Junior Software Performance Engineer – San Jose, California

Job Description

About the Company

NoraLogic is a global IT and healthcare consulting firm that connects skilled professionals with leading organizations worldwide. This opportunity is with one of our U.S.-based technology partners, focused on building high-performance, scalable, and reliable software systems.

Job Title: Junior Software Performance Engineer

Location: San Jose, California, USA

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Software Performance Engineer to join our partner organization. In this role, you will support performance testing, analysis, and optimization of software applications to ensure scalability, speed, and reliability. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about software quality, system performance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Assist in designing and executing performance, load, and stress tests
Monitor application performance and identify bottlenecks
Analyze test results and provide actionable insights to development teams
Collaborate with developers to optimize application performance
Develop and maintain performance testing scripts and tools
Track performance metrics and generate detailed reports
Support troubleshooting of performance-related issues
Ensure applications meet performance and scalability requirements
Stay updated with best practices in performance engineering
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
0–2 years of experience in software testing, performance engineering, or development
Basic understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
Knowledge of programming or scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python)
Familiarity with web technologies and APIs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with performance monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace, New Relic, AppDynamics)
Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Knowledge of databases and query optimization
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work with a leading U.S.-based technology organization
Gain hands-on experience in performance engineering and system optimization
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits
Career growth opportunities in software engineering and performance testing
How to Apply

We recommend submitting an ATS-friendly resume highlighting your experience with performance testing, programming skills, and analytical abilities. Including relevant projects, tools, and certifications will strengthen your application.