Senior Performance Engineering Leader

Role and Responsibilities:

• We are looking for an experienced Performance Engineer to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in performance testing, monitoring, analyzing, and tuning web applications and supporting infrastructure in Web and Mobile platforms.
• They will also have excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide team members towards successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for product releases that meet the performance release criteria for successful deployment to production.
• Demonstrate an advanced ability to analyze intricate issues and derive effective solutions promptly, contributing to the swift resolution of complex challenges.
• Exhibit an unwavering dedication to maintaining an exceptionally high standard of quality in software products, championing and implementing rigorous testing methodologies.
• Apply strategic thinking to not only anticipate testing needs but also lead in formulating and executing testing strategies that significantly contribute to the overall success of project planning.
• Lead strategic performance-related initiatives and projects, providing critical insights and direction to elevate the overall performance engineering landscape.
• Demonstrate exemplary collaboration skills, taking a leadership role in fostering effective working relationships with cross-functional teams, developers, and stakeholders.
• Proactively communicate insights and updates on performance-related initiatives, providing leadership in ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
• Showcase an innovative and visionary approach to performance engineering, consistently seeking improvements in testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Take a pivotal leadership role in promoting and implementing best practices in performance engineering, contributing significantly to the enhancement of overall testing standards.
• Positively influence team culture by encouraging collaboration, knowledge sharing, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in performance engineering practices.
• Provide thought leadership in the field of performance engineering, actively participating in industry forums, and contributing substantially to the advancement of best practices.
• Exhibit a commitment to continuous learning, staying at the forefront of industry trends, and adapting to emerging technologies in the performance engineering landscape.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering their professional growth, and contributing to the development of the next generation of performance engineers.
• Champion leadership principles at a senior level, ensuring team members are adept at goal setting and incorporating leadership concepts into their daily work.

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• 15+ years of experience with performance testing, monitoring, analyzing, and tuning web applications and supporting infrastructure in Web and Mobile platforms.
• Bachelors degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in leading engineers
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, developers, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide team members towards successful project outcomes.
• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to meticulous attention to detail during the execution of performance testing and the comprehensive analysis of results.
• Possess an inherent tenacity, showcasing an unwavering dedication to delve deeply into performance issues until the root cause is not only identified but effectively addressed.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze complex issues and derive effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Dedication to maintaining a high standard of quality in software products through rigorous testing methodologies.
• Strategic thinking to anticipate testing needs and contribute to overall project planning.
• Positively influence team culture by encouraging collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a commitment to excellence in performance engineering.
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency in performance or automation framework architecture, complemented by hands-on experience in the development and implementation of performance automation test frameworks and metrics measurements.
• Demonstrate extensive expertise in utilizing code management tools, encompassing but not limited to IntelliJ, VSCode, Git, and VS Team, ensuring streamlined collaboration and effective version control.
• Showcase considerable experience in implementing CI/CD practices, leveraging tools like Jenkins, TeamCity, and others, to seamlessly integrate performance testing into development pipelines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in test management and test methodologies, applying a strategic approach to the testing process that aligns with organizational goals.
• Bring hands-on experience in agile development, contributing to the dynamic and collaborative nature of agile teams.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities, coupled with an acute attention to detail, ensuring thorough and effective resolution of complex issues.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both verbal and written, facilitating effective collaboration within the team-oriented environment, and ensuring clear communication of intricate technical details.

We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.