Lead Performance Engineer/Architect

Artech LLC

Sunnyvale, CA, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$60 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Apache JMeter, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Best Practices, CPU (Central Processing Unit), Cloud Applications, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Git, HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol), HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Identify Issues, Input/Output, JSON, Java, JavaScript, Jenkins, Leadership, LoadRunner, Memory Hardware, Microservices, Network Testing, Performance Analysis, Performance Engineering, Performance Metrics, Performance Testing, Quality Assurance, REST (Representational State Transfer), SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Scalability Testing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Test Strategy, Test Suite, Testing, Web Testing, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA, CA
POSTED
9 days ago
Request ID: 93113-1
Title: Lead Performance Engineer/Architect

Locations: Onsite: Sunnyvale, CA
Duration: 6+ Months with Possible Extension.
Salary Range: $50- $60/Hour on W2/C2C (All inclusive)



Job Description
  • We are looking for a skilled Lead Performance Engineer to design, develop, and execute performance testing strategies for enterprise and cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with JMeter, Load runner, K6, Gatling, Data Dog, Dynatrace skills, and solid expertise in API, Web and automation testing. Candidate will work closely with development, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams to ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and performant.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • 12+ Yrs of experience in Performance Engineering
  • Design, develop, and maintain performance test scripts using Apache JMeter or similar tools for web, API, and backend systems
  • Conduct load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing for applications and microservices
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for Next.js applications, covering unit, integration, and E2E tests.
  • Perform API performance testing (REST/JSON, SOAP) and integrate with automation frameworks
  • Analyze test results, identify performance bottlenecks, and provide actionable recommendations
  • Monitor system performance metrics (CPU, memory, GC, I/O, network) during test execution
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to optimize application and infrastructure performance
  • Integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines
  • Prepare detailed performance test reports and present findings to stakeholders
  • Continuously improve testing frameworks, tools, and best practices
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Strong experience in performance testing and engineering best practices
  • Hands-on expertise with Apache JMeter (test plans, scripting, listeners, distributed testing
  • Front end performance testing experience on Next.js application
  • Design and deployment of performance test framework
  • Experience with API automation and performance testing (REST, SOAP)
  • Knowledge of HTTP/HTTPS protocols, JSON, XML
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools (APM, server logs, JVM monitoring)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, etc.)
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
     
Company Benefits & Culture
  • Inclusive and diverse work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

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Artech LLC