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 - $195K *

Engineer and maintain low-level CPU firmware software across products, from development to deployment. Collaborate with hardware teams and vendors to validate new CPUs while tracking advancements in B...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$162K - $290K *

Shape the future of embedded systems by designing firmware for cutting-edge IoT devices that power various industries. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's building and evolving our design system while collaborating with design and engineering to enhance frontend performance, accessibility, and adoption across products. Your engineerin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $253K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing the product strategy for the Energy vertical, ensuring Spotfire delivers value across the oil & gas lifecycle through analytics and innovative workflows, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $253K *

Empower the Energy vertical by leading product strategy and enhancing analytics solutions across the oil & gas lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer-focused initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $160K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by leading platform automation efforts and delivering self-service solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering efficacy while driving the technical direct...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$246K - $339K *

Drive a transformative strategy for a cohesive developer experience; manage cross-functional initiatives to enhance productivity, integrate AI into workflows, and optimize CI/CD systems across enginee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $230K *

Champion the IGA/IAM landscape, overseeing technical solutions and engineering teams. Lead end-to-end architecture for identity engagements while ensuring integration strategies, governance, and effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving our interoperability platform for patient data retrieval and compliance. Collaborate with a remote team to tackle complex challenges and leverage AI tools fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of enterprise infrastructure by implementing innovative design and deployment strategies for hybrid VPC and IT systems supporting global operations and security compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex network challenges, managing escalations, and recommending solutions. You'll leverage your expertise in design and troubleshooting while collaborating with mult...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $220K *

Optimize platform deployments and customer support by effectively managing the Istari platform across diverse environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless infrastructure operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $196K *

Help us enhance software delivery reliability by building and optimizing systems for deploying and releasing software. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement automation and visibility tools t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $253K *

Lead the charge in creating an exceptional OpenTelemetry experience, guiding users from uninstrumented workloads to actionable telemetry in Grafana Cloud. Collaborate across teams to simplify onboardi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprises by transforming digital operations with cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with C-suite leaders and engineering teams to shape strategies that optimize resilience, automation, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize support processes and lead technical resolutions, mentoring junior team members while collaborating with engineering. Elevate customer experiences by addressing complex issues and enhancing t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$147K - $196K *

Shape the future of semiconductor technology by leading high-impact technical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive project execution, and ensure alignment with business objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $193K *

Drive application performance excellence by leveraging deep technical expertise, mentoring teams, and delivering 7x24 support. Engage with advanced technologies to enhance analysis efficiency and stre...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by designing and building AI-driven operational solutions, ensuring system reliability and performance in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across teams, manage produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead our high-impact engineering mission by building critical integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform, delivering real-time insights that empower clinicians to make lifesa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering efforts on an enterprise scale. Collaborate with technical teams to build reliable data products, streamline processes, and optimize data gov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $195K *

Transform infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects across teams. Leverage your expertise in SRE and cloud technologies to drive compliance and automation. Collaborate with cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $169K *

Elevate your career as a Staff Software Engineer, driving innovation in our data infrastructure. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance analytics capabilities, optimize data services, and mentor a t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping vital consumer-facing products that enhance public trust and safety during outages. Drive strategy, design, and delivery of user-centric experiences while managing high-stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $184K *

Champion the development and operational deployment of vehicle firmware, leveraging IoT data to enhance fleet safety and efficiency through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.