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Performance Test Engineer - Vice President - Hybrid

Performance Test Engineer – Vice President – Hybrid

This FTE position is with our direct client, who is at the forefront of transforming the financial services industry, providing a cutting-edge platform for alternative investment opportunities. We are looking for a Performance Test Engineer to join the team and help ensure the platform is scalable, reliable, and performant. If you’re a passionate, hands-on technical leader with a deep understanding of performance testing and automation frameworks, this is your chance to make an impact.


About the Role

As a lead Performance Test Engineer, you will take charge of developing and optimizing performance test frameworks while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Development, QA, and DevOps. You’ll bring hands-on experience with agile methodologies and engineering best practices, working closely with engineers and product managers to deliver exceptional software quality.

We’re looking for a blend of technical SDET expertise, leadership skills, and a proven ability to implement and enhance automation frameworks. This role requires you to design and execute sophisticated performance testing strategies, analyze results, and drive system improvements.


Key Responsibilities

  • Performance Testing:

  • Develop and maintain performance test scripts using tools like k6, JMeter, Locust, and Lighthouse.
  • Execute diverse performance testing scenarios, including load testing, stress testing, spike testing, and endurance testing.
  • Monitoring and Analysis:

  • Utilize Grafana for monitoring and visualizing performance metrics, integrating with tools like Prometheus.
  • Analyze test results to identify bottlenecks, recommend optimizations, and enhance system performance.
  • Collaboration & Integration:

  • Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to ensure performance requirements are met.
  • Work with DevOps to integrate performance testing into the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Provide actionable feedback to optimize application scalability and reliability.
  • UI & Load Testing:

  • Conduct UI load testing to ensure optimal user experience under varying conditions.
  • Reporting & Insights:

  • Generate detailed performance reports, highlighting trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
  • Communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    What We’re Looking For

    We’re seeking a results-driven professional with a blend of hands-on technical skills and leadership experience.

    Required Skills & Qualifications:

    • Experience:

    • 10–12 years in QA, including 3–5 years of hands-on performance testing and engineering experience.
  • Technical Expertise:

  • Proficient in tools like k6 and JMeter; experience with Locust and Lighthouse is a plus.
  • Strong scripting skills in Node.js (for k6) and familiarity with languages like Python or Groovy.
  • Solid understanding of HTTP protocols, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Monitoring & Optimization:

  • Expertise in Grafana, Prometheus, and APM solutions like New Relic.
  • Problem-Solving & Communication:

  • Exceptional analytical skills to diagnose and resolve performance issues.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of articulating technical findings to diverse audiences.
  • Bonus Points:

  • Experience with UI load testing tools like Lighthouse or HP LoadRunner.
  • Background in building performance monitoring and alerting systems.

    Why Join Us?

    This company fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. You’ll work with a team of talented professionals dedicated to redefining industry standards, all while enjoying competitive benefits, ongoing development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.

    This is a hybrid position, 4 days a week in the mid-town NYC location very conveniently located near Grand Central Station, and the ability to work from home on Fridays. Base salary in the 150-170K range, DOE plus generous bonus and stock options.  


    Ready to Apply?

    If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Job ID: 5422

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