Own performance testing strategy and execution for large-scale B2B/B2C web platforms. Lead and mentor a performance testing team, translate non-functional requirements into performance goals, design and script tests using k6 and JavaScript, analyze results, and collaborate with architects, developers, and DevOps to resolve bottlenecks while acting as the primary customer performance contact.
Lead Performance Test Engineer
We are looking for a Lead Performance Test Engineer with 12+ years of experience to own performance testing strategy and execution for large scale B2B and B2C web platforms in the automotive domain. This role requires strong hands on performance testing expertise along with the ability to lead teams and engage directly with customer stakeholders.
What you will do- Define and own the overall performance testing strategy across programs
- Lead and mentor a team of performance test engineers
- Act as the primary performance testing point of contact for customer stakeholders
- Translate business and non functional requirements into clear performance goals
- Drive hands on performance test design and scripting using k6 with JavaScript
- Review test results and guide teams on performance improvements
- Work closely with architects, developers, and DevOps teams to resolve bottlenecks
- 12+ years of experience in performance testing with strong hands on expertise
- Proven experience in a Lead or Manager role managing performance testing teams
- Strong hands on experience scripting performance tests using k6 and JavaScript
- Deep understanding of performance testing concepts, methodologies, and metrics
- Experience defining performance strategies for complex enterprise systems
- Ability to communicate clearly with senior customer and engineering stakeholders
- Performance Testing: k6 with JavaScript is mandatory
- API Testing: Postman, Java with Rest Assured
- Visualization and Reporting: Grafana
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 48,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 168,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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