Performance Test Engineer (3-7 yrs)

Performance Test Engineer

Required Experience : 3+ Years

Summary :

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Performance Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the performance, scalability, and stability of our critical applications and systems. You will play a key role in designing, executing, and analyzing performance tests to identify and resolve bottlenecks and optimize system performance.

Responsibilities :

Test Strategy & Design :

- Develop and execute comprehensive performance test strategies aligned with non-functional requirements and specifications.

- Design, develop, and maintain performance test scripts and scenarios using appropriate testing tools.

- Collaborate with development teams to understand system architecture and identify key performance indicators (KPIs).

Test Execution & Analysis :

- Execute performance tests, monitor system behavior under load, and collect performance data.

- Analyze test results, identify performance bottlenecks and root causes of performance issues.

- Generate comprehensive performance reports with clear and concise findings and recommendations.

Performance Tuning & Optimization :

- Work with development teams to implement performance improvements and optimizations.

- Conduct performance tuning activities, such as database tuning, code optimization, and infrastructure optimization.

Tooling & Automation :

- Integrate performance tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous performance monitoring and regression testing.

- Develop and maintain automated performance testing frameworks.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting :

- Monitor system performance using tools such as APM (Dynatrace, etc.), JVM monitoring, and log analysis (Splunk, etc.).

- Troubleshoot performance issues and provide timely resolutions.

Database & System Monitoring :

- Monitor database performance and identify potential issues.

- Monitor system resources (e.g., CPU, memory, disk I/O) for virtual machines, cloud environments, containers (OpenShift), databases, and operating systems (Linux/Unix).

Data Manipulation & Processing :

- Perform data transformations, substitutions, copying, manipulation, and message listening.

- Develop and implement data generation and loading strategies for performance testing.

Technical Skills :

- Strong understanding of performance testing methodologies and best practices.

- Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling).

- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python, Groovy).

- Experience with SQL and database concepts.

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

- Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., APM, JVM monitoring, log analysis).

- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Soft Skills :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Strong1 attention to detail and2 accuracy.

- Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Education & Experience :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- 3+ years of experience in performance testing.