Job Title: Performance Test Engineer / Performance Testing Specialist
Location: Dallas, TX
Work Arrangement: On-site, 4–5 days per week
Interview Process: Two rounds of in-person interviews
Local Candidates Only
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Performance Test Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in performance testing, load testing, application monitoring, and performance bottleneck analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with LoadRunner, monitoring tools such as Splunk and AppDynamics, and service virtualization technologies.
The candidate should be comfortable working with large-scale enterprise systems, AWS and hybrid cloud environments, and modern development and deployment tools. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Important Requirements:
Candidates must be local to the Dallas, TX area.
Must be available to work on-site 4–5 days per week.
Must be willing to attend two rounds of in-person interviews.
Required Skills and Qualifications
1–10 years of experience with performance testing, monitoring tools, and related technologies.
Extensive hands-on experience with LoadRunner for performance and load testing.
Strong experience with application monitoring and observability tools, including Splunk and AppDynamics.
Experience with service virtualization tools such as CA DevTest, preferably Mountebank.
Hands-on experience across all phases of performance testing, including scripting, test execution, analysis, and monitoring.
Proven ability to identify performance bottlenecks, perform root-cause analysis, and drive issues through resolution.
Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python, Java, or Shell scripting.
Working knowledge of Linux, Docker, AWS, Git, and Artifactory, including tools and systems administration.
Experience with AWS and hybrid cloud enterprise environments, including monitoring and troubleshooting AWS-based systems.
Experience supporting and analyzing large-scale, complex systems.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative, positive attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with source code version control systems, particularly Git.
Experience with capacity testing and developing or executing tests using various workload models.
Ability to manage competing priorities, set expectations, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Experience analyzing and resolving moderately to highly complex system and software issues.
Strong capabilities in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, solution development, and implementation across relevant technology areas.
Soft Skills
Strong collaboration, stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with business customers, application teams, and technology support groups.
Ability to present technical concepts and strategies clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented, customer-service-focused environment, with a strong emphasis on professionalism and service excellence.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a hands-on performance testing professional who can independently execute performance tests, analyze application behavior, monitor infrastructure and cloud environments, identify root causes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performing enterprise applications.
To Apply: Please submit your updated resume highlighting your experience with LoadRunner, Splunk, AppDynamics, service virtualization, AWS, and performance engineering.
Note: This position is open to local Dallas, TX candidates only. On-site availability 4–5 days per week and participation in two in-person interview rounds are mandatory.
