Performance Engineer

Job#: 2090075

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking a Performance Engineer on behalf of one of our largest financial industry clients. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. We cannot support C2C hiring.

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: 12 months+

Pay Rate Range: $65-$70/hr.

Expert communication skills o Ability to lead performance efforts - project analysis, resource assignments o Participate in performance test requirements and make sure others on task (ScrumMaster/Product Manager Owner) Ability and experience in managing a team of PT Testers Prior Performance Execution experience Lead Performance defect triage meetings and orient towards solution Ability to mobilize others in team and out for root cause analysis of issues and performance bottlenecks Test Plan Review and Guidance o Performance Test plan /test strategy, results Review and Guidance Very proficient knowledge of specific Technology in LOB space

Required Skills:

* A minimum of 10-15 years in Performance Testing with

strong expertise and experience in:

1. LoadRunner (Performance Center)

2. Dynatrace

3. Splunk

4.Python

5. Requirements gathering

6. Proactively leading triages and driving to solutions

7. Scripting in VUGen (Web HTTP/HTML Protocol), Java Protocol(must)

8. Analytical abilities with heap and thread dumps

9. Solid understanding of software development and architecture

10. Java / .NET

11. Expertise in identifying performance bottlenecks and understanding end-to-end web performance metrics..

12.Experience with monitoring and profiling tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk, and AWR reports to monitor, gather, and report application performance on Windows or Linux systems.

13.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

14.4.Proficient in Python Programming and understanding of data types, control flow and functions.

Desired Skills:

Parasoft / CA Virtualize / iTKO LISA (Service

virtualization)

Container Technology - Docker / Kubernetes /

OpenShift

Enterprise Integration Patterns

SOA (Service Oriented Architecture)

Linux (RHEL)

IBM MQ

Oracle OEM/AWR

SQL Developer or TOAD

Cassandra DevCenter / OpsCenter

WebSphere, Jboss, or Apache Tomcat

WireShark or comparable network packet analysis tool

IBM Support Assistant Workbench tools

IBM PMAT (Pattern Modeling and Analysis Tool)

IBM TMDA (Thread and Monitor Dump Analyzer)

IBM Memory Analyzer

Troubleshooting / Triage / Extended Analysis:

Javacore / thread dump analysis

Heap dump analysis

[Garbage Collection] analysis JVM tuning

/optimization

Code review optimization

Resiliency Analysis

Call Pattern Analysis

The candidate(s) must possess exceptional written and

verbal communication skills; and be able to demonstrate

those skills to a varying level of internal external

resources, to include senior leadership. The candidate

should be self-motivated and be able to detect a major

concern that should be escalated to management for

resolution. Communicate effectively with technical and

non-technical personnel. Ability to work or lead a technical

team from diversified geography and culture to complete

strategic planning, mission-critical design and

development work. Strong results-oriented awareness,

with an optimistic and enterprising attitude. Experience in

diagnosing complex technical issues. Leverage profiling

tools (i.e. dynaTrace) to analyze and define performance

characteristics of an application, recommend

enhancements, and trouble shoot bottlenecks

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.