Job Description
Vertex IT Solutions 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, GCP).