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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $145K *

Transform and enhance mission-critical cloud infrastructures through innovative automation, effective DevOps practices, and a collaborative approach with engineering teams to ensure high reliability a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud infrastructure, automate processes, and support Kubernetes deployments while collaborating closely with software engineers to ensure reliable, scalable, and effici...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $226K *

Shape the future of security by designing and implementing robust solutions that enhance AWS's security posture. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvements in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$168K - $310K *

Transform high-volume manufacturing processes by co-designing SLT diagnostics for complex silicon features. Collaborate across teams to enhance test coverage, optimize workflows, and drive quality imp...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $96K *

Advance manufacturing processes by providing technical expertise, optimizing production efficiency, and ensuring product quality. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and support new pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $234K *

Advance automated validation frameworks for GPU racks, ensuring production readiness through scalable designs and performance benchmarks. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and operational...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the development and launch of manufacturing processes for lithium-ion cells, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and quality while ensuring safe equipment de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deploy onboard software for space programs, driving innovative features and ensuring high reliability across satellite systems while collaborating with cross-function...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $205K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic software role, designing robust solutions for onboard satellite operations while influencing the architecture and contributing to team success through code reviews a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $204K *

Innovate cloud computing solutions for U.S. Government agencies, tackling complex distributed systems. Lead engineering efforts to enhance operational excellence and automate processes, ensuring top-t...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of test engineering by leading a team to develop equipment and processes that enhance product quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure systems meet stringent requirements whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovative solutions by leveraging machine learning and software engineering expertise. Collaborate across teams to enhance data analysis, improve user experiences, and tackle complex challenges...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $319K *

Lead the charge in building a secure, scalable API-first Compute Platform, driving AI-Native engineering practices and operational excellence while managing high-performing teams to enhance infrastruc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $265K *

Champion innovative engineering practices by leading a high-performing team to develop a secure, scalable API-first Compute Platform, enhancing automation and AI-driven operations across the organizat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of cloud security by embedding automated guardrails and compliance controls into CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance software delivery while ensuring a secure, scalab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions for distributed databases that enhance the performance and reliability of vital cloud and on-premises applications...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $135K *

Grow your career with a role focused on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality control and implement Lean initiatives, while gain...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the transformation of engineering productivity by designing and building scalable internal tools and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and developer experiences, d...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Join our team as a Senior Software Engineer to enhance platform engineering, building tools and infrastructure that empower our engineering teams to scale efficiently and effectively. Drive innovation...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $213K *

Develop innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to design and build scalable technologies that redefine industry standards and enhance user experienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $138K *

Lead the development of high-impact Power BI solutions, optimizing data pipelines and semantic models to empower investment risk analytics. Collaborate across teams, enhancing data delivery and busine...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering and securing infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop robust solutions that protect sensi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $170K *

Elevate quality standards in aerospace by leading inspections, managing compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure product excellence and safety while fostering str...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $160K *

Take ownership of complex escalations in systems operations, diagnosing infrastructure issues across hardware, networking, and software stacks, improving tooling, and collaborating with engineering te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Transform user experiences by crafting innovative AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges, optimize performance, and deliver impactful features that e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.