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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$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in vulnerability management and AI security partnerships across teams, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats while enhancing the security posture and compliance for AI in...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Elevate customer support by designing and building robust systems that enhance operational efficiency and user experience, collaborating across teams to innovate solutions for a high-traffic, hybrid t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$202K - $274K *

Empower the evolution of Identity systems by re-architecting for multi-product success. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle design challenges and deliver scalable solutions that enhance user...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $205K *

Accelerate your career with a leading team where you can design and create scalable, high-performance systems and APIs, mentor engineers, and drive impactful innovations in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a forward-thinking team to design and develop innovative AI applications, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance client solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure performance, sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $192K *

Elevate your engineering career by driving impactful software solutions across backend services, APIs, and data workflows, while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance security and operational ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform industrial automation by leading SCADA project execution, designing Ignition solutions, and ensuring seamless integration and client collaboration for diverse clients. Drive digital transfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $154K *

Drive innovative Kubernetes solutions by configuring and securing AKS platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance infrastructure, deliver operational excellence, and mentor peers while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Take ownership of our essential pay analytics platform, leading cross-functional teams to enhance customer value, drive innovation, and maintain platform integrity. Shape future-ready engineering prac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $210K *

Transform your career in a dynamic leadership role, guiding engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, champion AI practices, and foster collaboration to drive operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $161K *

Elevate platform performance by owning Workday's technical architecture, integrating applications, and managing security compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions withi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a key player in refining our DevOps and Operations for mission-critical SaaS systems, ensuring optimal performance and responsiveness through automation and collaboration with diverse teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Help us enhance product security and team collaboration through hands-on expertise in application security, CI/CD, cloud environments, and incident response, driving innovative solutions in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $217K *

Transform customer experiences by leading end-to-end systems engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable, scalable backend services and modern frontend applicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $175K *

Unlock potential by owning cloud infrastructure and reliability, improving CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing observability in a dynamic engineering environment focused on innovation and greenfield projec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $115K *

Champion the planning and execution of complex multi-team releases, driving high-quality delivery across diverse applications. Provide strategic guidance, foster collaboration, and lead continuous imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform software quality by leading test strategy, enhancing automation, and fostering innovation. Drive collaboration across teams to ensure comprehensive testing while mentoring QA engineers and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $237K *

Champion the development of robust computing systems across Temporal Cloud. Drive innovation in managed compute primitives and architect high-performance solutions while ensuring seamless multi-cloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $237K *

Innovate and lead large-scale cloud engineering projects, shaping strategies and driving automation to enhance performance and efficiency across IT infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of shared services by developing robust APIs and backend solutions in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and elevate your coding...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by owning web solutions end-to-end, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences, drive product improvements, and ensure system reliability. Your contrib...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative data solutions by designing pipelines and reporting tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and deliver actionable insights in a dynamic environment focused on improv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining validation and integration in firmware and silicon modeling through innovative approaches in object-oriented programming, enhancing product development across technologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Support pre-sales efforts by delivering technical training and customer support for photovoltaic systems. Leverage your expertise in system design and regulatory codes to facilitate successful solar a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that engineers cutting-edge security operations tools and strategies. You will optimize security functions across diverse environments, enhancing efficiency and threat neutralization throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.