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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$157K - $298K *

Innovate your career by leading the workforce planning technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, managing multi-BU deployments, and enhancing planning solutions through effectiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Oversee strategic planning and operational delivery for multiple programs while managing Agile methodologies and ensuring alignment with organizational goals, delivering high-quality solutions within...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential in a senior analyst role focusing on compensation strategy. Ensure compliance and competitiveness in US and Canadian markets while leading initiatives that enhance compensation e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $174K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of data and AI, architecting essential pipelines and integrations that empower decision-making across teams and enhance organizational productivity through inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $143K *

Lead the charge in advanced manufacturing projects, focusing on additive technologies and non-destructive testing. Drive coordination and execution across multi-functional teams, ensuring alignment wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $143K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Advanced Manufacturing by leading project execution across critical initiatives, ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration, risk management, and timely deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $143K *

Launch advanced manufacturing initiatives by leading project execution, coordinating efforts, and managing outcomes across cross-functional teams to support critical goals aligned with Navy priorities...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape your career as a key player in product development, owning the full lifecycle from discovery to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align user needs and business goals while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform business outcomes by leading technology and organizational change initiatives. Engage with clients to optimize IT strategies and drive efficient delivery models, while mentoring team members...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists developing cutting-edge agentic AI systems, transforming customer needs into high-quality enterprise solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Empower teams by architecting robust AI solutions, driving transformation across functions. As the first staff hire in the AI Lab, you will build tools that integrate AI into workflows, enhancing oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower innovation by architecting next-gen cloud solutions and optimizing efficiencies across a high-traffic environment, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance performance and deliver substanti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) vision by managing product strategy and execution. Lead a team while guiding product lifecycle and customer success for industry-leading solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $195K *

Lead the charge in creating and maintaining robust, scalable systems to enhance performance and reliability across our platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with diverse projects as a Mechanical Engineer in a consulting role where you'll inspect, analyze, and report on various mechanical systems while collaborating with a dynamic team and traveling...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $178K *

Transform the developer experience by building, maintaining, and optimizing an internal platform that supports reliable software delivery across multi-cloud environments, ensuring operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $115K *

Develop and implement scalable automation frameworks for robust testing of AI-driven cloud-native applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance quality assurance across multi-cloud envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $178K *

Lead the charge in shaping a user-centric platform, prioritizing key features to drive growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to create a robust product roadmap and improve user satisfaction as we sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical recruiting, focusing on senior+ talent across diverse domains. Utilize your expertise to foster relationships, streamline processes, and drive high-quality hire...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a versatile expert, collaborating with Finance, Accounting, and Procurement teams to enhance Workday Financials operations and drive strategic initiatives within a high-perfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $153K *

Unlock your potential by building impactful SEO features that enhance search visibility and drive organic growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver end-to-end solutions with a focus on performance a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $164K *

Unlock new opportunities in sustainability as you drive innovation, guide clients, and influence industry standards in IT asset lifecycle management, making a measurable impact on their ESG commitment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $370K *

Advance your career by managing major enterprise accounts and executing strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while exceeding sales targets and e...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $216K *

Lead delivery of multi-disciplinary cloud services in a federal environment. Oversee engineering, architecture, and operations to drive modernization, ensure compliance, and maintain performance. Coll...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our API platform by integrating AI capabilities, simplifying user experiences for developers, operators, and data scientists while driving strategic initiatives and measur...

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.