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Performance Engineer - Houston, United States - Snaphunt
Description
The OfferWork in a company with a solid track record of performance
Flexible working options
A role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities
The Job Responsibilities:
Develop and execute performance test plans, scenarios, scripts, and procedures to measure system performance under various conditions.
Identify performance bottlenecks and areas for improvement through analysis of system metrics, logs, and other performance data.
Collaborate with software developers, architects, and other stakeholders to implement performance enhancements and optimizations.
Design and implement performance monitoring solutions to continuously assess and improve system performance.
Conduct load testing, stress testing, and scalability testing to assess system behavior and performance under peak load conditions.
Document and communicate performance test results, findings, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques related to performance testing and optimization.
The Profile
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
Proven experience as a Performance Engineer or similar role, with a strong background in software development and performance testing.
Proficiency in performance testing tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling.
Experience with monitoring and profiling tools such as New Relic, AppDynamics, or Dynatrace.
Solid understanding of software architecture, networking, and database systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex performance issues.
Familiarity with scripting and programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Knowledge of agile development methodologies and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
The Employer
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