and expanding its usability in scientific computing a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer strategic transformation initiatives to modernize enterprise IT, overseeing program execution, Agile software delivery, and cloud adoption while ensuring compliance and alignment with DoD obj...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $287K *

Innovate seamless SDN solutions for AI Cloud environments, focusing on design, operational excellence, and collaboration across teams. Elevate your expertise in software-defined networking while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Transform the nuclear industry by leveraging your software expertise to design, implement, and manage AI-driven models, enhancing safety and efficiency in advanced fission power technology...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of innovative power generation interconnection services, managing technical studies and processes within ERCOT. Collaborate with a skilled team to drive impactful strategies, ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $193K *

Join a high-impact team as you lead and coach TPMs and RTEs, ensuring successful technical program delivery and Agile execution across complex projects, while fostering collaboration and continuous im...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $205K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end scheduling and lab experience within our core clinical operations platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive AI-powered solutions that enhance efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $235K *

Drive the future of secure authentication services. Collaborate to enhance mechanisms, improve user experience, and ensure robust access management across diverse deployment models, impacting core com...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Transform our program engineering landscape by developing innovative solutions that enhance our platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor peers while leading impactful projects that...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Execute reliability strategies and enhance infrastructure for high-availability systems. Partner with teams to define technical direction, improve observability, and cultivate a culture of operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead a dedicated team in electrical engineering, enhancing solar and BESS designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovation, manage projects, and mentor engineers to deliver quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing features for distributed storage systems, focusing on diagnosing bottlenecks, enhancing scalability, and improving infrastructure for data-intensive workloads through col...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative solutions in power system modeling by leading EMT studies, developing models, and providing expert advisory support to clients while collaborating with a dynamic team to transform ene...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Execute essential Linux system administration for high-stakes IT operations. Manage hardware, enforce security protocols, and ensure seamless service delivery, supporting vital mission operations for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $234K *

Innovate by designing and delivering a framework-agnostic UI platform that empowers engineering teams. Lead technical direction and enhance developer experience while ensuring performance and adherenc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology by designing, developing, and supporting scalable applications, collaborating with Agile teams to deliver innovative solutions in the healthcare data...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $160K *

Take ownership of B2B integrations as a key technical leader, collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions that drive customer success and evolve with innovative IoT technology. Expect a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Reimagine the sales process by partnering with teams to drive technical discovery and showcase solutions. Elevate customer engagement through impactful demonstrations while translating technical conce...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$221K - $279K *

Empower your career by leading the Enterprise Fulfillment engineering team, setting technical vision, owning engineering roadmaps, and fostering a culture of excellence with 10+ engineers while collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment, impacting strategic projects across diverse functions. Join a dynamic team that champions growth and creativity while navigating industry cha...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $141K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of cloud infrastructure and application security. Lead AWS systems engineering efforts enhancing PLM software implementations. Collaborate with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $129K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing automation services for satellite operations, ensuring user-friendly tools and collaboration across teams to support Planet's mission in space exploration...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of enterprise collaboration by managing Microsoft 365 and hybrid identity platforms. Leverage your expertise to drive automation, enhance security and optimize infrastructure while wo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $414K *

Drive the technical vision and strategy for critical cloud infrastructure. Lead multiple engineering teams to ensure high availability and performance of distributed networking services, while enhanci...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate closely with a small team to enhance DevOps practices by leveraging strong backend and infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.