Performance Test Engineer

Your Role and Impact

• Job Title:** Performance Test Engineer
• Location:** Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
• Experience Required:** 5 to 8 years

Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Performance Test Engineer to join our dynamic team in Noida. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of performance testing methodologies and tools, a strong technical background, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain performance test scripts using JMeter, Gatling, or similar tools.
• Conduct performance testing, including endurance, load, stress, and scalability tests, to ensure applications meet performance benchmarks.
• Monitor system performance during testing phases and analyze results to identify bottlenecks and recommend performance improvements.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate performance testing into the CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins.
• Utilize Dynatrace and Grafana for infrastructure monitoring and performance visualization.
• Work with AWS and Azure environments to configure and manage performance testing infrastructures.
• Engage in requirements gathering, defining performance metrics, and conducting root cause analysis for performance-related issues.
• Document test plans, test scenarios, and results; ensure clear communication of findings to stakeholders.
• Employ best practices in automated testing and performance testing frameworks, ensuring the highest quality in software releases.
• Contribute to the enhancement of performance testing strategies and methodologies across projects.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in performance testing using JMeter and Gatling.
• Proficient in performance testing concepts and metrics.
• Experience with Grafana for performance monitoring and visualization.
• Solid understanding of HTTP/HTTPS protocols and REST APIs.
• Familiarity with SQL queries for data validation.
• Programming skills in Java and Python for scripting and automation.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Dynatrace.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins, and version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of Kubernetes (k8s) for deployment in cloud environments.
• Experience working with cloud service providers, specifically AWS and Azure.

Desired Skills

• Experience in infrastructure monitoring and observability practices.
• The ability to perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting for performance issues.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years and maximum of 8 years in performance testing or a related role.
• Why Join Us?**
• Work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Engage in exciting projects with leading technologies.

If you are passionate about performance testing and are ready to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and skills.

Your Contribution
**Job Title: Performance Test Engineer**

• Location:** Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
• Experience Required:** 5 to 8 years

• **Performance Testing:**
• Design, implement, and execute performance tests using JMeter, Gatling, and related tools to ensure application scalability and stability.
• Conduct stress, endurance, load, and scalability testing to identify bottlenecks and ensure optimal application performance under expected load conditions.
• **Monitoring and Reporting:**
• Utilize monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Dynatrace, and Grafana to collect and analyze performance metrics.
• Generate detailed performance reports and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• **Automation and Integration:**
• Develop test automation scripts and integrate performance testing into the CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to set up infrastructure monitoring and ensure performance tests are part of the deployment process.
• **Collaboration and Communication:**
• Work closely with development, QA, and product teams to understand application architecture and identify performance requirements.
• Maintain clear communication regarding test strategies, results, and performance improvement opportunities using tools like Jira for tracking issues.
• **Technical Skills Application:**
• Implement and troubleshoot performance testing scenarios leveraging SQL, Java, and Python as needed for test script development.
• Utilize cloud services (AWS and Azure) effectively to manage environment configurations and load testing scenarios.
• **Protocols and APIs:**
• Validate performance under various protocols, including HTTP/HTTPS, and work with REST APIs to simulate user interactions with applications.
• Assess and optimize application performance through a thorough understanding of underlying infrastructure and application interactions.
• **Continuous Improvement:**
• Collaborate on post-test reviews to assess test effectiveness and propose optimizations derived from testing outcomes.
• Stay abreast of emerging performance testing technologies and methodologies to continually elevate the team's testing capabilities.
• **Documentation:**
• Create detailed documentation for performance testing plans, execution steps, and results.
• Ensure that all testing artifacts are well-organized and accessible for future reference or audits.

• **Key Tools:** JMeter, Gatling, Grafana
• **Performance Testing Concepts:** Endurance tests, stress tests, load tests, and scalability tests
• **Programming Languages:** Proficiency in Java and Python
• **DevOps Familiarity:** Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD integration, and Git for version control
• **Cloud Services:** Knowledge of AWS and Azure for setup and management of testing environments
• **Monitoring Tools:** Experience with Prometheus and Dynatrace

• Familiarity with infrastructure monitoring practices
• Strong understanding of SQL for database interactions and performance validation
• Knowledge of container orchestration using Kubernetes (k8s)

This role requires a proactive individual focused on continuous improvement in performance testing processes, delivering top-notch applications that meet user expectations and withstand varying loads. If you have a strong background in performance engineering and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you