Systems Performance Engineer Jobs

Systems Performance Engineers help organizations make software and infrastructure faster, more reliable, and more efficient. They measure performance, identify bottlenecks, and partner with engineering teams to improve systems across applications, operating systems, networks, and cloud environments. Explore vetted Systems Performance Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Systems Performance Engineer Do?

These engineers investigate how systems behave under real-world and peak workloads. Their work may include designing benchmarks, analyzing metrics and traces, profiling applications, conducting load and stress tests, and recommending improvements. Depending on the organization, they may focus on distributed services, databases, compute platforms, embedded systems, or large-scale infrastructure.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with performance analysis, benchmarking, observability, and troubleshooting complex systems. Useful technical skills may include programming in languages such as C++, Java, Go, or Python; knowledge of Linux and operating systems; distributed systems and networking fundamentals; and familiarity with cloud platforms and monitoring tools. Strong analytical thinking and the ability to communicate findings across teams are also valuable.

Systems Performance Engineer Career Opportunities

Systems Performance Engineers work in industries where speed, scale, and uptime matter, including technology, cloud computing, finance, telecommunications, and enterprise software. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineering positions, performance architecture, site reliability engineering, infrastructure leadership, or specialized systems research. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer and role.

Find Systems Performance Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Systems Performance Engineer jobs and discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, and experience level to find openings aligned with your skills and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Discover a dynamic role where you will design and execute battery performance tests, ensuring safety and reliability in lithium-ion technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate req...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced control systems for power converters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust solutions, ensuring optimal performance and stability in low- and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Reimagine power electronics solutions by designing advanced control algorithms for AC-DC and DC-DC converters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and validate robust syste...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Elevate power electronics solutions by designing advanced control algorithms for AC-DC and DC-DC converters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ensure robust validatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to building innovative technology that transforms an industry, enhancing the lives of millions. Join a dynamic team to develop and deploy software, driving impactful projects from inception...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $150K *

Empower innovation by providing advanced engineering support across diverse technologies. Anticipate and resolve technical issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of end-user technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform campus reliability by leading incident response, designing monitoring systems, and driving cross-functional projects. Leverage your expertise in power, compute, and cooling to enhance operat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance campus reliability by leading incident response, designing monitoring systems, and driving cross-functional projects. Your expertise will ensure optimal performance across power, compu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $184K *

Optimize the reliability and performance of a Kubernetes-based platform, ensuring high availability and security while collaborating with engineering teams to automate processes and resolve issues in...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative test strategies for cutting-edge AI/ML hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the future of TPU technology and optimize silicon testing li...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Unlock potential by overseeing system health and security, troubleshooting issues, and managing large clusters. Collaborate with teams to ensure infrastructure support while providing after-hours assi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Transform project execution by integrating schedules, resources, and constraints to ensure efficient reactor builds. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes and utilize A...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $260K *

Elevate your career by building and enhancing the Kubernetes platform within AWS, driving seamless container orchestration and scalability for diverse AWS clients while collaborating with cutting-edge...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $260K *

Drive innovation by enhancing the Kubernetes platform on AWS to ensure robust scalability and seamless container orchestration for a wide range of customers, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and be...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing GaN technology reliability through collaboration, proactive testing methodologies, and data analysis. Drive product qualification and ensure effective execution of reliabi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $128K *

Join a team that's applying systems engineering expertise to spacecraft design, focusing on ConOps, requirements management, integration, and validation activities to meet mission objectives in a coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$300K - $475K *

Shape the future of AI evaluation by designing and building a robust platform that enhances model evaluation processes. Collaborate with teams to create scalable, reliable systems that drive research...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $278K *

Transform program management by implementing communication standards and governance structures. Lead cross-functional projects to enhance efficiency and drive impactful change across the organization...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead quality initiatives across our global supply chain, ensuring readiness for advanced AI production. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance processes, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance the reliability of critical applications through innovative Linux engineering. You'll lead DevOps best practices across vast data platforms, ensuring performance and efficie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading innovative projects that enhance product development, streamline processes, and drive efficiency. Leverage your expertise to resolve challenges a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $165K *

Shape product strategy and drive growth initiatives for high-performance drives. Collaborate across functions to enhance market position, optimize business performance, and deliver customer-focused so...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $155K *

Lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge electronic hardware for wind turbine fleets, managing a dynamic team while ensuring project success through effective planning, quality assurance, and stakeho...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $190K *

Unlock potential by providing critical technical support for government software systems. Thrive in a dynamic environment, leveraging your engineering expertise to ensure smooth operations and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $190K *

Develop comprehensive engineering solutions that address operational needs while synthesizing high-level requirements into documentation and repeatable procedures for a critical government contract...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Systems Performance Engineer?question toggle

    A Systems Performance Engineer measures and improves the speed, capacity, and efficiency of software and infrastructure. The role typically involves benchmarking, profiling, workload analysis, and working with engineering teams to resolve performance bottlenecks.

  • What skills are important for Systems Performance Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include performance testing and profiling, programming, Linux and operating systems knowledge, distributed systems, networking, cloud platforms, and observability tools. Requirements differ by employer and specialization.

  • Where do Systems Performance Engineers work?question toggle

    They work across sectors that depend on responsive, reliable technology, including software, cloud services, finance, telecommunications, and enterprise technology.

  • How can I find Systems Performance Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Systems Performance Engineer openings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, location, and qualifications.