Performance Test Lead

Job Title : Performance Test Lead Company : QualiZeal Location : Hyderabad, India Job Type : Contract to Hire (C2H) Work from Office Experience Required : 8 Years Notice Period : Immediate Joiners Preferred About QualiZeal : At QualiZeal, we are committed to delivering excellence in digital quality engineering. We drive innovation, agility, and digital transformation by offering end-to-end testing services that ensure robust and high-performing technology solutions. As a part of our growth journey, we are looking to bring on board a seasoned Performance Test Lead who can take full ownership of performance testing initiatives, provide strategic direction, and ensure optimal performance of applications across platforms. Role Overview : The Performance Test Lead will be responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of performance testing for enterprise-level applications and systems. The candidate must possess deep technical expertise in designing, scripting, and executing performance, load, and stress tests. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, project managers, and QA engineers to ensure systems meet required performance benchmarks before production deployment. Key Responsibilities : Performance Test Strategy & Planning : - Lead the planning, creation, and execution of comprehensive performance testing strategies and test plans aligned with business requirements and project goals. - Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand performance testing requirements including system architecture, business load models, and performance KPIs. - Define appropriate testing approaches, tools, and frameworks for various performance scenarios like Load Testing, Stress Testing, Endurance Testing, and Spike Testing. Tool Proficiency & Scripting : - Design and develop modular, reusable, and maintainable performance test scripts using LoadRunner, JMeter, or similar performance testing tools. - Automate performance test scenarios, including parameterization, correlation, and dynamic data injection, to simulate real-world usage patterns. - Experience with integrations into CI/CD pipelines and test automation environments will be an added advantage. Test Execution & Monitoring: - Conduct performance tests across Web applications, APIs/web services (REST/SOAP), and backend systems (especially SQL Server and other database systems). - Execute daily baseline performance tests (BVTs) to identify performance regressions early in the development lifecycle. - Manage and configure test environments to ensure realistic and scalable test conditions. Data Preparation & Management : - Prepare and manage required test data sets for various performance testing scenarios including bulk data creation, anonymization, and migration. - Ensure test data aligns with real-time scenarios and supports repeatable performance executions. Monitoring, Analysis & Tuning : - Monitor key performance metrics (CPU, memory, disk I/O, network throughput) during test execution using tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, New Relic, or equivalent. - Analyze performance bottlenecks across the technology stack and provide recommendations for performance tuning and optimization. - Work in tandem with development and DevOps teams to resolve performance issues and validate fixes. Reporting & Defect Management : - Document detailed test results, trends, and performance analysis findings. - Prepare performance test summary reports and present them to technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Log, track, and manage defects in test management tools such as JIRA or TestRail, and coordinate defect resolution with relevant teams. Risk Identification & Mitigation : - Proactively identify performance risks and suggest mitigation strategies. - Evaluate the scalability, reliability, and responsiveness of applications under varying workloads and recommend enhancements as needed. Leadership & Mentoring : - Lead and mentor a team of performance test engineers, providing guidance on technical challenges and career development. - Promote performance engineering best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the QA team. Communication & Stakeholder Management: - Act as a liaison between QA, development, business, and infrastructure teams. - Provide timely updates to project managers and QA leads regarding test progress, risks, and mitigation plans. Key Skills & Experience : - 8 years of hands-on experience in performance testing and engineering. - Strong proficiency in LoadRunner, JMeter, NeoLoad, or similar tools. - Deep understanding of web technologies, API performance testing, and database performance tuning. - Experience working with SQL Server, Oracle, or NoSQL databases to identify slow queries and performance issues. - Proficient in scripting languages like JavaScript, Python, or Shell scripting is a plus. - Familiarity with cloud-based performance testing (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable. - Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Education & Certifications : - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. - Certifications in performance testing tools (e.g., LoadRunner Certified Professional) or performance engineering (e.g., CPDE Certified Performance & DevOps Engineer) are advantageous. Work Environment : - Work Mode : Work from Office (Hyderabad location) - Contract Type : Contract to Hire (C2H) - Timings : Standard business hours with flexibility for test execution windows. - Team Environment : Collaborative and high-performing QA team with focus on innovation, learning, and quality delivery. Why Join QualiZeal? - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects. - Culture that values innovation, collaboration, and individual growth. - Strong focus on employee development through training and mentorship. - Chance to work with global clients and industry-leading products. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: hyderabad, IN

Posted Date: 4/19/2025