Lead Performance Test Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Performance Test Engineer to become part of our team.
In this role, you will prioritize performance testing and analysis, developing strategies to refine application efficiency. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will ensure effective testing methods and seamless application delivery.
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

• Define performance test and analysis strategies
• Coordinate cross-functional team efforts to enhance performance testing
• Implement automated performance tests within CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins
• Examine performance data to pinpoint areas for improvement
• Partner with development teams to refine application code and infrastructure setups
• Conduct API performance testing at scale while managing capacity planning
• Execute spike load testing to evaluate system resilience
• Utilize client-side performance assessment tools such as Catchpoint or Lighthouse
• Apply observability expertise with metrics, events, logs, and traces
• Track application performance through tools like New Relic across diverse platforms
• Address immediate requests while managing multiple priorities effectively
• Maintain awareness of technological developments in Azure Cloud, AKS, Java, and Spring Boot

• 5+ years of experience in performance testing
• 1+ years of experience in relevant leadership roles
• Proficiency in performance testing tools and methodologies like Cloudtest or JMeter
• Competency in continuous delivery and continuous integration practices
• Qualifications in Microsoft Azure and associated technologies
• Knowledge of API performance testing and capacity management
• Familiarity with observability metrics and client-side performance analysis
• English communication skills at a B2+ level

• Certification related to performance testing methodologies
• Background in mobile application performance analysis
• Competency in MongoDB and Cassandra
• Skills in serverless technologies within Azure environments
• Capability to address performance issues tied to network metrics

• Connectivity Bonus (15,000 ARS are paid with a salary receipt at the end of each month as a non-wages concept)
• Medicina Prepaga (It covers the collaborator and direct family group)
• Paternity Leave (Two additional days are added to what is established by law, total of 4 days)
• Discounts card
• English Training (English lessons, twice per week)
• Training Program (Access to multiple customized training plans according to the needs of each role within the company)
• Marriage bonus (The company doubles the allowance established by law that ANSES offers)
• Referral Program (Referral bonus is paid when the referral of a collaborator joins the Company)
• External Agreements and Discounts
• Vacations: 14 calendar days a year