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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$95K - $115K *

Manage and coordinate project schedules from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards while collaborating with stakeholders and teams to achieve project mil...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, scalable frontend applications using React. Collaborate with designers and product managers to create exceptional user experiences while driving projects f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing software systems, ensuring technical excellence and innovation. Collaborate with engineers to scale teams and leverage emerging technologies for superior p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Partner with us to architect and implement cutting-edge media solutions, focusing on AI-driven workflows for broadcasting and content distribution. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Transform supplier processes and quality standards by leading development, improvement, and compliance efforts across critical manufacturing operations while fostering continuous improvement and techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $270K *

Champion engineering excellence by developing methodologies and tools for scalable, high-quality product development. Partner with teams to drive digital transformation and improve engineering product...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $216K *

Drive the development of a key mobile application, leading cross-functional teams while shaping architectural decisions and mentoring engineers within a safety-focused, innovative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $251K *

Lead critical AI/ML projects as a Senior Principal Platform Engineer, driving innovation in data science, infrastructure management, and cloud solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $248K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a technical architect for a cutting-edge digital ecosystem in diabetes management, driving architecture, requirements, and risk management across cross-functional teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing enterprise automation capabilities, driving quality engineering innovation, and influencing strategic decisions across a rapidly growing organization, enhancing software r...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform quality engineering by leading automation strategies, defining architecture, and implementing innovative testing frameworks. Drive enterprise-wide standards and practices to enhance software...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $212K *

Lead technical strategy and delivery for global marketing performance optimization, ensuring analytics solutions meet business needs while collaborating across teams to deliver accurate, actionable in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our database solutions by designing, developing, and managing complex data models and cloud-based data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance and scalability w...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $164K *

Empower your career by leading negotiations and threat intelligence in cyber extortion. Utilize your analytical skills to enhance response strategies, mentor junior analysts, and drive improvements in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

The Optomechanical Engineer at Scout Space will lead the design and development of hardware systems for on-orbit perception and autonomy capabilities. This role involves creating detailed mechanical d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $149K *

Partner with us to drive impactful People Strategies that enhance business performance, ensure top talent, and foster an inclusive culture while navigating a fast-paced, growth-focused environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Lead transformative solutions by architecting and demonstrating observability systems that drive enterprise success. Collaborate with teams to optimize Dash0’s capabilities and enhance customer experi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the future of demand planning solutions by leading product strategy, collaborating with customers and teams, and delivering innovative capabilities that enhance forecasting accuracy and respo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate with us to build AI-native solutions that leverage LLMs, creating agentic systems and effective feedback loops through hands-on engineering and collaboration with SMEs and end-users. Drive im...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $157K *

Drive security sales initiatives by collaborating with enterprise teams to identify needs, deliver technical solutions, and present product value to enhance customer satisfaction and adoption of cutti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional technical support while managing device lifecycles and improving IT processes. As the first IT presence outside North America, you'll shape global support operations and contribute...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead product strategy and modernization for critical public safety systems, driving impactful changes and guiding cross-functional collaboration to optimize user experience and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $134K *

Join a team that's pioneering large-scale Data Center builds and AI projects. You'll coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and enhance processes while delivering innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a forward-thinking team to architect and optimize resilient cloud-native environments, empowering enterprises to enhance their data workload capabilities across hybrid and multi-cloud platforms...

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Reposted today

  •   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.