Genesis10 is currently seeking a Load and Performance Lead Engineer for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Plano, TX. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. This role will provide performance testing capabilities for complex applications. The selected candidate will work with stakeholders to design test cases, create performance test scripts using tools like LoadRunner or JMeter, and execute various performance scenarios.
Responsibilities: - Work under the direction of a Performance Lead
- Write technical performance test plans
- Develop data-driven load test scripts using Citrix Protocol
- Use LoadRunner or JMeter to design and execute load and performance tests
- Lead data creation activities for required load tests
- Design and execute different types of load tests (e.g., load, failover, aging)
- Work closely with application development, architecture, infrastructure, and production support groups for defect triage and production planning
- Report findings according to a defined process
- Participate in and actively contribute to project/team meetings
Requirements: - 5-10 years of hands-on experience as a developer and/or performance architect
- Specialized Python programming skills
- Experience in programming languages such as C, Java, and SQL
- Well-versed in using VUGen 9.5 or greater for advanced test script development
- Understanding of web protocols including HTTP and Citrix
- Ability to use monitoring/profiling tools (Dynatrace, CA Wily Introscope, AppDynamics, AWR reports)
- Knowledge of Splunk for load test analysis
- Understanding of distributed load test environments and application architecture
- Knowledge of performance bottlenecks and end-to-end web performance measures
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desired skills: - Experience with load management applications like LoanIQ (Finastra)
Pay range: $63.68 - $71.68 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: - Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
- The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
- Behavioral Health Platform
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401K
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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