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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$150K - $271K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by enhancing system reliability and resilience. Utilize site reliability engineering principles and automation to improve software development efficiency and re...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $271K *

Lead the charge in enhancing system reliability and resilience through site reliability engineering practices, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to accelerate software delivery...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$81K - $102K *

Support product reliability by analyzing trends, resolving failures, and collaborating on improvements across the Americas. Deliver insights for new product development to enhance quality and performa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $227K *

Shape security operations by monitoring incidents, leading investigations, and enhancing workflows with a global team committed to protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring a safe work environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $143K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by designing, building, and testing experimental hardware to advance reactor technology. Collaborate across disciplines to tackle complex problems through han...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $141K *

Lead engineering teams to execute complex projects, ensuring high-quality system designs and timely delivery while collaborating across disciplines and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our core platform by building scalable systems that process complex data transactions, driving real-world customer impact through innovative AI solutions and direct collaboration w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $201K *

Lead the design and development of advanced software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and implement high-quality software that meets client needs, while leveraging modern technol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $260K *

Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable, efficient infrastructure systems. Leverage your technical and leadership skills to enhance operational health while guiding a global team to meet str...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by leading assessments across hardware processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging expertise in PCMS and asset integrity management to enhance reliability and compliance in static equipment and pipelines, ensuring optimal performance and safety across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you lead the design and production of complex electromechanical systems, impacting healthcare automation and patient outcomes through precision engineering and scalable...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing 24x7 support for advanced Identity, Credential, and Access Management systems. Leverage your expertise to troubleshoot, assist customers, and enhance operatio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Empower innovation by designing and coding containerized applications, ensuring compliance and performance across diverse environments. Collaborate with developers to enhance software solutions and ma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on secure software development and artifact management. Leverage your expertise to enhance NCIS systems while ensuring compliance with industry...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $140K *

Collaborate to support and enhance critical production applications, ensuring seamless operations and automation. Engage in troubleshooting, process improvement, and user education while thriving in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security at scale by developing innovative solutions, automating processes, and promoting best practices to tackle complex challenges in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $85K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by utilizing engineering and Lean methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams, optimize flow, and implement improvements to d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Join a strategic team to drive engineering investment returns and create demand through advanced technical support, collaborating closely with sales and customers while promoting innovative solutions...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic infrastructure solutions by optimizing capacity planning and resource allocation. Collaborate across teams to align product initiatives with business goals, ensuring scalable support f...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing software solutions that enhance manufacturing operations, ensuring system performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams for c...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $209K *

Engage in the resolution of quality issues for autonomous vehicles, driving cross-functional collaboration during manufacturing. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to enhance production...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative digital designs and architectures. Oversee a design team through all phases of hardware delivery, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across discip...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to design and deploy cloud solutions on GCP and OCI, ensuring enterprise standards. Automate infrastructure, manage security, and support production environments while collaborating wi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.