Performance Test Engineer

Vision Point Systems, Inc.•Tysons, VA

10h

About The Position

Vision Point Systems is currently recruiting for a Performance Test Engineer. This role involves participating as part of an Agile software development team to design, implement, execute and analyze automated performance tests of web-based applications. The engineer will develop reusable automated test scripts, utilize repeatable analysis techniques for actionable results, and develop performance testing plans for stakeholders. Key tasks also include observing application server performance metrics to identify bottlenecks, coordinating testing activities, and developing an understanding of the business application to design realistic user behavior simulations. The position requires developing realistic test models by interviewing stakeholders and reviewing usage data, communicating identified problems, and contributing to project development task prioritization. Finally, the engineer will draft and deliver reports on test results to stakeholders.

Requirements

0-2 years of experience in a technical position - experience in automated and/or performance testing very much preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Working knowledge and understanding of Java, Groovy, and/or other coding software
Working knowledge of SQL
Solid experience with MS Excel or other data summarization and graphing tools
Ability to read and analyze application log files
Demonstrated capability with verbal and written communications
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
US citizenship and subsequent background check
Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with Appian
Experience with installation and administration of software applications in both Linux and Windows-based systems
Experience with Apache JMeter, LoadRunner, or other application performance testing tools
Knowledge and/or experience with HTTP(S), JSON, XML, Regular Expressions
Experience with analysis of RDBMS performance - such as query optimization, indexes, normalization/denormalization
Experience mentoring more junior staff

Responsibilities

Participate as part of an Agile software development team to design, implement, execute and analyze automated performance tests of web-based applications
Develop reusable automated test scripts and maintain their compatibility with software as application changes
Utilize repeatable analysis techniques to provide standardized, actionable results
Develop performance testing plans to present to business stakeholders
Observe and inspect application server performance metrics to identify bottlenecks
Coordinate testing activities with the rest of the development team to avoid conflicts
Develop and maintain an understanding of the business application under test in order to design a realistic simulation of user behavior
Develop realistic test models by interviewing business stakeholders, reviewing usage data from existing systems, and modeling predicted future behavior
Communicate identified potential problems clearly and unambiguously, and contribute to project development task prioritization
Draft and deliver reports on test results to stakeholders