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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$150K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored security solutions, educate customers, and drive engagements that address complex challenges in cybersecurity while particip...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud platforms and financial operations. Lead a multi-disciplinary crew to enhance software delivery with a focus on security, scalability, and cost efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $267K *

Advance privacy initiatives by leading technical reviews and embedding privacy controls in products. Collaborate across teams to align legal requirements with engineering standards, ensuring complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$248K - $391K *

Unlock potential by leading the architectural vision for a global platform, driving AI infrastructure, and enhancing system performance through automation and collaboration across autonomous engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Contribute to enhancing cybersecurity measures across cloud, endpoints, and networks. Collaborate closely with team members to design, implement, and maintain security solutions, ensuring protection o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that pioneers advancements in satellite systems by providing senior-level engineering and scientific support to NOAA's Low Earth Orbit program, driving mission science and algorithm manage...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by shaping technical strategies and driving large-scale programs that enhance the Analytics Platform, ensuring seamless cross-organization collaboration and delivering reliable soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that drives innovation in geographic information systems while leading cross-functional developers in an Agile environment. Your expertise will enhance project management for significant m...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven business applications by designing Python services and APIs that enhance data processing capabilities in both cloud and on-premises settings, ensuring robust performance and seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Circle's security posture by identifying threats, managing incidents, and deploying advanced detection techniques within a collaborative and dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $284K *

Lead the transformation of developer platforms by architecting scalable telemetry pipelines, enhancing observability, and driving open technology adoption across enterprise systems. Engage with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Help us shape the future of Customer Experience by building and owning CX Metrics dashboards. You will transform scattered data into actionable insights, working across teams to enhance performance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $176K *

Unlock your potential by joining our team to drive AI-enabled technology solutions across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape a comprehensive tech roadmap that enhances sales...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$254K - $297K *

Elevate customer experiences by diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges. Contribute directly to product engineering initiatives while collaborating with strategic customers and internal...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and go-to-market initiatives for a cutting-edge cybersecurity portfolio, driving impactful messaging and cross-functional collaboration to enhance market pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $210K *

Drive innovation as a key technical leader, overseeing complex software projects, mentoring teams, and establishing AI-first development standards. Your expertise will enhance the delivery of scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity compliance by managing complex client accounts, guiding them through compliance engagements, and architecting technical GRC frameworks to ensure top-notch client servi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $297K *

Drive a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions and foster a high-performance culture by empowering individuals to excel and aligning technical execution with business objectives, ensuring i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$270K - $360K *

Take ownership of a portfolio of AI-powered talent management products, leading a 50+ member engineering team to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance organizational performance and employee dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$154K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading teams to build and optimize cutting-edge data platforms, impacting industries worldwide while fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth in a customer-centric envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $176K *

Champion cutting-edge technology solutions by aligning engineering practice with business goals. Leverage over 8 years of data insights expertise to drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $175K *

Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform for federal workloads. Leverage expertise in compliance, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code to innovate enterprise en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client experiences by driving technical execution and support throughout the entire client lifecycle, ensuring seamless implementations, data migrations, and optimal product adoption with a fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client success through hands-on technical support and enablement, managing significant client accounts, driving product development, and ensuring seamless API integration for enhanced service...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Lead and inspire a diverse engineering team driving cutting-edge access governance solutions. Enhance user access reviews and compliance, while leveraging AI tools for improved efficiency and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.