Performance Test Engineer

Overview

Remote
On Site
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Apache JMeter
Computer Science
NeoLoad
JMeter
Splunk
Kubernetes
Quality Assurance
Testing
Performance Testing
Load Testing
Docker
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
Cloud Computing

Job Details

Vertex IT Systems is seeking a skilled Performance Test Engineer with expertise in designing and executing performance testing strategies for modern web applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with NeoLoad (primary) and JMeter, coupled with strong analytical skills to identify bottlenecks and recommend optimizations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and execute performance test strategies using NeoLoad (primary) and JMeter.

  • Conduct load, stress, scalability, and endurance testing for web applications and APIs.

  • Monitor and analyze application performance using Splunk, DataDog, and AppDynamics.

  • Work with Kubernetes-based architectures, ensuring effective testing within containerized environments.

  • Develop reusable performance test scripts, simulate user traffic, and validate system reliability under peak load.

  • Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to identify performance bottlenecks and provide optimization recommendations.

  • Create detailed performance testing reports and documentation with actionable insights.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

  • Proven experience in performance and load testing with NeoLoad (primary) and JMeter.

  • Strong knowledge of web technologies, APIs, and microservices.

  • Hands-on experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, DataDog, and AppDynamics.

  • Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration concepts.

  • Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Java, or Groovy) for test automation and custom metrics.

  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines for integrating performance tests.

  • Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).

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