Performance Testing Engineer

Overview

We are looking for a performance testing expert to lead and support test engineers in ensuring applications run smoothly under load. You will design and execute automated performance tests, analyze results, and help improve testing processes to deliver high-quality software.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide test engineers as a subject matter expert in application performance testing.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts, scenarios, and test plans using performance testing tools.
• Execute performance tests, analyze results, and produce clear, concise reports.
• Mentor junior team members, ensuring effective task management and knowledge sharing.
• Review, prioritize, and escalate bugs and enhancements based on severity.
• Analyze user requirements and existing test artifacts to identify automation opportunities and improve test coverage.
• Generate defect reports and communicate findings to project management.
• Analyze system and application architecture to identify additional testing points and reduce risk.
• Perform complex analysis of business and technical requirements to ensure thorough performance testing.

Requirements

• 2 to 9 years of experience in performance testing.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, or NeoLoad.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis of performance issues.
• Experience designing and developing automated test scripts and scenarios.
• Familiarity with Application Performance Management (APM) tools for troubleshooting.
• Good knowledge of Agile methodology and quality/testing concepts.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to Silk Performer, VSTS, or additional load testing tools.
• Understanding of APM tools.