Performance Tester

Cayuse Holdings • Sacramento, CA

9d • $135,000 - $162,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Performance Tester executes end-to-end performance testing to evaluate and ensure the scalability, stability, and responsiveness of high-volume enterprise applications. The role develops and runs performance test scripts for APIs, mainframe systems, and web applications, and proactively identifies and resolves performance bottlenecks. The position supports Cayuse’s values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by developing technical solutions that meet customer needs, fostering teamwork, and prioritizing quality.

Employment is full-time, salary exempt, and based in Sacramento, California. Employment is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client. The position reports to the Program Manager. The work is performed in a professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office. Travel is listed as “No,” though the posting also says the employee may be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years performing performance testing for large-scale enterprise systems.
• At least 3 years developing and executing performance tests, analyzing results, and reporting findings.
• At least 3 years using LoadRunner, JMeter, or equivalent performance testing software.
• At least 3 years working with API and system performance validation.
• At least 3 years translating non-functional requirements into performance test scenarios.
• At least 3 years writing and using SQL queries to validate test data.
• At least 3 years using test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira or ALM.
• Must be able to pass a background check; additional checks may be required by projects or clients during employment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and articulately.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities; adaptability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• 7 or more years of performance testing experience, focused on workload modeling and resource monitoring.
• 5 or more years developing automation scripts for performance testing and monitoring.
• 3 or more years integrating performance testing into CI/CD pipelines and automating testing processes.
• 2 or more years conducting performance testing on cloud-based systems such as AWS or Azure.
• 1 or more years supporting performance testing for public sector or benefits-related systems.
• ISTQB Certified Tester Performance Testing (CT-PT) certification.
• Open Text LoadRunner Professional Certification.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, IT, or Engineering. In lieu of a Master’s degree, at least 9 years of cumulative performance testing or performance engineering experience for large-scale enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust performance test scripts for APIs, mainframe systems, and web applications.
• Conduct load, stress, and endurance tests to assess system behavior under varying operational conditions.
• Monitor system resources, including CPU, memory, and network, during performance tests to identify weaknesses or bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to capture non-functional requirements and translate them into measurable test scenarios.
• Analyze performance test results, extract insights, and prepare reports with actionable recommendations.
• Work with development and DevOps teams to integrate performance testing into CI/CD pipelines and automate testing for continuous quality assurance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Company-provided basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior