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Job Summary:We are looking for a Lead Performance Tester to oversee and drive performance testing initiatives across various applications. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in performance testing tools, strong analytical skills, and a passion for identifying and resolving system bottlenecks. You will collaborate closely with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to ensure our systems perform optimally under load. Key Responsibilities:Lead performance testing efforts across multiple projectsDesign, develop, and execute performance, load, stress, and scalability testsCreate test plans, scenarios, and scripts using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoLoad, or GatlingMonitor and analyze system metrics (CPU, memory, response time, throughput)Identify performance bottlenecks and collaborate with dev teams to fix issuesProvide detailed test reports with findings, graphs, and recommendationsMaintain and enhance test automation frameworks for performance testingSupport CI/CD pipelines with integrated performance testingMentor and guide junior performance testers in the teamWork closely with stakeholders for performance sign-offs and risk assessments Required Skills & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field5+ years of experience in performance testingExpertise in tools like Apache JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoLoad, or BlazeMeterStrong knowledge of web protocols (HTTP, HTTPS), APIs (REST/SOAP), and database performanceExperience with monitoring tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics, New Relic, Grafana, etc.)Good understanding of system architecture, microservices, and cloud infrastructureFamiliarity with scripting languages (JavaScript, Python, Shell)Experience integrating performance tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and leadership abilities.
