Lead Performance Tester

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Argentina

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Performance Tester to join our team.

In this role, you will focus on analyzing and enhancing the performance, scalability, and reliability of our systems. You will collaborate with diverse teams to uncover and resolve performance challenges, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, optimized software solutions.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute plans to evaluate system performance and scalability
Create and maintain frameworks and scripts for performance testing purposes
Analyze performance data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement
Work closely with development and DevOps teams to optimize system functionality and resolve issues
Simulate various user load scenarios to validate system performance under different conditions
Provide detailed performance evaluations and recommendations to stakeholders
Define performance benchmarks and standards to drive system improvements
Stay updated on the latest tools, techniques, and trends in performance testing

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in scalability and performance testing
At least one year of experience in leading and managing performance testing teams
Strong expertise in load generation and analysis using tools such as Artillery
Practical experience with performance testing in cloud-based microservice environments
Advanced knowledge of monitoring and observability tools like OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, and ELK
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their integration with performance testing processes
Proficiency in automating testing, data collection, and reporting workflows
Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken, at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

Experience working with cloud platforms, including AWS, GCP, or Azure
Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Scala, or TypeScript
Experience in the eCommerce domain, including system workflows and challenges
Knowledge of other performance testing tools like JMeter or Blazemeter
Understanding of distributed systems and event-driven architecture models

Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn